Course Summary

This programme is a level 6 programme aimed at enabling holders of foundation degrees or Higher National Diploma qualifications in a relevant field to top-up their qualification to a Bachelor’s degree in Sport Science, Fitness and Coaching. The programme will complement the knowledge and skills acquired through the completion of sport science, fitness, and coaching-related Higher Education qualifications, with a wider appreciation of employability and career progression. Learners will foster an understanding of the underpinning role that science plays in the sport, fitness, and coaching sectors. In addition, the programme comprises the development of fundamental expertise, skills, and behaviours essential for academic research and the broader aspects of working as a sports practitioner. The programme aims to provide learners with significant Work-Based Learning opportunities by requiring learners to regularly apply course content to industry and critically evaluate the application of the latest research in the sport and fitness environment. In addition, the programme is tailored to stimulate a greater level of understanding of the essential values that contemporaneous research has on the continued professional development of sport, fitness, and coaching practitioners. An evidence-based approach to enquiry is a skill highly relevant to sports scientists, coaches, and fitness professionals seeking to develop their understanding of the wider issues that shape their coaching and/or teaching practices. Moreover, the programme provides greater knowledge and understanding of the multi-disciplinary approach that sport performance requires, enhancing future employability prospects.

Course Details - Modules

Modules are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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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: C609

Institution code: O66

Campus Name: Solihull College

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


To progress onto the programme all students must hold 240 credits, achieving a 55% average at a level 5 qualification or equivalent in a relevant field. This underpins the requirements of study at level 6.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 71%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 90%

Fees and funding

England 7570.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 7570.0 Year 1
Scotland 7570.0 Year 1
Wales 7570.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 7570.0 Year 1
EU 7570.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Please note tuition fees may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by government. Oxford Brookes University intends to continue to set fees at the maximum level permitted for new and returning Home/EU students. Fees are subject to agreement by the Office for Students.

Provider information

Gipsy Lane
Headington
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Oxford
OX3 0BP

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