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Entry Year 2024.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications for full-time undergraduate courses and the full-time Foundation Degree Early Childhood Studies and Foundation Degree Physical Education and Sport are made through the Universities and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS).

Institution code name: SUCB
Institution code: S79

WHEN TO APPLY
Applications made through UCAS for 2024 entry open in September 2023. The closing date for receipt of applications made through UCAS is 31 January 2024 (18:00) - check the UCAS website for exact date. The closing date for receipt of application forms for 2024 entry to the BA Early Childhood Studies (part-time) is 01 March and for the PGCE Early Years is 01 February 2024.

ADMISSIONS PROCESS - BEd AND BA (FULL-TIME) PROGRAMMES
The College receives applications directly from UCAS. Applications are considered on the basis of the information provided. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that complete detail is provided. All applications must contain a reference, otherwise they will not be considered. All fully completed applications submitted by the normal closing date, late January (check UCAS website for date) are given equal consideration. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

STEP 1 – REVIEW OF ACADEMIC PROFILE
Applicants must have a minimum C grade in GCSE English and Mathematics (see page 32 for full GCSE requirements). If an applicant is attempting to achieve the GCSE subject requirements in the year of application, this must be demonstrated in the UCAS application. Please note that Level 2 Essential Skills Numeracy and Application of Number is not acceptable in lieu of GCSE Mathematics. Level 2 Essential Skills Communication is acceptable in lieu of GCSE English. An unsuccessful decision will be processed against an application that does not meet the GCSE requirements. Applicants that have already completed A-levels (or equivalent level 3 qualifications) but do not precisely meet or fall slightly below the entry requirements, may still be shortlisted for interview, but will not initially receive an offer. Such applicants may be reconsidered in August, assuming the required interview score has been achieved and depending upon availability of places.

STEP 2 – REVIEW OF UCAS PERSONAL STATEMENT
Applicants who meet the initial academic criteria will have their personal statement reviewed by a member of staff in Academic Registry. A personal desire and motivation for teaching (BEd) or working with young children (BA) must be evident in your personal statement. You will be required to demonstrate this by providing examples of working with children in a structured environment, preferably in a nursery, primary or post-primary school classroom setting. An unsuccessful decision will be processed for any applicant that does not demonstrate this evidence in their personal statement.

STEP 3 – INTERVIEW AND PRESENTATION
Applicants that pass the first two steps of the process will be invited to take part in an interview and presentation. Applicants will be notified of their interview date, and the presentation topic, at least one week beforehand. Interviews are held in February and March. The interview is conducted by a panel of two, normally comprising a member of academic staff from Stranmillis University College and a current/retired education professional. The presentation is followed by a short interview during which the interviewers will ask you a number of set questions. The interview, including the presentation, lasts approximately 20 minutes. Both the interview and the presentation are scored out of 20 giving a total possible score of 40.

STEP 4 – OFFERS
Offers are made on the basis of ranked interview and presentation score and verification of qualifications. The College aims to have offers processed on UCAS before the end of March, however, the final UCAS deadline for ‘on time’ applications is May (check UCAS website for exact dates).

Overview
The BSc (Hons) Physical Education and Sport degree is an innovative, multidisciplinary course which seeks to enhance the skills and expertise of those wishing to further their careers within the areas of health promotion, education or a range of opportunities in the field of sport. The key areas studied include health promotion, psychology of physical activity, exercise physiology, nutrition, sports development and practical physical education.

How will I study?
In addition to lectures, tutorials, workshops and individual/group projects, you will undertake work placement. Students are encouraged to participate in the ERASMUS+ or international exchange programmes, with the opportunity to study at universities in Europe and further afield. The course culminates in a research-based dissertation which allows students to explore, in depth, a topic of their choice in the areas of health, physical activity and sport.

Who will be teaching me?
In College and on your professional placements, you will be taught, assessed and supported by an exceptional team of internationally recognised, research informed and experienced practitioners. The staff are supported by a Course Consultative Committee which includes representatives from a range of health and sport sectors. As a small, specialist institution, our tutors get to know you – your strengths, your weaknesses, your abilities and your talents – and will support you to become a learning leader.

Teaching & learning
The Stranmillis motto is Docendo Discimus: ‘Through teaching we learn’. Our aim is deliver the highest quality teaching and learning environment to enable you to achieve your full academic potential and develop outstanding workplace competencel. Innovative thinking, pushing boundaries and creating new and better solutions to professional practice and global issues such as academic underachievement and special educational needs is in our DNA. Our students, like our staff, are inspired to be shapers of education rather than followers.

A Blended Approach
Our teaching staff have a passion: a desire to inspire you to learn, to question and to innovate. We know that doesn’t happen in the lecture theatre alone. Your teaching and learning experience is enriched through a blended learning approach of lectures, workshops, tutorials, group and individual projects and self-directed study.

Personal Tutor
Every student is assigned a personal tutor, who will take the time to get to know you and your learning needs, giving you personalised academic support throughout your degree.

Work-based Placements
Work-based placements are an integral and core part of the degree, allowing you to see your learning being put into practice in a supervised and supportive environment.

Study Abroad
In year 2, you will have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our 30+ partner institutions through our Erasmus+ programme – a learning experience that our students find hugely enriching academically as well as personally: experiencing and sharing cultures; improving language skills; and acquiring new perspectives on education and learning.

The modules below illustrate the current curriculum available on the Health, Physical Activities and Sport degree course. However, modules are subject to change.

YEAR 1
Introduction to Organisations
An Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology
Practical Studies 1
Sociology of Health and Sport
Introduction to Body Systems
Introduction to Contemporary Issues in Health
Introduction to Nutrition

YEAR 2
Work Placement and Health & Safety
Introduction to Research Methods

Plus THREE of the following modules:
Practical Studies 2
Exercise Science
Sport and Exercise Psychology Applied
Managing People & Markets

And TWO of the following modules:
Sport in the Community
Sports Nutrition
Community Health & Health Promotion

Students undertaking Erasmus+ will take the following: European Outreach, Introduction to Research Methods, Health and Safety PLUS two of the following module options; Exercise Science; Sport and Exercise Psychology applied; and Managing People & Markets

YEAR 3
Dissertation

Plus TWO of the following modules:
Practical Studies 3
Project Management
Assessment of Physical Activity

And Two of the following modules:
Health Promotion and Professional Practice
Psychology of Physical Activity
Sports Development

A variety of assessment methods are used, including critically reflective essays; individual and group projects and presentations; written examinations; assessment on placement; and a final dissertation.

Stranmillis University College
Stranmillis Road, Belfast, Co. Antrim
Northern Ireland, BT9 5DY.
T: 028 9038 1271
E: info@stran.ac.uk