This course develops hands-on practical skills as well as academic rigour. During the first year, you’ll be introduced to sport-related psychology, physiology, anatomy, and biomechanics. You’ll also be encouraged and supported to obtain National Governing Body Coaching Awards, opening up great opportunities when you graduate.
Modules
- Physiology of Sport and Exercise (20 credits)
- Performance Analysis (20 credits)
- Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology (20 credits)
- Anatomy for Exercise and Sport (20 credits)
- Coaching Practice (20 credits)
- Personal Development and Study Skills (20 credits)
- Fitness Testing and Assessment (20 credits)
- Psychology of Sport (20 credits)
- Coaching Theory (20 credits)
- Coaching Practice (20 credits)
- Research Methods and Study Skills (20 credits)
Optional modules
- Sport Injury Management (20 credits)
- Personal Training (20 credits)
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Entry Requirements for: United Kingdom
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Potential employers for graduates of this course include national sports associations, sports and leisure companies, recreation services, local authorities, health bodies including the NHS, schools and colleges.
During the course, you will be encouraged and supported to obtain National Governing Body Coaching Awards to support future development in the area. This will allow you to develop the skills required to become an effective coach across a range of activities.
PD: Approval qualifications
Sport and Exercise Sciences now has accreditation from PD: Approval, the national endorsement body for Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs), to award vocational qualifications (related to the health and fitness industry) to students who successfully complete specific modules.
| University level | Main module mapped to |
Vocational qualifications |
| 4 | Principles of Sport and Exercise Leadership | Level 2 Gym Instructor |
| 5 | Personal Training | Level 3 Personal Trainer |
| 6 | Physical Activity and Exercise for Special Populations | Level 3 Exercise Referral Instructor |
Career opportunities
Job roles include the following (some require further training):
- Exercise leader/instructor
- Physical activity health professional
- Fitness centre manager
- Teacher of PE
- You could also progress to further study and a career in research
Do I Have To Pay?
Not if you are a National of one of the following countries:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United KingdomFunding Calculator
Your funding value: £19.000
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After submitting your application to the University, and being accepted, Ucademics will guide you through all the steps needed for you to apply to the student finance program.
UK and European Union students are eligible for a Tuition Fee Loan given by a British Government Organization called Student Finance England, which is paid directly to your university, independent of your grades or your family’s income.
EU/UK students
International students
Tuition Fees are paid per year. The value above represents the tuition fee for the 2018/2019 academic year.
The tuition fees might be subject to minor increases each year due to inflation.
15 January 2019
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30 June 2019
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31 August 2019
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20 September 2019
The final deadline for applications to 2019 courses. Applications must arrive at UCAS by 18:00 (UK time).
22 October 2019
The deadline for adding Clearing choices, and for universities or colleges to accept applicants in Clearing.
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