Barnsley College University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Subject to validation by Leeds Trinity University, this BA (Hons)Top-up pathway offers a unique blend of flexible learning methods, strong employer relationships, practical learning, and support structures for students. Some possible careers you may wish to progress into include PE (Physical Education) Teacher or Sports Lecturer, Public Health Officer, Sports Coaching or Health/Sport Business Owner. Individualised and regular work experience is an important part of the course and something which all students will be required to undertake. The course tutors and class sizes offer a more personalised learning and university experience. Looking for flexibility? Take control and shape your learning journey! Our hybrid-flexible learning modality – combining in-person and online learning puts the power of choice in your hands, tailored for adults to attain a degree qualification while maintaining work and other commitments. Enquire for further details!
Modules
Core Modules: Delivering to Specialist Populations Promoting Alternative Physical Activity and Leisure Sports Coaching, Physical Education and Health Technological Innovations for Industry Professional Context Project Dissertation
Assessment method
Assessment will be varied and devised by teachers to best meet the needs of students and the course with most units assessed via coursework. Coursework assessments could take any form but are likely to include website page design and content, podcasts, essays, reports, presentations, timed assessments, practical observations and for some modules you will get the opportunity to decide your own assessment method (negotiated).
How to apply
29Jan
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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- SCTU
- Institution code:
- B13
- Campus name:
- Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We are not currently accepting international applications
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
You must be able to demonstrate a commitment to either sports development, physical activity promotion, physical education, sports coaching and leadership or the health industry and be committed to your own personal development as well as demonstrating some experience of working in these sectors in an appropriate capacity.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
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 | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6165 | 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 2024 entry information and are subject to change for 2025.
Provider information
Barnsley College University Centre
PO Box No 266
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2YW