Course overview
In Short
Develop your knowledge and understanding of scientific principles and ethical issues through the study of sport, exercise and health. This qualification provides you with a firm theoretical and practical grounding and prepares you for future employment or higher education.
Why study with us?
Our Sport courses are described as among the very best in the country, so you can be sure you’re getting the very best education and experience possible. We can say with confidence that you’ll study at the best department in the region. The courses are designed to give you access to all areas of the sport sectors and the facilities are excellent – there’s even an outdoor adventure academy at the National Sailing Academy on Portland. The experienced, well-qualified staff will ensure that you are able to gain practical skills, combined with essential theory to ensure a successful future career in this field.
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) including English and maths (or equivalent) or a First Diploma with Distinction profile ? You should be interested in all aspects of sport and sport performance.
Course Structure
Course Description
Year 1Unit 2 – Functional AnatomyUnit 3 – Applied Sport and Exercise PsychologyUnit 5 – Applied Research Methods in Sport and Exercise ScienceUnit 6 – Coaching for Performance and FitnessUnit 10 – Physical Activity for Individual and Group-based ExerciseUnit 12 – Sociocultural Issues in Sport and ExercisePlus Sports LeadershipWork Experience Placement Year 2Unit 1 – Sport PhysiologyUnit 4 – Field and Laboratory-based Fitness TestingUnit 8 – Specialised Fitness TrainingUnit 9 – Research Project in Sport and Exercise ScienceUnit 13 – Nutrition in Sport and Exercise PerformanceUnit 14 – Technology in Sport and Exercise ScienceUnit 15 – Sports Injury and Assessment
Assessment
Assessment is specifically designed to fit the purpose and objective of the qualification. It includes a range of assessment types and styles suited to vocational qualifications in the sector. Units are assessed through a mix of assignment based tasks and external assessments. There will also be a mix of individual and group work, which will require you to complete investigations, reports and presentations.
Progression
This course prepares you for employment or you can continue to the Level 4 Foundation degree (FdSc) Sport; Coaching, Health and Fitness in partnership with University of Plymouth. Students who completed this course have gained places on courses such as BA (Hons) Football Coaching & Performance, BSc (Hons) Sport (Health & Fitness) and BA (Hons) Exercise & Sport Science at universities such as Exeter, Glamorgan and Bath.