Course Summary

This pathway is for students wishing to gain an academic and practical understanding of the changing world of Physical Activity Promotion, Health and Exercise and more broadly Lifestyle and Wellbeing industries. Some example careers you may wish to progress into include Health Promotion, Exercise Instruction, Health and Wellbeing and Physical Activity Leadership (among others). The course adopts a range of contemporary methods of delivery and assessment to assess your understanding of key concepts. Individualised and regular work experience is an important part of the course and something of which all students will be required to partake in, in addition to understanding the critical research process. The course tutors, class sizes and approach to personal tutoring offer a more personalised learning and university experience. It is anticipated that some students may progress on to undertake sports-related degrees such as our BA (Hons) Top-Up Degree in Physical Activity, Health & Exercise.and other similar qualifications, or to related employment. The skills developed through the course are transferable into a range of employment scenarios and students will be given support in aiding smooth progression. We also offer exciting additional qualifications at discounted rates for our students of this programme, for example, Personal Training, Sports Massage and Governing Body awards related to Coaching and Leadership.

Course Details - Modules

Classes will be made up of a mixture of lectures, taught and theory seminars and discussion groups as well as practical, reflection and private study. You will be required to work in whole and small group teams and independently. You will be required to plan, deliver and evaluate in a range of practical settings and environments as well as prepare for classes by research and reading (otherwise known as directed activities). Students will be encouraged throughout the curriculum to be active in their skills-development and may well be involved in the wider work of the Sports Academy or health/fitness community in client consultation and physical activity assessment. Students will have the opportunity to work in local organisations and other relevant agencies where and if appropriate. (Year 1): 1. Introduction to Health Promotion 2. Inactivity Across the Lifespan 3. Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology for Exercise 4. Psychology of Physical Activity 5. Introduction to Academic Research Skills 6. Principles & Practice of Self-development (Year 2): 1. Healthy Lifestyles & Wellbeing 2. Nutrition and Weight Management 3. Leadership & Instruction in Exercise 4. Healthy Environments 5. Advanced Academic & Research Skills 6. Employability, Enterprise & Creativity

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment will be varied and devised by teachers to best meet the needs of students and the course with most units assessed via coursework. Coursework assessments could take any form but are likely to include essay, reports, presentations, professional discussions, research, group activities as well as practical assessment, evaluation and reflection.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January 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: C6K9

Institution code: B13

Campus Name: Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Students must have completed a suitable Level 3 qualification and be able to demonstrate an ability to work independently, in groups and be able to work with tutor support and guidance in both practical and academic settings. Students will need GCSE English at grade C/grade 4 (or an alternative equivalent). Students without such formal applications are very much encouraged to apply, particularly from applicants who can demonstrate commitment and ‘work-related’ experience that is appropriate.

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport or other related subject area at grade MPP

All applicants will be invited to attend an informal discussion interview to ensure that the course meets their needs and interests; this may be on the telephone or face-to-face. All applications are considered individually. Students must be able to demonstrate a commitment to either the physical activity, health and exercise and fitness sector. Students should be committed to their own personal, professional and academic development.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

England 5995.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 5995.0 Year 1
Scotland 5995.0 Year 1
Wales 5995.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Fees are quoted based on 2019 entry information and are subject to change for 2020.

Provider information

PO Box No 266
Church Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Barnsley
S70 2YW

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