Course Summary

This course follows a multi-disciplinary approach where you will study core modules such as physiology, performance analysis, coaching and psychology alongside developing your football knowledge and play. A key aspect of this course is being able to apply what is being learned in theory sessions to the world of elite sport through your training sessions and game time. Football specific activities will be delivered by coaching staff with experience in recruitment, talent identification, coaching, management and sports governance. Scientific methods are explored on the course in a specialised sports lab with the latest technology and analytical equipment. The laboratory boasts unique equipment such as Tobii 2 eye tracker technology, Catapult GPS Units, state-of-the-art performance analysis software (Hudl) and much more. As well as lectures at our Peterborough campus, students will use the gym facilities and sports hall at Peterborough College as well as the Mick George Training facilities at Peterborough United. Employability is a key theme and will be embedded into your modules plus you can gain experience in the sports industry with opportunities to work with schools and sports teams. We hold annual sports conferences where you will learn and present emerging themes within the sport industry. Previous guests speakers include Mike Phelan (Manchester United Assistant Manager), Andy Etches (Director of Rezzil Virtual Reality) and Steve Gunn (GB Rowing Coach). The 2019 National Student Survey (NSS) which measures student satisfaction on courses had a NSS results of 100% for the Sport and Exercise Science degree. The courses at University Centre Peterborough are studied in smaller class sizes compared with other universities, a typical class size is under 30 students.

Course Details - Modules

YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4) Introduction to Academic Skills for Sport and Exercise (15 credits) Human Anatomy (15 credits) Psychological Basis of Sport and Exercise (15 credits) Introduction to Sports Development (15 credits) Foundations of Sports Coaching (15 credits) Introduction to Performance Analysis (15 credits) Work Based Practice (30 Credits) YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5) Applied Research Skills (15 credits) Applied Principles of Sports Training (15 credits) Developing Effective Teaching and Coaching (15 credits) Applied Performance Analysis (15 Credits) Practical Coaching Skills (15 Credits) Fitness Testing and Training (15 credits) Work Based Project (30 Credits)

Course Details – Assessment Method

YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4) 60% Coursework 40% Practical YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5) 65% Coursework 35% Practical

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: N872

Institution code: P56

Campus Name: Stamford College

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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


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

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

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

EU 8000.0 Year 1
England 8000.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 8000.0 Year 1
Scotland 8000.0 Year 1
Wales 8000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

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Provider information

University Centre Peterborough
Park Crescent
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Peterborough
PE1 4DZ

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