We are pleased to confirm that Writtle University College and ARU (Anglia Ruskin University) are joining together. The merger will happen during the 23/24 academic year. Writtle’s full range of Higher and Further Education courses will continue to be delivered on site at the Writtle campus, enhanced by resources available at nearby ARU. If you are starting your course in September 2024, your degree will be awarded by ARU. Find out more about ARU, including our recent Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, at aru.ac.uk.
Sport & Health
The Diploma of Higher Education Sports Science with Exercise Referral consists of the first two years of the BSc (Hons) Sports Science with Exercise Referral degree. Aimed at individuals who wish to develop their interest in sport science with a robust grounding in scientific principles relevant to the health and exercise industry.
Students will gain a strong scientific understanding of the sport science principles, whilst pursuing an interest in those individuals who are afflicted with compromising chronic health conditions.
This Two-year full-time award employs a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake the critical analysis of information and apply this to learning about rehabilitation, referral and chronic health conditions. As result, graduates will leave with the technical understanding and skills that will enable them to adapt to a changing workplace and assume significant responsibility within organisations. Students may also choose to further their study by continuing to the third year of the BSc honours programme in order to obtain a full BSc honours degree.
Course Modules
| STAGE ONE | |
|---|---|
| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Introduction to Human Physiological Systems (15 credits) |
Nutrition for Health (15 credits) |
| Professional Skills in Sport, Health and Wellbeing (15 credits) |
Individual Differences in Health, Sport and Exercise (15 credits) |
| The Practice of Coaching (15 credits) |
Analysis of Human Movement and Performance (15 credits) |
| Introduction to Psychology (15 credits) |
Introduction to Physical Literacy (15 credits) |
| STAGE TWO | |
|---|---|
| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Exercise Physiology (15 credits) |
Research Skills in Sport, Health and Wellbeing (15 credits) |
| Behavioural Change for Health and Wellbeing (15 credits) |
Strength and Conditioning Coaching (15 credits) |
| The New Psychology of Health (15 credits) |
Skills for the Exercise Referral Practitioner (30 credits) |
| The New Psychology of Sport and Exercise: A Social Identity Approach (15 credits) |
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Note
These are the modules that are offered in this academic year; however, the optional modules available may be subject to change for the following reasons:
- Staff availability - for example the availability of staff to deliver specialist modules, which cannot be delivered by staff who do not have the relevant specialist expertise.
- In response to feedback and annual review processes to ensure we continually enhance our programmes. Changes in these circumstances will usually be made for the benefit of students.
- Student demand - to ensure there are adequate numbers on a module to support the provision of an excellent Learning & Teaching experience.
- The currency of the relevant module. Some modules are specified at a time when they reflect the issues that are currently topical in the subject area. They may have lost that currency by the time that the student is required to exercise the option. In the circumstances, in order to ensure that students are provided with an appropriate learning experience, those modules will be replaced by those which are relevant to the changing nature of the subject area.
The Writtle University College will endeavour to ensure that any impact on students is limited if such changes occur.
Entry Requirements
The following information provides the entry requirements for this particular course.
UCAS Tariff Points
80
GCE A Levels
80 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A level grade C or above
Irish Certificate
80 UCAS tariff points, to include 2 x B1 or H2 higher
Scottish Highers
80 UCAS tariff points, to include 2 x B
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Total (IB) Diploma point score of 24 or more
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
MMP
BTEC Level 3 Diploma
DM
C & G Level 3 Extended Diploma
Pass (48 + in combination with other qualifications to meet 80)
C & G Level 3 Diploma
Distinction (72 + in combination with other qualifications to meet 80)
Please note:
An equivalent or higher combination of grades to that indicated above will also be accepted.
GCSEs
All applicants must hold a minimum of four GCSE passes at grade C/4 or above to include English, Maths and Science.
Access course
Writtle University College welcomes applicants studying Access to HE Diploma courses. For more information please contact Admissions.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL/APEL)
Information about our Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL/APEL) policy can be found on our Higher Education Regulations and Policies page.
Learning & Teaching Methods
The following list shows the variety of learning and teaching methods experienced on this course.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Practical laboratory sessions
- Coaching sessions in the field
- Seminars and debates
- Case-studies
- Visits
- Online quizzes, wikis and activities
Assessment Methods
This course contains a variety of assessment methods to ensure practical and academic competence.
- Case studies
- Examinations - both multiple choice and essay questions
- Practical portfolios
- Mini-projects
- Reflective logbooks
- Presentations - both individually and in small groups
- Reports
- Essays
- Individualised coaching plans
- Practical assessments - both in small groups and individually
- Written assessments
- Peer and tutor observations
Employment Details
There are a range of jobs within the sports industry and associated ancillary industries that would suit a graduate from this course. They include science-based roles such as working in the professional and amateur coaching environments and within the health and welfare sector. Alternative roles may include journalism, sales jobs for companies (providing products such as equipment). Graduates will also be able to consider relevant graduate schemes and postgraduate study.