This course will interest anyone with an enthusiasm for sport, exercise and health, coaching, teaching, sports science and sports therapy. All modules integrate theory and practice using the experience gained from involvement in sport.
The course is designed to meet the needs of employers such as local authorities, sports facilities and public and private providers in sport and leisure industry.
Students study ( Some optional units can be subject to change)
**Level 4 HNC 120 credit**
Unit 1 Nutrition (15 Credits) - Core
Unit 2 Fundamentals of Sport & Exercise Psychology (15 Credits) - Core
Unit 3 Anatomy & Physiology (15 Credits) - Core
Unit 4 Professional Skills (Pearson-set) (15 Credits) - Core
Unit 6: Training, Fitness, Testing (15 Credits) - Option
Unit 7: Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Health (15 Credits) - Option
Unit 9 Biomechanics (15 Credits) - Option
Unit 10 Technology in Sport (15 Credits) - Option
In the second year, students study at Level 5 120 additional credits -
Unit 14: Research Project (Pearson-set) (30 Credits) - Core
Unit 18: Exercise Prescription (15 Credits) - Option
Unit 31: Biochemistry of Exercise (15 Credits) - Option
Unit 26: Exercise Physiology (15 Credits)- Option
Unit 27: Advanced Nutrition (15 Credits) - Option
Unit 33: Strength & Conditioning for Coaching (15 Credits) - Option
Unit 32: Psychology for Performance (15 Credits) - Option
Course Details - Modules
Anatomy and Physiology for Sport and Exercise; Sport and Exercise Psychology; Research Methods for Sport and Exercise Sciences; Biomechanics for Sport; Research Project; Training and fitness for sport and exercise; Field-based fitness testing for sport and exercise; Sport and Exercise Massage; Functional Exercise Physiology; Sports Coaching
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment is through assignment work, case studies and presentations.
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:
C600
Institution code:
N57
Campus Name:
Hitchin
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
Completion of a Level 3 qualification in relevant field
Ideally GCSE Grade 4 or above (Grade C) in Maths and English
Interview on Entry . We encourage applications from relevant industry working professionals.
To book an interview, please contact Liz Calver on 01462424242 ext 1323 or on email LCalver@nhc.ac.uk
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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Unistats information
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Fees and funding
Channel Islands
5000.0
Year 1
EU
5000.0
Year 1
England
5000.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
5000.0
Year 1
Scotland
5000.0
Year 1
Wales
5000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
The course fee includes membership to BASES, Trips and Visits, and Uniform.
Provider information
Monkswood Way
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Stevenage
SG1 1LA
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