Barnsley College University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This top-up degree is for students wishing to convert their Foundation Degrees or Higher National Diplomas into full Degrees at Level 6. Some example careers you may wish to progress into include a Sports Development Officer, Physical Activity Co-ordinator, PE Teacher, Sports Lecturer, Sports Coach or Health Advisors (among others). The course adopts a range of contemporary methods of delivery and assessment to assess your understanding of key concepts. Individualised and regular work experience and professional development are important parts of the course and something of which all students will be required to partake in, in addition to understanding the critical research process. The course tutors, class sizes and approach to personal tutoring offer a more personalised Level 6 learning and higher education experience.
Modules
The programme will consist of small lectures, theory seminars, discussion groups and workshops as well as project work, reflection and independent study. You will be required to work in groups as well as independently. You will be required to plan, deliver and evaluate in a range of practical settings and environments as well as prepare for classes by research and completing activities as directed by the course tutors. You will be encouraged throughout the curriculum to be active in your skills-development and may have the opportunity to be involved in the wider work of the College’s Health and Fitness or Sport Academies or Physical Activity and Sports Development team Core Modules: 1. Dissertation (40 credits) 2. Community Sports Development (20 credits) 3. Critical Issues in Physical Education (20 credits) 4. Professional Context Project (20 credits) *Optional Modules: Student must choose one. 5. Physical Activity and Health for Young People (20 credits) 6. Health Trainer and Behaviour Change (20 credits) *The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
Assessment method
There are no formal examinations and most modules are likely to be assessed via a variety of coursework methods. Coursework assessments are likely to include essays, reports, presentations, professional meetings, research and reflections and group activities as well as undertaking a Dissertation which includes a Research Proposal and Ethics submission.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We no longer accept Tier 4 International applications
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
You will need to complete a formal application and attend an informal interview to ensure that the course meets your needs and interests. You must be able to demonstrate a commitment to either sports development, physical education, sports coaching and leadership or the health and fitness industry and be committed to your own personal development. You should be able to demonstrate some experience of working in these sectors in an appropriate capacity. You must have completed a relevant Level 5 qualification and be able to demonstrate an ability to work both independently and as part of small groups in both practical and academic settings.
Additional entry requirements
Health checks
As your programme will involve you working with vulnerable individuals (e.g. children and adults), you will be required to undertake a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Interview
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £2995 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £2995 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £2995 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £2995 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Fees are quoted based on 2022 entry information and are subject to change for 2023.
Provider information
Barnsley College University Centre
PO Box No 266
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2YW