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Studying Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

Studying Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. Faculty of Sport, Health & Social Care Oxstalls Campus. Courses available. FdSc Sports (Coaching) FdSc Sports (Fitness) FdSc Sports (Development) Sports Development Sports Education Sport and Exercise Sciences Sports Science Sports Coaching

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Studying Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

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  1. Studying Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

  2. Faculty of Sport, Health & Social CareOxstalls Campus

  3. Courses available • FdSc Sports (Coaching) • FdSc Sports (Fitness) • FdSc Sports (Development) • Sports Development • Sports Education • Sport and Exercise Sciences • Sports Science • Sports Coaching • Sports Therapy • Applied Sport & Exercise Studies

  4. Things to consider • What subject to study • Where do I want to study • How good is the University at sport • Can I travel there easily • Will I get the entry requirements (UCAS points) • What job will I get at the end of study

  5. What to look for in a University • Reputation • Quality in research (RAE) • Quality in teaching (QAA) • Facilities (the latest facilities and technology) • Accessibility (free inter-site bus service) • Location (Gloucester & Cheltenham)

  6. Why the University of Gloucestershire • Extensive new facilities • Excellent job prospects (2nd in the Times recent league table for employability) • Extensive extra-curricular opportunities • International opportunities – Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand, Europe

  7. What are we looking for? • Science background is not essential • Additional information on your personal statement • A desire for the subject area • A willingness to learn • Students ranging from AAA – DE @ A-level

  8. Get Motivated!

  9. FdSc Sports (Coaching) If you are motivated by the challenge of working with adults and children, and have a passion for helping others to enjoy and improve their sporting abilities, then Sports Coaching is for you. Career Opportunities There are opportunities to be employed as a Community Sports Coach and to work for local authority Sports Development Units or with National Governing Bodies.

  10. FdSc Sports (Fitness) This vocationally-orientated course develops the skills, knowledge and personal attributes needed for careers in the rapidly expanding sports, fitness and leisure industry. Career Opportunities There are opportunities for employment at higher supervisor/lower management levels within sports and leisure centres, health and fitness clubs, in sports development or as personal trainers. For example opportunities exist for roles as Fitness Manager, Studio Manager and Personnel Trainer.

  11. FdSc Sports (Development) Sports Development is seeking to develop knowledge and skills of the profession from a community sport and performance sports perspective. Career Opportunities This Foundation Degree will enable students to apply for posts as Local Authority or National Governing Body Sports Development Officers. Progression Opportunities Students successfully completing this Foundation Degree will be able to Top-Up to year three of the BSc (hons) Sports Development.

  12. Sports Development Building on our nationallyrenowned Master Degree Programme (the first in the UK) Students plan and organise sports development activities in the wider community as a part of their programme Sports Development Officer School Sport Coordinator Youth Leader Professional Coaches

  13. Sports Education Career in sports coaching PE teaching Potential to coach sport to both novices and elite players Examining different coaching styles and teaching strategies Career in teaching Senior full time coaches Other opportunities within the sport industry

  14. Sport and Exercise Sciences Flexibility and variety of the course Access to specialist equipment and facilities throughout your studies (e.g. Cardio-respiratory research) An insight into the disciplines including anatomy, biomechanics, philosophy, physiology, psychology and sociology Research Education Armed and public services

  15. Sports Sciences Chance to learn more about the different elements that combine to produce elite sportsmen and women. Study a wide range of sporting disciplines — from biomechanics to the sociology of sport — and explore exercise physiology and sport psychology. • Sport Psychologist • BASES accredited sport scientist • Opportunities in the fitness industry or applied sport science

  16. Sports Coaching • Sports coaching looks to develop innovative and knowledgeable coaches who are skilled to excel in a range of coaching environments. • We aim to produce coaches with a passion for their profession and the ability to develop and teach both novices and elite athletes. • We have close links with local sports clubs and partners that will provide you with excellent opportunities to be involved in high quality sport and sports coaching.

  17. Sports Therapy Students are encouraged to undertake periods of clinical practice, on and off campus. Students who have demonstrated their clinical competence will qualify for full membership of ‘The Society of Sports Therapists’ and be able to obtain professional indemnity insurance. The programme is taught by specialists in their respective disciplines, which reflects the varied clinical expertise available within the department.

  18. Applied Sport and Exercise Studies The BSc Applied Sport and Exercise studies is an ideal top up for anyone who has completed any Foundation Degree or HND in the broad area of Sport and/or Exercise. The unique structure of the course allows students to further develop their own specialist area.

  19. Single or Joint Popular Combinations: • Leisure Management AdventureManagement • English Studies Geography • Human Geography Marketing Management • Physical Geography Psychology • Event management PE teaching

  20. Typical profile in Exercise and Health Sciences • YEAR 1 • Anatomy Physiology • Sociology Biomechanics • Psychology Learning and Personal development • Data Handling Philosophy • Transferable skills • Context of Exercise and Health

  21. YEAR 2 • Health and lifestyle evaluation • Nutrition for Exercise and Health • Physiology of Exercise and Health • Role of Exercise in Healthcare • Research Methods • Measurement concepts • Injuries in Sport and Exercise • Role of the Fitness Industry

  22. YEAR 3 • Exercise and mental Health • Exercise Prescription • Medical Conditions • Special Populations • Exercise Biochemistry • The context of exercise and health • Dissertation

  23. Teaching Styles Includes • Lead lectures • Interactive group discussion • Seminars and Tutorials • 'Practical workshops' • On-line and web-based learning experiences – independent learning • Field trips/vocational placements visits

  24. Exit Routes • Certificate in Higher Education • Diploma in Higher Education • B.Sc.Ordinary Degree • B.Sc. (Hons) Degree

  25. Laboratories A wide range of modern, specialist equipment available for students to use e.g: Environmental Chamber that allows to monitor athletic performance in extremes of temperature, altitude and humidity

  26. Biomechanics Laboratory

  27. Exercise Physiology

  28. Sports Hall

  29. We hope to see you again in the future!

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