Course summary
This course is designed to prepare students for 21st century employment within the Sports and Leisure sector in a wide range of sport exercise and coaching industries aiming to work with a range of athletes from grass roots to professional / graduate training programmes. The course will provide students with opportunities to research and learn about contemporary issues facing the industry, and society at large; with emphasis on performance, health, and physical activity and mental wellbeing. It is essential for students to understand the role that Sport and Exercise plays in addressing these issues.. In addition, students will have the opportunity to develop skills such as those of analysis, evaluation, critical argument alongside problem solving and communication skills. We encourage work experience as it is essential for students to be successful and create future employability opportunities. Students wanting to work in the sports science and coaching industry are expected to engage with employers to obtain the relevant experience required to compete in the sporting environment. This is due to the competitive nature of the sporting world and students will require more than just qualifications because of the competitive and popular nature of sport careers.
Modules
Level 4: Sports coaching science and performance and Sports and Exercise Science Introduction to Research & Academic Skills (20 Credits) Exercise Training & Prescription (20 Credits) Foundations of Human Movement (20 Credits) Psychology of Sport, Exercise & Physical Activities (20 Credits) Physiology of Sport, Exercise & Physical Activities (20 Credits) Physical Activity, Health & Lifestyles (20 Credits) Level 5: Sport and Exercise Science Research Methods (20 Credits) Coaching Psychology for Performance (20 Credits) Strength and Conditioning (20 Credits) Biomechanics (20 Credits) Performance Analysis (20 Credits) Nutrition for Sport and Exercise (20 Credits)
Assessment method
A range of assessment methods will be used including presentations, practical assessments, reports, essays, examinations, poster presentation and interventions. The assessment methods are designed for students to utilised relevant skills to aid in future employment or further study. Formative assessment which is used for development, includes online tasks, Q&A, group discussions in lessons and research tasks to develop academic reading and writing skills.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
25Jan
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:
- SESC
- Institution code:
- S20
- Campus name:
- Bournville College
- Campus code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 56 points
A level - CD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma - M: 9 credits P: 36 credits
Scottish Higher - BDD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
English language requirements
GCSE English grade 4 or above and Maths at grade 3 or above, or an equivalent Level 2 Functional Skills qualification at level 2 in English and Maths are required
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £6000 | Year 1 |
| England | £6000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6000 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6000 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £6000 | Year 1 |
| International | £7500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
There is an opportunity to undertake some coaching badges to support employment, however, students will need to fund these themselves. Prices vary depending on the sport. Please contact the team for more information.
Provider information
South and City College Birmingham
High Street Deritend
Digbeth
Birmingham
B5 5SU