C0FY Sport Science & Personal Training with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Skills and experience gained In all units, there will be opportunities for you to take part in discussions about different subjects, and read and obtain information from a variety of sources. You will develop your skills as an academic researcher in order to enable you to articulate ideas and theoretical perspectives in written and practical form. The research tasks will vary according to the type of work being undertaken and you will need, therefore, to be adept at understanding the skills involved in sourcing, selecting and utilizing appropriate material. In every practical process you embark upon, you will be expected to plan and execute a methodical research process in order to develop your practical skills, and your ability to critically evaluate methods and data. You will be introduced to a range of research skills including literature searches and critical reading, practical field-based activities including questionnaire and interview design and conduct, as well as the analysis of findings from the use of such techniques in the field. After the course The course combines a thorough understanding of sport and exercise science with knowledge of the fitness industry, offering the opportunity to gain vocational qualifications that are recognised by a wide range of professional bodies in the fitness industry, including the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs). Some careers successful students have gone into include: Personal Trainer including self employed and gym based, Strength and Conditioning Coach with Elite Rugby Players, Cardiac Rehabilitation Sports Development Officer, PhD Careers Advisor, Radiographer,...