Course summary
This course allows students who currently hold a foundation degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Sports Coaching and Exercise Sciences or related discipline to complete further study to top up their qualification and obtain a full honours degree. The course combines work-based learning with academic study and focuses on meeting the knowledge and skills shortages of the industry. This course has excellent links with local sporting organisations and schools, so you can expect to develop the skills which employers really value. Students will develop important academic writing skills and the application of theory to practice; evaluate concepts and theories; the multidisciplinary nature of Sports Coaching and Exercise Sciences. This provides a challenging, vocationally led curriculum, that uses work based knowledge and real life scenarios, allowing development of a range of transferable skills, abilities and competencies necessary for a successful career. Employability is a key theme of the programme and the team are currently working closely with many professional teams such as Wakefield Trinity, Wakefield Council and a number of key providers for students to undertake voluntary work to complement their academic programme.
Modules
"Modules studied can include: • Physiological Measurement (20 credits) • Investigating Careers (20 credits) • Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology (20 credits) • Strength and Conditioning (20 credits) • Foundations of Nutrition (20 credits) • Skills coaching (20 credits) • Measurement and Analysis of Sport Performance (20 credits) • Research and Investigative Project (20 credits) • Nutrition for Sport Performance (20 credits)"
Assessment method
You will learn through a mix of lectures, seminars, case studies, simulations/role play, work-based projects, self-directed study and research. Guest speakers and industry visits will enhance your learning and application of this into work-based situations. You will be expected to undertake 10 hours per week of self-directed study per module. You will also receive 1 hour per week of student support where you will receive pastoral and academic guidance and study skills.
How to apply
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:
- CX6D
- Institution code:
- W08
- Campus name:
- Wakefield College
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
HND (BTEC) - P
Foundation degree in relevant subject at a pass or above.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £7400 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £7400 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £7400 | Year 1 |
Wales | £7400 | Year 1 |
International | £9500 | Year 1 |
EU | £9500 | 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
Provider information
Wakefield College
Margaret Street
Wakefield
WF1 2DH