Sport, Coaching & Fitness
The Foundation Degree in Sport Exercise and Fitness aims to ensure that the evolving needs of the sporting sector are met, including professional and volunteer coaches, managers, leaders, trainers, instructors and teachers.
| Award Name | Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Ulster University |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 | Ulster University |
Duration
3 years full-time.
Contact Hours per week
15 hours contact time to include practical classes, lectures, workshops or tutorials.
Mandatory Additional Study
Maximum of 3 hours per week average over the academic year.
Personal Study
Classroom contact hours should be matched in personal study as a minimum through additional reading, research and preparation of assessments.
Work placement – Year two
3 days per week by 16 weeks across both semesters. An in-depth structured work placement within the Sport, Coaching and Fitness industry during the final year of the programme.
Entry Requirements
UCAS
A minimum of 64 UCAS points including:
- A levels which must include one at A2 OR
- Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) and must include a subject in a related area
Admissions
Successful completion of the Admissions Process
APEL
Provide evidence of ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the accreditation of prior experiential learning. Further details on APEL can be found in the Admissions Section of our website.
Progression to Ulster University Sports related courses will be dependant on attainment of Maths GCSE at Grade C or higher.
Careers / Further progression
Where will it take me?
Previous SERC graduates of this course, have used this qualification to continue towards a BSc degree, enter employment in the Sport, Coaching and Fitness Industry and coaching/education fields. On successful completion of the course, some students may wish to obtain enhanced Degree entry.
Ulster University: SERC students who achieve an average of 65% or more in Year 2 modules for entry into second year of BSc (Hons) Sports related courses. Entry into the third year of the BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching is available to SERC students who achieve an average of 50% or more in Year 2 modules.
This course will grant you the status of Ulster University Associate Student.
How will it make me more employable?
You will learn transferable skills on the course, which will help you to apply for relevant jobs within the Sport, Coaching and Fitness Industry.
Further information
Start Date: 02/09/2024.
Bangor Campus
Lisburn Campus
Bangor: 20+. Lisburn: 18.
£2850. This is a 3-Year Programme and course fees are payable in each year.
Additional Costs
A range of coaching awards will be completed by each student during the programme in addition to an extended period of work placement. The mandatory qualifications are:
- Sport NI Safeguarding Children - £15
- First Aid - £45
- Governing Body Coaching Awards (tailored to individual student need)
Students will be expected to purchase Course Sports Kit at an estimated cost of £90. In addition students will be required to pay for their own Access NI check (approx. £33).
Optional Awards
· Level 3 Active IQ Personal Training - £550
· Level 2 Active IQ Instructing Studio Cycling - £108
· Level 2 Active IQ Instructing Circuit Session - £128
· Level 2 Active IQ Instructing Kettlebells - £128
· First Aid at Work - £60
Year: 2024/25.
Applications are now open for 2024.
Visit apply.serc.ac.uk and apply online (see "Application Weblink").
The Foundation Degree in Sport Exercise and Fitness aims to ensure that the evolving needs of the sporting sector are met, including professional and volunteer coaches, managers, leaders, trainers, instructors and teachers.
The programme consists of the following mandatory and optional modules:
Year 1 Mandatory Modules:
· Anatomy and Physiology
· Sport Psychology
· The Professional Fitness Environment
Optional Modules:
· Sport and Society
· Sports Analysis
· Principles of Teaching and Coaching
· Personal and Professional Development in Sport
· Fundamental Skills in Laboratory Testing
· Health and Well Being
Year 2 Mandatory Modules:
· Work Based Learning 1 and 2
· Research Methods
· Nutrition for Sport and Exercise
Optional Modules:
· Principles of Teaching and Coaching
· Personal and Professional Development in Sport
· Fundamental Skills in Laboratory Testing
· Health and Well Being
· Sports Coaching
· Strength and Conditioning
This programme is based on a hybrid learning model with a focus on face-to-face delivery.
Students are assessed using a range of different methods. These include examinations, coursework, Project Based Learning, presentations, practical, posters, leaflets, role-play, and case studies. This is dependent on the requirements of each unit of study. Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.
South Eastern Regional College
Bangor Campus
Castle Park Road
Co Down
BT20 4TD
Email: info@serc.ac.uk
Phone: 0345 600 7555
South Eastern Regional College
Lisburn Campus
Castle Street
Lisburn
Co Antrim
BT27 4SU
Email: info@serc.ac.uk
Phone: 0345 600 7555