Loughborough College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The HNC in Sport is delivered on Higher Education Academy of Sport sites. Loughborough College works with the Higher Education Academy of Sport to oversee quality assurance. Students must be engaged with the Higher Education Academy of Sport to apply for this course. Students can progress onto an HND in Sport following the course and there are options to top up into a full degree at Loughborough College. The Higher National Certificate (HNC) is a Level 4 qualification made up of 120 credits. Studying on the HNC course provides career planning support and the opportunity for career enhancement. Furthermore, the course offers in-depth input from lecturers, tutors and guest speakers who are specialists in the field of business and management. Please only apply for this course through the Higher Education Academy of Sport.
Modules
Physical Activity, Lifestyle & Health, The Sport Landscape, Project Management, Risk & Safety Management in the Outdoors, Activity Leadership, Nutrition, Technology in Sport & Work Exposure
Assessment method
The programme uses a variety of assessment techniques to ensure that you can demonstrate the range of learning outcomes. Subject knowledge and understanding is assessed through examinations, coursework essays, coursework reports, individual or group presentations, written evaluations, debates and posters will be used as other forms of assessment. These also assess a range of transferable skills, including confidence in academic written communication. Simulated problems and case studies are used to assess problem solving skills and creativity in design solutions – these may be assessed through unseen examinations or as a written essay/report.
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:
- SP19
- Institution code:
- L77
- Campus name:
- Loughborough College
- Campus code:
- L
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7500 | 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
The cost of some activities are not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. A summary of the costs that you may be expected to pay, and what is included in your fees can be found on our website
Provider information
Loughborough College
Radmoor Road
Loughborough
LE11 3BT