Head of Division- Sport, Exercise & Nutrition

Sport and Exercise Science - UH-000709

The University of Huddersfield seeks and encourages applicants in order to widen participation, improve access, and apply the principles of equal opportunities.  We provide support for applicants who require additional assistance in order to select the right course of study and make a successful transition to studying at University. We encourage local, national and international applications.
The University provides opportunities for the accreditation of prior learning (APL). Further information can be found <a href="http://www-old.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/">here</a>.
The University’s general minimum entry requirements are specified in the ‘Regulations for Awards which can be found on the Registry website <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/awards/">here</a>.
Every person who applies for this course and meets the minimum entry requirement – regardless of any disability – will be given the same opportunity in the selection process. General advice and information regarding disability and the support the University can give can be found by contacting Student Services as follows (disability@hud.ac.uk).
Further information is available on their website <a href="http://students.hud.ac.uk/wellbeing-disability-services/disabilityservices">here</a>.
The anticipated specific entry requirements and admissions criteria for this course are as follows: 
BBB at A Level (preferred subjects include PE, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Psychology).
120 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade B or above at A Level (in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE, or Psychology). Alternatively, a Distinction in BTEC Subsidiary Diploma or National Extended Certificate (in one of the following subjects: Applied Science, Sport, Sport and Exercise Science) is also accepted.
DDM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (preferred subjects include Sport or Applied Sciences).
Pass Access to Higher Education Diploma with 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or above, to include 15 credits in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Psychology.
120 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications which should include PE, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Psychology at Higher Level grade 6.
Where an applicant’s first language is not English, they need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum of IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent is considered acceptable.
Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information, please see the University's minimum entry requirements.
For the ‘Sport and Exercise Science’ and ‘Sport, Exercise &amp; Nutrition’ Routes. students will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check during the first year of the course. Whilst a clear DBS return is not a pre-requisite for entry to the course, it must be noted that placement opportunities may be limited by previous convictions. In this instance an alternative placement will be negotiated. It should also be noted that a number of career opportunities that successful completion of the course may otherwise provide, may not be possible where students have prior convictions. Academic and DBS requirements for entry will be uncoupled, meaning that offers can be made based on academic grades. However, the requirement to complete a DBS check will be included as a clearance check with any offer of entry.

UH-000709 - Sport and Exercise Science

Honours Core

Honours Optional

Honours Compulsory

Honours Level

Foundation Compulsory

Foundation Optional

Foundation Core

Foundation Level

Intermediate Compulsory

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Level

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Structure

Diploma of Higher Education

Certificate of Higher Education

Bachelor of Science

Plan, design and execute practical activities using appropriate techniques and procedures with due regard for safety and risk assessment.

Employ IT skills: e.g. Internet, databases, spreadsheets and word processing, nutrient analysis and data analysis software.

Selectively apply problem solving skills through transferring knowledge and techniques to sport, exercise, nutrition or health contexts.

Show knowledge and a critical understanding of principles, theories and concepts from physiological, psychological and biomechanical disciplines to a range of contexts relevant to sport, exercise and health.

Use ideas and techniques from the area to devise, sustain, and communicate arguments in a clear and articulate manner.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the contribution of science to health and performance in sport and exercise science.

Plan, negotiate, organise and carry out a substantial piece of intellectual work related to sport, exercise, nutrition or health.

Demonstrate research and problem-solving abilities by critically understanding methods of acquiring, interpreting, analysing and applying information to issues relating to sport, exercise and health.

Take responsibility for own learning and continuing professional development through working independently, reflecting on and reviewing own studies.

Apply knowledge and understanding of biomechanics, physiology and psychology to the demands of sport, exercise and health.

The School is committed to comprehensive student engagement and works actively with the University of Huddersfield Student Union to support this through the student representative system. Further information can be viewed <a href="http://www.huddersfield.su/courserepwebsite">here</a>.
Within the School, students are represented at committee level from Student Panels to the School Board. The School also has a Student Council. Individual feedback on the quality and standards of teaching and learning is received through module and course evaluations.
An effective external examination system is managed by Registry and all reports are viewed at University, School and course levels.  External examiner and student feedback, as well as all statistical data about the course, is reported through the course committee structure and scrutinised through the University wide annual evaluation process.
The quality and contemporary nature of teaching and learning is greatly enhanced by the close collaborations between the Division, individual staff and external bodies. For example, representatives of a number of local, regional and national bodies are regularly employed to provide guest lectures for students. Equally students are enabled to visit and work at outside organisations, either as part of module delivery, or through placements and part-time paid work experiences. In addition, individual staff are actively involved in a range of sport, exercise or nutrition work and research initiatives (in the planning, monitoring and evaluating stages). Indeed, some staff are members of committees where strategic decisions are made for physical activity in the local region. All staff are research active, either post-doctoral or are undertaking doctoral level study. Team expertise covers a wide range of areas including sport and exercise physiology, sports psychology, health and wellbeing, physiotherapy, and nutrition. As such, we are able to ensure a wide-range of research informed teaching and practice within our curriculum. Finally, there are also staff who act as external examiners, lead and external verifiers for a range of educational bodies.

UH-000709

This programme specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the course and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.  More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the study module guide and course handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.
The outcome of the most recent institutional audit can be found <a href="http://www.qaa.ac.uk/InstitutionReports/Reports/Pages/inst-audit-Huddersfield-10.aspx">here</a>.

At course level support is provided by:
Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) system
 The University has implemented a PAT system for undergraduate students. This system aims to both improve the student experience of learning and teaching and increase student retention and achievement rates. Specifically, personal tutors:
<ul>
<li>Provide a personal contact for the student within the University and the School</li>
<li>Act as a liaison between the student and course leaders to seek any improvements required</li>
<li>Offer guidance, assistance and support in managing the students’ academic experience</li>
<li>Recognise when the problems presented are beyond the personal tutors’ competence and seek guidance and support for the student through the University and/or School referral processes</li>
<li>Work with students to review and reflect upon their progress and if necessary on ways to improve it</li>
</ul>
Module Leader
 The module leader is responsible for teaching, learning and assessment of the modules within this course.
Course Leader
The course leader is responsible for the entire quality assurance arrangements for the course.
Year Leader 
The year leader is responsible for management of a particular year of a course.
Placement officer
A designated placement officer within the School is used to facilitate work placements. The Module Leader for the work placement module liaises with the placement officer.