HND Sport & Exercise Science (awarded by Pearson)
30010L1 | Leigh College
Start Date | 09/09/2024
Time/Day | FULL TIME
Start Date | 09/09/2024
Time/Day | FULL TIME
Is this course for me?
Sport and physical activity contributes £39 billion to the UK's economy and the sports landscape comprises a wide array of sports organisations, ranging from large professional clubs, to semi-professional and amateur teams.This course offers a combined pathway for those who want to progress in this industry from teaching, coaching, sports therapy or sport and exercise science.
There are two routes available - one focusses on coaching and PE, and the other on sports and exercise science.
You will learn the underpinning theoretical concepts relating to your chosen subject enabling access to careers such as sports marketing, coaching, athletic administration, sports medicine, sport promotion or sport psychology.
ALIGNED WITH INDUSTRY
Tutors have extensive experience in industry, from managing sport and fitness on cruise ships, to football scouting, sports massage therapy and coaching for Camp America.
INDUSTRY RELEVANT
Opportunity to achieve additional qualifications including: Level 3-4 nationally recognised qualification in Sports Massage. We may also fund a course of your choice in sports coaching.
WORK EXPERIENCE
You will have the opportunity to network with professional sports clubs and local employers to undertake a valuable work placement.
EXPERIENCE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
Students have taken an annual trip to Europe with funding from the University Centre Advantage Scheme.
What will I study?
Modules include:
• Research Project (Pearson set)
• Biochemistry of Exercise
• Entrepreneurship in Sport
• Exercise Physiology
• Physical Education and School Sport
• Sport and Exercise for Specific Groups
• Sport Rehabilitation
• Strength and Conditioning for Coaching
• Teaching Practice and Work Experience
• Research Project (Pearson set)
• Biochemistry of Exercise
• Entrepreneurship in Sport
• Exercise Physiology
• Physical Education and School Sport
• Sport and Exercise for Specific Groups
• Sport Rehabilitation
• Strength and Conditioning for Coaching
• Teaching Practice and Work Experience
How long is the course?
Three days per week plus placement for two academic years.
How will I be assessed?
The HND programme is assessed through a variety of methods, from written assignments to coursework and practical sessions.
What qualifications do I need?
80 UCAS points or equivalent work experience.
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Students must also possess a Grade 4 or above in English at GCSE or equivalent.
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Students must also possess a Grade 4 or above in English at GCSE or equivalent.
What can I progress onto?
Careers in the Sport and Exercise Science industry include:
• sports rehabilitation
• sports physiology and nutrition
• sports coaching or
• PE teacher.
Or you may wish to obtain a full honours degree by joining either a top-up degree or the third year of a degree programme in sport science, coaching or exercise science at universities across the country.
• sports rehabilitation
• sports physiology and nutrition
• sports coaching or
• PE teacher.
Or you may wish to obtain a full honours degree by joining either a top-up degree or the third year of a degree programme in sport science, coaching or exercise science at universities across the country.
Other Information
Tutors have extensive experience in industry, from managing sport and fitness on cruise ships, to football scouting, sports massage therapy and coaching for Camp America.
Course Fees
£7500.00
Clothing, Fashion and Accessories Designers
Clothing, fashion and accessories designers plan, direct and undertake the creation of designs for new clothing and related fashion accessories.
Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree
Opportunities
6.2%
RISE in employment in 5 years
What could you earn
£14,861
Entry
£29,108
Median
£52,862
Potential
Typical Tasks
- Observes and manages intellectual property issues.
- Oversees production of sample and/or finished product or produces one-off products for fashion shows.
- Specifies materials, production method and finish for aesthetic or functional effect.
- Submits design to management, sales department or client for approval, communicates design rationale and makes any necessary alterations.
- Prepares sketches, designs, patterns or prototypes for textiles, clothing, footwear, jewellery, fashion accessories.
- Undertakes research to determine market trends, production requirements, availability of resources and formulates design concepts.
- Liaises with client to determine the purpose, cost, technical specification and potential uses/users of clothing or related fashion accessory.
Knowledge
Design
Mathematics
Engineering and Technology
Clerical
Computers and Electronics
English Language
Mechanical
Administration and Management
Sales and Marketing
Production and Processing
Customer and Personal Service
Skills
Active Learning
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Mathematics
Learning Strategies
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Writing
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