Undergraduate Programme Specification
BSc Physical Education and Sport
Academic Year 2024/25
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| Programme Title | BSc Physical Education and Sport | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Bachelor of Science | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | PES-BSC-S | UCAS Code | LL34 | HECoS Code |
100098 - Sports studies - 34 100464 - Primary education - 33 100465 - Secondary education - 33 |
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| ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
| Mode of Study | Full Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Single Honours | Length of Programme |
Full Time - 3 Academic Years |
Total Credits for Programme | 360 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | No | |||||||||||||
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Stranmillis University College |
School/Department |
Stranmillis University College |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 6 |
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Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
Events, Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism (2019) |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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No accreditations (PSRB) found. | |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations N/A |
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Programme Specific Regulations N/A |
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Students with protected characteristics N/A |
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Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
Educational Aims Of Programme
1: A systematic understanding of the key aspects in Physical Education (PE) and Sport.
2: Coherent, detailed and contemporary knowledge pertaining to PE and Sport
3: An ability to accurately and critically use established techniques of analysis and enquiry in PE and Sport
4: A conceptual understanding that enables a student to devise and sustain arguments and solve problems some which are at the forefront of a subject, and describe and comment on aspects of current research and advanced scholarship in PE and Sport
5: An appreciation of the uncertainty, ambiguity and limits of knowledge relating to PE and Sport
6: An ability to manage their own learning and to make use of scholarly reviews and primary sources such as refereed research articles and original material in PE and Sport 1
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Exercise analytical, critical and problem-solving skills in the context of the theories within the discipline, employ methods of enquiry, evaluate applications and interventions. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Employed teaching and learning methods actively encourage students to develop their analytical and critical thinking skills. In year one there is a focus on creating a knowledge base in students with a progressive shift towards critical evaluation of sources in years two and three. Students are frequently required to review aspects of both practice and theory. Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., essay, exam and dissertation. |
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Direct their own learning and thinking and develop the capacity to think independently and to collaborate within a |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Independent reading, dissertation, feedback on group and individual presentations. Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., lab report, and exam. |
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Develop research skills and engaged with information retrieval, small-scale research design, data collection and analysis. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught sessions on study skills, taught research methods module, project work, individual and group presentations, dissertation. Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., research proposal, exam and dissertation. |
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Display the capacity to communicate information in an accessible and understandable manner through both the |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught sessions on study skills, formal and informal feedback on submitted work, group and individual presentations. Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., E-newsletter, exam and dissertation. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Observe and evaluate. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical Lab work, practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., practical area evaluation form, exam and dissertation. |
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Effectively develop and use digital literacy skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Integration of hardware and software in taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., statistical analysis report, presentations and dissertation. |
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Reflect upon and manage career development. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Preparation for and completion of work placement. Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., work placement portfolio. |
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Critically reflect and analyse. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Preparation for laboratory reports, lectures, practicals, seminars, tutorials. Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., essay, exam and dissertation. |
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Work collaboratively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Group tasks, team teaching of practical elements, small group lab work, small group work to produce webinars, e-newsletters and peer teaches. Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., group presentation and dissertation. |
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Be an effective team leader. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are allocated a leadership role in the organisation and delivery of some practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., peer teach and dissertation. |
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Successfully undertake research techniques and methodologies. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Research methods module, lab-based investigation, dissertation. Methods of Assessment Specific coursework, e.g., Dissertation and lab report |
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Submit bodies of knowledge to critical analysis. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught sessions on completion of small-scale literature review, small group discussions of research papers, completion of literature review for dissertation. Methods of Assessment Written assignment, engagement in small scale discussions, submission of dissertation. Specific coursework, e.g., webinar, exam and dissertation. |
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Prepare and deliver oral presentations. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Production of and peer and tutor feedback on group and individual presentations. Methods of Assessment Production of presentations. Specific coursework, e.g., podcast and dissertation. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Display understanding of applicable research, theory and policy |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., infographic, dissertation and examination |
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Demonstrate awareness and impact of- relevant meso-,micro- and macro-level influences |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., project management task, dissertation and examination |
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Display awareness of national and international perspectives |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., essay, presentation and examination |
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Demonstrate understanding of sustainable development |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., E-newsletter and examination |
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Display understanding of diversity withing populations and sub- populations |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., essay, and examination |
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Demonstrate knowledge of competences and values required in professional settings |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., work-placement portfolio |
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Show appreciation of the importance of reflective practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., reflective practical portfolio and examination |
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Demonstrate insight of innovative practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., website design |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Understand the contribution of PE and Sport to the development of physical literacy |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g. essay and examination |
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Appraise and apply pedagogical approaches in PE and Sport |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., practical session plan and examination |
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Understand PE and Sport curricula |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., practical session plan and examination |
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Competently plan, deliver and evaluate practical activity sessions in PE and Sport |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., subject application coursework and examination. |
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Display knowledge and understanding of nutrition for PE and sport |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., infographic and examination |
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Understand and apply principles of psychology in PE and Sport |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., essay and examination |
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Make effective use of knowledge and understanding of the disciplines underpinning human structure and function |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., lab report and examination |
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Display a critical appreciation of the integration of the variables involved in the delivery of participation and performance in PE and Sport |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught and practical sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., subject application and examination |
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Display an awareness of current government policy on disease prevention and the relevance of exercise in PE and Sport setting |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., presentation and examination |
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Display a range of skills required to effectively utilise PE and Sport to contribute towards population-based health |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., webinar and examination |
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Demonstrate a critical insight into the national and international policy, organisations and structures responsible for developing PE and Sport |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught sessions and site visits Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., website and examination |
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Demonstrate an understanding of the social, cultural, economic, environmental and political context of PE and Sport. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught sessions and site visits Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., essay and examination |
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Understand and apply the theories, concepts and approaches to organisations and management in PE and Sport |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught sessions Methods of Assessment Specific coursework e.g., essay |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
| Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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| S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
| An introduction to Body Systems | SHL1015 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Introduction to Organisations | SHL1041 | 1 | 10 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 80% | 20% | 0% |
| An Introduction to Nutrition | SHL1023 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Introduction to Contemporary Issues in Health | SHL1016 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| An Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology | SHL1072 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Practical Studies 1 - Foundation | SHL1051 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Sociology of Health and Sport | SHL1004 | 1 | 10 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Health & Safety (Erasmus & Part-time Students) | SHL2073 | 2 | 10 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Sports Nutrition | SHL2021 | 2 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Sports Development - Introduction | SHL2025 | 2 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Sport and Exercise Psychology applied | SHL2071 | 2 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Aspects of Practical Studies 2 | SHL2074 | 2 | 10 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% |
| Work Placement and Health & Safety | SHL2022 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Introduction to Research Methods | SHL2008 | 2 | 10 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Practical Studies 2 - Developed | SHL2012 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Exercise Science | SHL2043 | 2 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Community Health and Health Promotion | SHL2014 | 2 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Managing People and Markets | SHL2004 | 2 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| European Outreach | SHL2082 | 2 | 60 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Project Management | SHL3017 | 3 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Active Schools | SHL3087 | 3 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Practical Studies 3 - Applied | SHL3016 | 3 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Assessment of Physical Activity | SHL3005 | 3 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Psychology of Physical Activity | SHL3086 | 3 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Dissertation | SHL3021 | 3 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Sports Development - Advanced | SHL3007 | 3 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% |
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