16Apr
UndergraduateUniversity of Lancashire has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Course Overview This course is taught through block learning. Find out more at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/study/block-learning Are you passionate about physical education and sport? Our foundation year is designed to give you a solid base in sport, physical activity and health. This will allow you to progress onto a full degree. Our foundation year prepares you to study at university. You’ll learn how to write academically, take notes, and work both independently and as part of a group. You’ll also explore current issues in sport, physical activity and wellbeing. This will help to build your understanding of the field as a whole, as you engage in key debates and discussions. You’ll then carry out your own project or create a portfolio on a topic of interest. This will develop your academic and research skills. Upon successful completion of your foundation year, you can progress on to the Physical Education and Sport degree. You’ll learn how to create engaging PE lessons that motivate students of all ages and abilities. Our degree focuses making sport accessible and fun. You will study how to create inclusive physical education environments and work with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You’ll have the opportunity to work in schools, SEND services or sports organisations. You can also progress onto: Football Studies BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) Sport Business Management BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy BSc (Hons) Leadership through Outdoor Adventure BA (Hons) Nutrition BSc (Hons) Why study with us?
- Develop the knowledge and academic skills you need to prepare you for degree level study.
- You'll be taught by experts with teaching experience in schools, who lead the way in sport research.
- Once you have progressed onto your degree, you'll have the chance to study abroad or complete a year in industry.
- Take part in both classroom and practical lessons with others who share your love of sports.
- Learn about the importance of sport and physical activity from different perspectives, including performance and health.
- Gain key academic skills like how to complete coursework, preparing you for success on your degree.
- Teacher
- Sports coach
- Personal trainer
Modules
Please visit The University of Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.
How to apply
14Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - Pass (D or E)
Given the nature of this programme, applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications, or relevant work/life experience and who have aspirations for professional careers in the fields of sport and physical education, but lack the requisite academic qualifications, are welcome. Such applications will be reviewed on an individual basis and may require the applicant to be invited to interview.
Additional entry requirements
Other
A satisfactory criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) is required for this course.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no component score less than 5.5 (To have been taken within two years of the course commencement date) |
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | 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
Please note fees for the foundation year will be £9,535, and then £9,535 per year for the remainder of the course.
*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index Inflation rate and increases permitted by the Government
Provider information
University of Lancashire
Preston
PR1 2HE