Dr Neil Hennessy
Principal Lecturer Open Colleges and Degree Apprenticeships
Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences
Overview
Neil is a Lecturer with the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol in the Cardiff School of Sport. He joined the School in 2006, having completed the MSc in Coaching Science. Neil became a full-time staff member in 2013 after gaining his doctorate. He contributes to the provision of UKCC coaching and WRU officiating courses. As Campus Fellow, Neil provides informal pastoral support to Freshers in Halls. Neil is the moderator for the HND Sport Coaching programme at Cardiff and Vale College. He is also the School of Sport Disability Coordinator.
As an elite referee, Neil works closely with the WRU's senior and age grade national squads, providing technical support and analysis. His research into holistic Rugby development has been incorporated into the WRU's coach education programme.
Research Publications
An investigation of higher education in further education: preparing a new campus for higher education delivery
Annett, L., Hennessy, N. & McInch, A., 24 Oct 2024, In: Journal of Further and Higher Education. 48, 9-10, p. 909-928 20 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Y Sgrym: Cyfiawnder a Chyfrifoldeb
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
What’s Wrong with the Scrum Laws in Rugby Union? — Judgment, Truth and Refereeing
Jones, C., Hennessy, N. & Hardman, A., 28 Sept 2017, In: Sport, Ethics and Philosophy. 13, 1, p. 78-93 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review