UDSPOSCI - BSc Sports Science
Course Specification
Validation status | Validated | |||||||||||
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Highest award | Bachelor of Science | Level | Honours | |||||||||
Possible interim awards | Bachelor of Science, Diploma of Higher Education, Certificate of Higher Education, Bachelor of Science | |||||||||||
Total credits for course | 360 | |||||||||||
Awarding institution | London Metropolitan University | |||||||||||
Teaching institutions | London Metropolitan University | |||||||||||
School | School of Human Sciences | |||||||||||
Subject Area | Health Sciences | |||||||||||
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About the course and its strategy towards teaching and learning and towards blended learning/e-learning
Course aims
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work both independently and in collaboration with others -
develop solutions to problems in a systematic and effective manner -
communicate confidently and clearly both in writing and verbally -
deploy generic work-related skills including time-management and prioritisation of tasks
Course learning outcomes
The course learning outcomes listed below have been developed in line with the Level 6 descriptors for Bachelor’s Degree with honours as stated in the QAA’s Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (2008).
1. knowledge and understanding:
On completing the course, students will:
1.1. Have a thorough systematic knowledge of the various scientific topics studied
1.2. Show an ability to apply knowledge in practical settings involving sport and exercise
1.3. Have the capacity to execute and critically evaluate research relevant to sport and exercise science
2. cognitive intellectual skills:
On completing the course, students will:
2.1. Be able to understand and develop coherent arguments in support or criticism of scientific assertions and theories, incorporating literature-based evidence
2.2. Demonstrate a general ability to organise and apply knowledge in a logical and systematic manner appropriate to the purpose or question in hand
2.3. Show fluency with appropriate quantitative and numerical skills, involving relevant mathematical and statistical methods
2.4. Demonstrate academic and scientific literacy at graduate level
3. transferable skills including those of employability and professional practice:
On completing the course, students will:
3.1. Have the ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in a concise, clear and lively manner
3.2. Demonstrate a range of other key transferable skills including active involvement in learning, exercise of initiative and judgement, use of appropriate resources and technology including IT, the ability to work both independently and with others, and the capacity for self-awareness and self-reflection
3.3. Understand ethical and other professional issues involved in practice as a sports or exercise scientist
3.4. Appreciate the skills necessary to secure and retain employment, including communication, consideration for others, creativity, dedication and self-discipline
4. subject-specific practical skills:
On completing the course, students will:
4.1. Demonstrate an understanding of practical skills relating to sport and exercise science, including competence in collecting data from a range of test equipment and from psychological inventories, and in implementing appropriate interventions.
4.2. Be aware of the principles of scientific measurement, including the appropriate expression of results, and the distinction between analogue and digital information
4.3. Propose appropriate methodologies for a variety of measurements in sports and exercise science
Course learning outcomes / Module cross reference
1.1. Have a thorough systematic knowledge of the various scientific topics studied:
All modules
1.2. Show an ability to apply knowledge in practical settings involving sport and exercise:
All modules
1.3. Have the capacity to execute and critically evaluate research relevant to sport and
exercise science:
Sports Science Research Methods
Sports Science and Therapy Dissertation
2.1. Be able to understand and develop coherent arguments in support or criticism of
scientific assertions and theories, incorporating literature-based evidence:
All level 6 modules
2.2. Demonstrate a general ability to organise and apply knowledge in a logical and
systematic manner appropriate to the purpose or question in hand:
All modules
2.3. Show fluency with appropriate quantitative and numerical skills, involving relevant mathematical and statistical methods:
Essential Principles in Sports Science
Science, Research and Application
Sports Science Research Methods
2.4. Demonstrate academic and scientific literacy at graduate level:
All modules
3.1. Have the ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in a concise, clear and
lively manner:
All modules
3.2. Demonstrate a range of other key transferable skills including active involvement
in learning, exercise of initiative and judgement, use of appropriate resources and technology including IT, the ability to work both independently and with others, and the capacity for self-awareness and self-reflection:
All modules
3.3. Understand ethical and other professional issues involved in practice as a
sports or exercise scientist:
Sports Science Research Methods
Sports Science and Therapy Dissertation
3.4. Appreciate the skills necessary to secure and retain employment, including
communication, consideration for others, creativity, dedication and self-discipline
4.1. Demonstrate an understanding of practical skills relating to sport and exercise
science, including competence in collecting data from a range of test equipment and from psychological inventories, and in implementing appropriate interventions:
Essential Principles in Sports Science
Sports Anatomy and Physiology
Practical Sport Experience
Science, Research and Application
Sports Physiology
Human Movement and Performance Analysis
Advanced Applied Sports Physiology
4.2. Be aware of the principles of scientific measurement, including the appropriate
expression of results, and the distinction between analogue and digital information:
Essential Principles in Sports Science
Sports Anatomy and Physiology
Practical Sport Experience
Science, Research and Application
Sports Physiology
Human Movement and Performance Analysis
Advanced Applied Sports Physiology
4.3. Propose appropriate methodologies for a variety of measurements in sports and
exercise science:
Sports Science Research Methods
Sports Science and Therapy Dissertation
Principle QAA benchmark statements
Assessment strategy
Organised work experience, work based learning, sandwich year or year abroad
Course specific regulations
If attendance falls below 75% on a module, reassessment opportunities will not be available and instead the module will have to be retaken the following year with attendance and payment of fees. Mitigating circumstances cannot be claimed for missed classes; however Module Leaders will take account of absences that are a consequence of recorded disability or otherwise recorded as 'Authorised Absence' when applying the 75% threshold.
Modules required for interim awards
Career opportunities
This degree course will prepare you for a career in the scientific or commercial worlds, with many students choosing to work in the fitness industry. You'll receive general scientific training that will enable you to take on a wide variety of roles.
Previous graduates have gone into careers such as sports therapy at AFC Wimbledon and holistic training at Educogym. Others have continued on to a PGCE, which has enabled them to work in education.
Entry requirements
In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, you should have:
- English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C or above (or equivalent)
- 220 or more UCAS points from two or more A levels, including Biology, Physical Education, Human Biology, Biology, Sports Science or Sports Studies at grade C or above (or equivalent, eg 220 or more UCAS points from A levels, including Applied Science A level Double Award at grade CC or BTEC Extended Diploma in a sports subject with MMM)
Entry from appropriate foundation and access courses will also be considered.
If you don’t have traditional qualifications or can’t meet the entry requirements for this undergraduate degree, you may still be able to gain entry by completing the Sports Science BSc Extended Degree.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Applicants who require a Tier 4 student visa may need to provide a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements.
Official use and codes
Approved to run from | 2013/14 | Specification version | 1 | Specification status | Validated |
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Original validation date | 01 Sep 2013 | Last validation date | 01 Sep 2013 | ||
Sources of funding | HE FUNDING COUNCIL FOR ENGLAND | ||||
JACS codes | C600 (Sport and Exercise Science): 100% | ||||
Route code | SPOSCI |
Stage 1 Level 04 September start Offered
Code | Module title | Info | Type | Credits | Location | Period | Day | Time |
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ST4001 | Essential Principles in Sports Science | Core | 30 | |||||
ST4002 | Sports Anatomy and Physiology | Core | 30 | |||||
ST4003 | Practical Sport Experience | Core | 30 | |||||
ST4004 | Science, Research and Application | Core | 30 |
Stage 2 Level 05 September start Offered
Code | Module title | Info | Type | Credits | Location | Period | Day | Time |
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ST5001 | Sports Physiology | Core | 30 | |||||
ST5002 | Psychological Factors in Sport: Individuals and... | Core | 30 | |||||
ST5003 | Biomechanics and Control of Human Movement | Core | 30 | |||||
ST5060 | Sports Science Research Methods | Core | 15 | |||||
ST5054 | Practical Delivery in Coaching and Teaching | Option | 15 | |||||
ST5061 | Sociological Issues in Sport | Option | 15 |
Stage 3 Level 06 September start Offered
Code | Module title | Info | Type | Credits | Location | Period | Day | Time |
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ST6002 | Sport Psychology and the Elite Athlete | Core | 30 | |||||
ST6005 | Advanced Applied Sports Physiology | Core | 30 | |||||
ST6061 | Biomedical Implications of Exercise | Core | 15 | |||||
ST6P01 | Sports Science and Therapy Dissertation | Core | 30 | |||||
ST6063 | Business Developments in Sport | Alt Core | 15 | |||||
ST6W61 | Sports Science Work Placement | Alt Core | 15 |