This course is suitable for learners who wish to pursue a career in Sport Science and/or Sports Coaching. This Foundation Degree is designed to develop your understanding of Sports Science and Sports Coaching through the analysis of principles, concepts and contemporary issues, by applying them in practical situations. Using a multidisciplinary approach to the field, you will gain knowledge of the different areas that can be applied to many different sporting situations to help you improve levels of sport performance.
For every 10 credits, students should engage with around 100 notional hours of learning. This will be approximately 30% direct learning contact and 70% independent student learning.
The course consists of the following modules:
Year 1 (Level 4)
Human Anatomy (10 credits, compulsory)
Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology (20 credits, compulsory)
Fundamentals of Sport Psychology (10 credits, compulsory)
Fitness Assessment (10 credits, compulsory)
Sports Nutrition and Performance (20 credits, compulsory)
Principles of Coaching (20 credits, compulsory)
Employability-based Learning 1 - Applying Theory in Practice (20 credits, compulsory)
Research Methods and Study Skills (10 credits, compulsory)
Year 2 (Level 5)
Applied Physiology for Coaches (20 credits, compulsory)
Biomechanics (10 credits, compulsory)
Performance Analysis (10 credits, compulsory)
Psychology of Coaching Practice (20 credits, compulsory)
Strength and Conditioning (20 credits, compulsory)
Employability-based Learning 2 - Professional Reflection and Personal Development (20 credits, compulsory)
Research Methods (20 credits, compulsory)
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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:
CX6C
Institution code:
L53
Campus Name:
Coleg Llandrillo - Rhos on Sea
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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
a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points in main qualification, normally gaining a pass in at least one relevant A2 subject; or a BTEC National Certificate/Diploma (MP) or above, or an AVCE, GNVQ, International Baccalaureate, Welsh Baccalaureate, in a relevant subject; or a Pass in approved ACCESS; or NVQ/VRQ Level 3
Equivalent international qualifications are acceptable
Entry onto Level 5 will be considered on an individual basis in line with GLLM credit transfer policy.
Good proficiency in Welsh/English, with equivalent GCSE grade C or above
Foundation degrees are designed for students with a range of abilities, including those with no formal qualifications. Admission is founded upon the likelihood of an individual’s ability to complete the programme successfully and to derive benefit from it.
For individuals with no formal qualifications, admission is based upon, but not exclusive to:
A personal statement or CV, assessment at interview, performance in tasks set specifically for admission purposes, relevant work experience and employment references.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.gllm.ac.uk/courses/2147485496/
Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
87%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
60%
Go onto work and study:
75%
Fees and funding
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Provider information
Llandudno Road
Rhos-on-Sea
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Colwyn Bay
LL28 4HZ
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