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Sport, Coaching and Fitness (Level 5 Foundation Degree (FdSc))

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Course Overview

This programme is validated by Ulster University and offers an excellent pathway to a degree programme based on a ‘two plus two’ model; thus, potentially achieving a degree within a 4-year period. It attracts students from various academic and sporting backgrounds including national and international athletes. On completion, you may apply for advanced entry to Year 2 of the BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science or BSc Hons Sport, Physical Activity and Health or BSc (Hons) Sports Studies or Year 3 of BSc Sports Coaching at Ulster University, providing the pre-set standards have been achieved. You can also progress to Year 3 of the BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise at LYIT or one-year top-up degrees in UK universities. Assessments include practicals, written assignments and exams. Additional coaching and sport-related qualifications will be offered which may or may not incur a small fee.
  • Start Date
    1 Sep 2023
  • Study Mode
    Full-Time
  • Duration
    2 Years
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Available Sessions

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  • Course: Ulster University Level 5 Foundation Degree (FdSc) Sport, Coaching and Fitness
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2023
    Fees:
    -

Course Offering

  • Site location Strand Road
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Awarding Body
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Course Modules

  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Sport Psychology
  • Fundamental Skills in Laboratory Testing
  • Work Based Learning
  • Principles of Teaching and Coaching
  • The Professional Fitness Environment
  • Sports Analysis
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Research Methods
  • Strength & Conditioning
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the University’s general entry requirements as set out in the prospectus. ANDStudents should normally have 48 UCAS tariff points, plus 3 GCSE subjects at Grade C including English Language and Mathematics, or equivalent.Attendance at an information session is requiredAccreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) may apply for entry (visit www.nwrc.ac.uk/apply for details). The initial offer standard may vary from year to year

ROI Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the University’s general entry requirements as set out in the prospectus. AND 48 UCAS Points, plus OLC (Grade 04 or above) in English and Maths. NOTE: GCSE Maths Grade C or above is required for progression to top-up degrees at Ulster University. Attendance at an information session is required Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) may apply for entry (visit www.nwrc.ac.uk/apply for details). The initial offer standard may vary from year to year

Work Placement

Students will undertake a minimum of 280 hours of work placement as part of the Work-Based Learning module. This can take place in a variety of sport settings.

Fee Information

  • Additional Fees
  • Books - £50 approx

What's Next?

Further Study

On completion, you may apply for advanced entry to Year 2 of the BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science or Sports Studies or Year 3 of Sports Coaching at Ulster University, providing pre-set standards have been achieved. You can also progress to Year 3 of the BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise at LYIT or one year top-up degrees in UK universities. Assessments include practicals, written assignments and exams. Additional coaching and sport-related qualifications will be offered which may or may not incur a small fee.

Career Prospects

On completion, you may apply for advanced entry to Year 2 of the BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science, the BSc (Hons) Sports Studies, the BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Physical Activity or Year 3 of BSc Sports Coaching at Ulster University, providing pre-set standards have been achieved. Alternatively, you may progress to a related degree course or onto a one-year top-up degree in other UK Universities. Also, there is an opportunity to progress to Year 3 of the BSc (Hons) Degree in Sport and Exercise at Letterkenny Institute of Technology.

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