BA (Hons) - Sport, Coaching and Physical Education

How you will learn

Learning and teaching methods are designed to:

• Be student-centred, flexible and modern whilst being challenging and stimulating.
• Support your needs at different stages of development.
• Be fully supported by, and integrated with, technological approaches such as the Blackboard virtual learning environment (VLE).
• Ensure the link between theory with practice.
• Develop you as an independent and self-directed learner, communicating the ethos of reflective learning.
• Develop the ability to learn effectively to performing academically, including an in-depth, evidence-based research dissertation.

Modules are delivered with a mixture of formal contact time, directed and blended learning and independent learning. The proportion of the methods used varies with the focus of each module. You will develop your academic skills and become progressively more independent in your learning.

Key knowledge and understanding is acquired through a wide range of teaching methods including:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Problem-solving tasks
• Laboratory-based practical work
• Practical teaching/coaching sessions
• Group work
• Observational learning
• Research projects
• Vocational placement
• Private and directed study.

All staff engaged in the development and delivery of this programme are active in continuing professional development. All staff hold, or are active in, subject-specific qualifications and conduct research pertinent to professional practice. Resources and equipment have been replaced and updated to facilitate teaching, learning and assessment activities on relevant practical modules.

How you will be assessed

Modules use formative and summative assessment so you progress through modules build knowledge coherently and logically.

Formative assessments are designed so that feedback on your performance is provided before the submission of the final, summative assessment and will occur regularly to inform your progress and performance. Formative work does not contribute to the final module mark or the credit awarded. Formative tasks and assessments will feature in all modules and provide you with further learning opportunities, alongside skill development, for example, non-graded presentation skills, delivery and reflection.

A variety of assessment methods will be utilised, reflecting the multi-disciplinary nature of this programme and the increasing demand for employment-ready graduates. Assessment methods are specified in each module guide and will include:

• Practical presentations
• Research reports/written assessments.
• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Class presentations (individual and group).
• Poster presentations and conferences.
• Reflective learning *portfolios (placement module).

*Portfolios may be comprised of several pieces of work that together provide evidence of learning and demonstrate achievement of learning outcomes in a variety of modes. For example, written pieces, video recordings of practical activities or presentations, PowerPoint slides and a series of reflections or online discussions, are just some of the ways you may evidence your learning.

Tuition Fees

The figures above don't include accommodation and living costs.

Tuition fees are set annually and are subject to review each year. The University may therefore raise tuition fees in the second or subsequent years of a course, in line with inflation and/or the maximum permitted by law or Government policy. Students will be notified of any changes as soon as possible.

International Finance

At the University of Cumbria, we offer affordable tuition fees for international and EU students looking to study at one of our main four campuses. No matter your choice of course or career path, our International Team is here to support you.

Additional Costs

There will be some additional costs. For example all students will need to purchase stationery and may wish to purchase some text books. Extra costs may also be applicable to cover field trips, membership fees etc. although such features are usually options within the course.

Books are reviewed annually and are therefore subject to change, course welcome information will provide you with an indicative list for the year.

Books and Journals

Below is the list of books that will need to be purchased for your course. Costs can be reduced considerably by sourcing second-hand copies of books. Core text (£13.50) - Navin, A. (ed.) (2011) Sports coaching: A reference guide for students, coaches and competitors. The Crowood Press. Wiltshire. Access via library - Potrac, P., Gilbert, W. and Denison, J. (2013) Routledge handbook of sports coaching. Routledge. London. Ebook available. Core text (£30)- Nelson, L., Groom, R., and Potrac, P. (2014) Research methods in sports coaching. Routledge. London. Core text (£28) - Armour, K. (2011) Sport pedagogy: an introduction for teaching and coaching. Prentice-Hall. Harlow. Ebook available. Access via library - Houlihan, B. and Green, M. (2013) Routledge handbook of sports development. Routledge. London.

Stationery

Students should budget for stationery and consumables for your own personal use. This should include notebooks, pens and pencils for taking notes in class and/or in the field. Students should also budget for the purchase of USB pen drives, as well as occasional printing and photocopying costs incurred in the preparation or submission of coursework. Whilst you will choose how much you need, expect to pay around £30 - £40 per year for these items.

Clothing and Equipment

Sports Kit (optional but recommended items equal approx. £120)

Other

Travel costs for Community based/placement activities (£30 - £50). You will need to undertake a Criminal Background Check as part of their admission to the course at a personal cost of between £50-£60.