Sport, Coaching & Fitness
| Award Name | Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Ulster University |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 | Ulster University |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the University’s general entry requirements as set out in the prospectus. AND 48 UCAS Points, plus OLC (Grade 04 or above) in English and Maths. NOTE: GCSE Maths Grade C or above is required for progression to top-up degrees at Ulster University. Attendance at an information session is required. Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) may apply for entry (visit www.nwrc.ac.uk/apply for details). The initial offer standard may vary from year to year.
Additional Requirements Prior to Entry:
Access NI Check
Attendance at Information Session
Careers / Further progression
Further Study
On completion, you may apply for advanced entry to Year 2 of the BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science or Sports Studies or Year 3 of Sports Coaching at Ulster University, providing pre-set standards have been achieved. You can also progress to Year 3 of the BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise at ATU Donegal or one year top-up degrees in UK universities. Assessments include practicals, written assignments and class tests. Additional coaching and sport-related qualifications will be offered which will incur a small fee.
Career Prospects
On completion, you may apply for advanced entry to Year 2 of the BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science, the BSc (Hons) Sports Studies, the BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Physical Activity or Year 3 of BSc Sports Coaching at Ulster University, providing pre-set standards have been achieved. Alternatively, you may progress to a related degree course or onto a one-year top-up degree in other UK Universities. Also, there is an opportunity to progress to Year 3 of the BSc (Hons) Degree in Sport and Exercise at ATU Donegal.
Further information
Start Date: 09/09/2024.
Strand Road Campus
£2,500 per annum (subject to change). Additional Fees: Books - £50 approx.
Applications are now open for Higher Education Courses 2024-25. To apply online please see "Application Weblink".
Course Overview
This programme is validated by Ulster University and offers an excellent pathway to a degree programme based on a ‘two plus two’ model; thus, potentially achieving a degree within a 4-year period. It attracts students from various academic and sporting backgrounds including national and international athletes. On completion, you may apply for advanced entry to Year 2 of the BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science or BSc Hons Sport, Physical Activity and Health or BSc (Hons) Sports Studies or Year 3 of BSc Sports Coaching at Ulster University, providing the pre-set standards have been achieved. You can also progress to Year 3 of the BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise at LYIT or one-year top-up degrees in UK universities. Assessments include practicals, written assignments and exams. Additional coaching and sport-related qualifications will be offered which may or may not incur a small fee.
Course Modules:
Anatomy & Physiology
Sport Psychology
Fundamental Skills in Laboratory Testing
Work Based Learning
Principles of Teaching and Coaching
The Professional Fitness Environment
Sports Analysis
Sports Nutrition
Research Methods
Strength & Conditioning
Students will undertake a minimum of 240 hours of work placement as part of the Work-Based Learning module. This can take place in a variety of sport settings.
Give us a call
Our campus can be contacted by phone:
Strand Road: 028 7127 6000