Course summary

The FD Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching) foundation degree will provide you with the skills and knowledge to prepare you for a career in sport, leisure or the health industry, as well as progression to the full BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science (Coaching) at UCP. This course follows a multi-disciplinary approach where you will study core modules such as physiology, psychology and coaching, and learn about the interaction between these core disciplines as experienced in real-life settings. You will also have the opportunity to study applied modules and tailor your degree to your preference through modules such as performance analysis, strength & conditioning and the developing athlete. You will develop a theoretical understanding of sport, exercise and coaching sciences and be able to apply it in practice. These scientific methods are explored within a specialised laboratory environment utilising the latest technology and analytical equipment in a small, friendly and supportive setting. As well as lectures and seminars, students will use the state-of-the-art sports laboratory, gym facilities at Stamford Fitness, and the sports hall at Borderville Sports Centre. Employability is a key theme and will be embedded into your modules. Throughout your studies you will gain significant experience in the sports industry, working with sports teams and organisations such as Peterborough United Football Club, Stamford AFC, Peterborough Rowing Club, and a variety of educational institutions in Stamford and the surrounding area. Previous students have worked in local schools as teaching assistants in PE lessons, gaining valuable experience in teaching (an enhanced DBS check is required), while others have obtained internships working with sports academies. The courses at University Centre Peterborough are studied in smaller class sizes compared with other universities; a typical class size is under 20 students.