📖Program Curriculum
You will study a variety of modules across your programme of study. The module details given below are subject to change and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
Modules by Year
Foundation Year
Core modules (students are required to take):
Academic Skills and Studying with Confidence
We'll help you develop core academic skills such as using electronic resources, planning and note-taking, communication skills related to essay and report writing and delivering presentations. You'll learn how to manage your time, how to prioritise and how to manage stress, and you’ll become more confident in engaging with collaborative learning, debates, discussions and critical reflection.
Project
You’ll study an area of interest related to your chosen degree. You’ll work individually on your project, whether that's a written report, a presentation and oral examination, a film or a series of blog posts. You’ll undertake problem-solving learning, and formative feedback and support will be provided throughout, helping develop your self-confidence.
Scientific Principles within Sport
This module explores multi-disciplinary perspectives on sport, exercise, physical performance and rehabilitation therapies including physiological, psychological, biomechanical, tactical, pedagogical and rehabilitation. An introduction to basic key theories will be followed by practical activities to illustrate and understand these perspectives. You'll learn about methods used to evaluate sport, exercise and physical performance, including interpretation, presentation and reflection on data.
Promoting Exercise, Physical Activity and Health
This module examines the role exercise plays in health from a multi-disciplinary perspective. Through a variety of activities, you’ll gain an understanding of basic key theories, such as health and wellbeing, behaviour change, health and safety, intervention design and working with clients. You’ll be taught through a blended approach comprising lectures, practical workshops (including laboratory sessions and field-based activities), debates, guided independent work and groupwork, as well as online learning.
Year 1
Core modules (students are required to take):
Introduction to Coaching and Teaching
Policy and Practice in Sport and Physical Education
Sociology and Psychology of Physical Education and Coaching
Scientific Principles of Physical Education and Coaching
Year 2
Core modules (students are required to take):
Integrated Coaching and Assessment of Performance
Professional Skills and Research in Sport
Sport and Exercise Psychology
Growth and Development of the Athlete
Coaching Pedagogy
Year 3
Core modules (students are required to take):
Professional Learning Through Work
Independent Project
Performance Coaching
Development of the Profession and the Professional
