Access to Higher Education Diploma - Sports Science

Sports, Leisure & Fitness

What does the course include?

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The Access to HE (Sport Science) Diploma is a one-year intensive course designed to give mature students (19+) the knowledge required to progress onto any Sports related degree in Higher Education.

It consists of a core of Sport Science subjects including:

• Anatomy & Physiology
• Diet & Nutrition
• Sport Psychology
• Teaching & Coaching

There will also be additional units available to enhance your study skills, as well as Mathematics and English GCSE equivalent modules.

What do I need to get on this course?

You will be selected on the basis of their qualifications, relevant industrial qualifications and performance at interview.

You should be:

• 19 years or above
• Have a reference from employer or school
• Have GCSE grade C in English and Mathematics

OR

• Demonstrate an ability for written English at level 2 and be able to handle mathematical problems at level 2

Further consideration will be given to relevant industrial qualifications and anyone with a keen interest in sport or coaching sport.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed throughout the year in all units that you study. This will be completed using a variety of methods including: written essays; exams; phase tests; oral presentations; practical coaching sessions; and in-class assessment tasks.

Where does it lead?

On successful completion of the course you will progress to Higher Education. Previous students have gone on to study a variety of degree subjects including: Physical Education; Sports Science; Sports Management; Nutrition; Sport Psychology; and Physiotherapy.