Foundation Degree Sport and Exercise Science

Foundation Degree Sport and Exercise Science Overview

The programme is particularly relevant to students wishing to develop their knowledge and understanding of the scientific principles in relation to sports and who are interested in teaching or working with elite sports professionals.

This course is validated by the University of Derby.

Entry requirements

All applicants will be invited to an interview to discuss qualifications, experience and any other related issues.

To start this course you will be expected to have successfully completed a minimum of one of the following:

• At least 160 UCAS points at A Level in appropriate subjects.
• Appropriate BTEC National Diploma with MM profile or Extended Diploma with MMP profile or above.
• NVQ Level 3 in a related subject.
• Other Level 3 qualification in a related subject.
• Alternatively, we will consider your application if you have substantive experience in a relevant field.

We also normally require GCSE English language, maths and science at grade C or above: English and maths at Level 2 are essential requirements.

Please note that GCSE maths or equivalent is required for progression onto the BA (Hons) Sport Studies (top-up) award or other programme beyond a Foundation Degree.

You may also be required to undertake a self-funded Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to undertaking this course.

Start dates and fees

Course fees are payable for each year of all university-level courses. To identify your course fees and the financial support that may be available to you, please see the HE section of the website or contact a member of the HE team at the college.

Provisional timetables will be discussed at interview, and confirmed in the final joining instructions which all students will receive in July.

The table below shows you when the course starts. You may be charged a fee for your course depending on your age and circumstances.

Start DateDurationCodeAnnual FeeActions Sep 20162 yr(s)1019D1079£5950.00Apply online How long is the course?

This is a two-year full-time course, normally delivered two days a week for 6 hours per day. You will also need to dedicate significant time to research and work outside the classroom.

Location

• Derby Road

How will I be assessed?

Assessment methods are varied and may include practical observations, laboratory reports, poster presentations, research projects, written assignments, oral presentations, time constrained assignments, literature reviews or portfolios.

Where modules are work-related, assessment will relate to your own organisation (where appropriate) and/or vocational setting.

The course requires you to have a work or voluntary placement, details of which will be discussed at interview.

What will I study?

Level 4 modules:

• Current Issues in Sport
• Anatomical Foundations
• Academic Skills for Sport
• Psychological Considerations
• Sports Nutrition
• Sports Conditioning

Level 5 modules:

• Practical Leadership
• Research Methods for Sport
• Professional Engagement
• Exercise Physiology
• Sports Biomechanics
• Applied Sport Psychology

Module titles may change.

What can I go on to study?

• Upon successful completion of the course, you may wish to progress to the BA (Hons) Sports Studies (top-up) programme, available at the college, subject to entry requirements.
• Alternatively, you could progress on to the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Derby, or other relevant programme at another institution, subject to entry requirements.
• If you were seeking employment, opportunities exist in a range of related careers such as sports development, sports therapy, sports medicine, personal training, teaching or the uniformed services.

How do I apply?

Please complete our online application form, paying particular attention to previous qualifications and the personal statement. If you experience any difficulty, please contact the HE team on 01623 627191 ext 8092, or email us at heteam@wnc.ac.uk

Apply online Related courses

• BA (Hons) Sports Studies (Top-up)
• Foundation Degree Sport Coaching and Development