Course Code: TH1HE200 UCAS Code: N890 Sport (Community Sport and Physical Activities) - HNC* Duration1 Year Day/s of weekMonday Time09:30 - 17:30 Next course dates Start dateLocationDuration / Fees 11 Sep 2023 University Centre 1 Year / £7,000 Apply now Overview Is this course for me? What will I learn? How will I be assessed? Key information Where could this course take me? Course SummaryThe B&FC HNC Sport provide exciting opportunities for you to study to enable you to progress within and to careers in the sector. This programme provides you with a platform to begin or enhance your career and incorporate both technical training and practical elements that are highly desirable in a range of sports’ roles but also gives you a strong range of transferable skills, relevant to many employment opportunities. You will benefit from the expertise of the curriculum team who have excellent experience in the sector and are also actively involved in developing the workforce of the future. Class sizes are normally small and again this is very beneficial, affording the opportunity for a tailored personal learning situation and plenty of help and support. * Course subject to validation. For more information, visit our dedicated page. Entry RequirementsThe academic requirement for entering this programme is normally 64 UCAS points: A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Sport 64 UCAS Points = BTEC Extended Diploma: Grade MPP or BTEC Diploma: Grade MM A GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject. 64 points = 2 x A Levels at Grade C Mature students will be considered if you can demonstrate Other related Level 3 qualifications Related work experience in a relevant role Qualification ObtainedBTEC Higher National Certificate in Sport Industry Placement and Field TripsYou will be expected to be working in the community sports’ sector for the one day a week or equivalent, in order to meet the requirements of the Work Exposure unit and inform other assessments. Learning and Teaching MethodsThe range of learning methods will include Case studies to illustrate how a range of concepts, theories and perspectives can be applied in the explanation and evaluation of real life examples. Peer learning workshop sessions will be facilitated in order to foster collaborative active social learning, the co-creation of knowledge and the sharing of good practice, allowing you to explicate their ideas, arguments and perspectives. Lectures will be used to provide current developments in sports’ practices and processes, theory, and the wider social-political context in which these are located. Lectures will aim to promote an understanding of a range of perspectives that influence the nature of the industry. The embedding of guest speakers and educational visits will be an integral feature of the programme, as these serve to give you valuable insight and the development of relevant skills and behaviours. Expert Tutors Every course request should nominate a course tutor who is responsible for delivering the course and that the marketing team can use as a case study. What will I learn? Modules at level 4 Module TitleCodeCreditsOptional? Physical Activity Lifestyle and Health TH4MD366 15 No The Sport Landscape TH4MD367 15 No Project Management TH4MD368 15 No Activity Leadership TH4MD369 15 No Inclusive Sport TH4MD370 15 No Coaching Practice and Skill Development TH4MD371 15 No Risk and Safety Management in the Outdoors TH4MD372 15 No Work Exposure TH4MD373 15 No How will I be assessed? Assessment MethodLevel 4Level 5Level 6 Coursework 100% 0% 0% Exam 0% 0% 0% Practical 0% 0% 0% Other Costs and Equipment NeededYou will need clothing and footwear suitable for sports and outdoor activity. A full list will be provided prior to enrolment. Tuition Fees Please click here to find out more about tuition fees for this course. Regulation and Accreditation Accrediting Institution: N/A Awarding Body: Pearson Regulatory Body: Office for Students (OfS) Terms and Conditions Read our full terms and conditions for more information. Learning Methods Learning MethodLevel 4Level 5Level 6 Scheduled 240 0 0 Independent 1360 0 0 Placement 0 0 0 Total 1600 0 0 Further Studies The Level 4 Higher National Certificate provides a solid grounding in the discipline of Sport which you can build on, should they decide to continue their studies beyond the Certificate stage. Successful students will be able to progress to HND Sport, and from there onto a BA(Hons) top up through B&FC. Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities are strong, with a range of specialist roles available to them on completion of level 4, and management roles following level 5 or 6. Employment opportunities with a level 4 qualification include Sports development Sports coaching Health and fitness manager Sports facility management Outreach work