Access to Sports Studies Level 3

The course is designed to prepare students for a level of academic study that will enable them to enter university. Ideal for students who may have been out of education for some time. There are a range of study skills. It is an applied academic course and students can complete English, Maths or Science GCSE whilst on the course. Five Reasons to Study this Course at Chichester 1. A diverse range of learners 2. Excellent opportunity to progress to University 3. Positive, enthusiastic teaching team 4. Variety of of teaching and learning strategies 5. Open to all What will I Study? You will study 11 units: Introduction to Sports Psychology, Psychology of exercise & health, Introduction to contemporary issues, Exercise Physiology, Using Academic literature, Psychology of human movement, Introduction to socio-cultural aspects of sport, Introduction to functional anatomy, Concepts and components of Health & Fitness, Sports Injuries as well as an Independent Project. How will I be Taught? The course includes a variety of teaching and learning strategies. These are designed to stimulate learning and develop study skills to university level. These include Group work,Discussions, Presentation work, Internet / Library /Field research, Book reviews and DVDs. How will I be Assessed? A range of assessment methods is used and full tutorial support is provided to develop the new and returning learner's confidence in studying. During the last part of the programme students conduct a research project on an area of their choice which has been agreed with the tutors.