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Programme Specification
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HND Sport & Exercise Science
Programme Specification
Title of Programme: HND Sport & Exercise Science
This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
1. Awarding Body Edexcel
2. Teaching location Blossomfield Campus, Solihull College
3. Accreditation details N/A
4. Final award Higher National Diploma
5. Name of award Higher National Diploma in Sport & Exercise Sciences
6. Codes
a. UCAS code
b. Solihull Qualification Code
c. Edexcel Programme Code (& approval dates)
006C
SPQAA081BCF1
MN947
7. QAA Subject Benchmark or other external reference such as published by Edexcel if the course is a Higher National
Unit 25
8. Date this specification applies from
12.06.2013
Approved
Phil Trilloe
Head of School – Sport & Public Services
9. Educational Aims of the Programme
This programme aims to:
Equip individuals with knowledge, understanding and skills for success in employment in
the sport and exercise sciences and related industries
Enable progression to an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in
sport, sport and exercise sciences or related areas
Provide opportunities for specialist study relevant to individual vocations and contexts
Develop the individual’s ability to make an immediate contribution to employment in the
industry, through effective use and combination of the knowledge and skills gained in
different parts of the programme
Develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attributes essential for
successful performance in working life and thereby enabling learners to make an immediate
contribution to employment
Provide education and training for a range of careers in the sector
Provide the education and training of those who are employed, or aspire to be employed, in
a variety of types of work, such as in performance analysis, nutrition for sport and exercise,
sports coaching, education, research and development etc
Provide opportunities for learners to gain a nationally-recognised vocationally-specific
qualification to enter employment in the sector or progress to higher education
qualifications such as a fulltime degree in a related area
Present opportunities for learners to focus on the development of the higher level skills in
sport and exercise sciences and related areas
Provide opportunities for learners to develop a range of skills and techniques and attributes
essential for successful performance in working life.
Assist in the development of learners’ knowledge, understanding and skills in the field of
sport and exercise sciences and related areas
Present opportunities for learners to develop a range of skills, techniques and attributes
essential for successful performance in working life.
10. Intended Learning Outcomes
The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge
and understanding, skills, qualities and other attributes in the following areas:
Subject knowledge and critical understanding includes:
Develop knowledge and understanding of the four main body systems (cardiovascular,
respiratory, muscular and skeletal), including their structures and functions.
Develop knowledge and understanding of the long and short term responses of the
main body systems to exercise, along with other physiological aspects such as energy
systems, and the nervous and endocrine systems.
Develop an understanding of areas of sport and exercise psychology such as
motivation, arousal, anxiety and stress, and their relationships with sport and exercise,
such as sports performance and exercise adherence.
Develop knowledge, understanding and skills relating to fitness testing and training.
This includes knowledge and understanding of the principles of training, and methods of
fitness testing, and the ability to plan and carry out fitness tests and devise and
implement training programmes.
Develop knowledge, understanding and skills required to undertake research in
selected topics in sport and/or exercise sciences, in order to complete research
projects, including generic and sector specific methods.
Develop knowledge, understanding and skills relating to micro-nutrients and macro-
nutrients, the nutritional requirements of different activities, and nutritional strategies.
Develop knowledge, understanding and skills relating to laboratory and experimental
methods in sport and exercise sciences, including health, safety and ethical
considerations.
Develop knowledge, understanding and skills required to coach and lead sports
performance including aspects such as how skill is acquired, the analysis of
performance and biomechanics.
Develop knowledge and understanding relating to the teaching of subjects such as
physical education and sport and exercise sciences, including aspects such the national
curriculum and the role and influence of different agencies
Develop knowledge and understanding of the relationship between physical activity,
lifestyle and wellbeing, and how wellbeing can be affected by stress, smoking and
alcohol consumption
Higher level skills includes
Cognitive skills of critical thinking, analysis and synthesis
Effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate quantitative and
qualitative skills including identifying, formulating and solving problems
Effective communication skills, both oral and written, using a range of media widely
used in the sector, e.g. the preparation and presentation of reports
Numeric and quantitative skills including data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation
Effective use of communication and information technology for sport, leisure and
recreation applications.
Effective self-management in terms of time, planning and behaviour motivation, self-
starting, individual initiative and enterprise.
Developing an appropriate learning style.
Self-awareness, openness and sensitivity to diversity in terms of people, cultures and
sport and exercise science issues
Effective performance within a team environment including leadership, team building,
influencing and project management skills
Interpersonal skills, e.g. effective listening, negotiating, persuading and presentation
Ability to conduct research into sport and exercise science.
Higher Level transferable skills development includes:
The ability to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team
The ability to be flexible and respond to the change within the sport and exercise
Industry
Designing, planning, conducting and reporting on customers’ needs in the area of
health and fitness and exercise prescription
Undertaking coaching and other sports activities in a responsible, safe and ethical
manner
Recognising the moral and ethical issues associated with different participants and
clients and appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of
conduct
Develop an appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of the sport and exercise industry
and the capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, marshal arguments
in a mature way and engage in debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-
specialists
The ability to communicate effectively and appropriately
The ability to use ICT and Management Information Systems in a sport and exercise
Environment
Read and use appropriate literature with a full and critical understanding
Solve problems applying subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and
unfamiliar problems within a sport and exercise science context
Think scientifically, statistically and logically in relevant contexts
Think independently and take responsibility for their own learning whilst recognising
their learning style
Teaching and Learning Methods
Learners will have 420 global teaching hours on the programme, this will include
tutorial activities.
Throughout, the learner is encouraged to undertake independent reading both to
supplement and consolidate what is being taught/learnt and to broaden their individual
knowledge and understanding of the subject
Programme units are delivered using a combination of formal classroom sessions,
group work, student informal and formal presentations, role play and case study work.
Individual and group tutorials bring together research skills, study and time
management skills, analytical thinking and the production of professional business
reports.
One-to-one tutorials assist the students in setting and reviewing targets.
Practical skills are taught in the appropriate areas such as the Gym, Sports hall and
human performance Lab.
Assessment methods
Summative assessment methods include:
Assessment methods vary for different modules but over the two years of the course
will include formal reports, essays, log books, formal presentations, literature review,
practical demonstrations etc…
Each module will include a variety of methods from the list above. Assessments in the
form of assignments and in-class assessments are posted on the Moodle site and
students’ work collected via electronic submission and checked by plagiarism
detection software prior to marking.
Assessment is enhanced by encouraging the students to use technology e.g. digital
cameras, flip videos, analysis software to augment their presentational work.
Usually, the tasks in each assessment cover a number of learning outcomes to
enhance the links students make and to reduce the amount of assessment.
As far as possible all assignment work is connected to a vocational relevant scenario.
Students receive individual written/oral feedback within 3 weeks of submission date.
Formative assessment for learning and feedback includes:
Interactive lectures and question & answer sessions can be used to examine student
understanding and identify any additional guidance required.
Group activities involve students actively contributing to, leading and participating in
discussions and debates on a wide range of subject areas, undertaking games or group
activities allowing immediate assessment and feedback.
Subject related tutorials are led by the course tutor and aim to address a particular
module or assignment. These tutorials can be linked to workshop sessions where
necessary.
Workshops are for students to develop skills in self-directed study with the support of
tutors. These sessions will be supported by staff but not staff led. There will also be self-
directed time for students to further develop these skills and spend time reading around
topics using a variety of recommended sources.
Extension activities/quizzes/Discussion forums on Moodle.
Practical coaching and gym based sessions will give the students opportunity to
develop practical coaching and gym instructor skills, developing team-working,
interpersonal, people management and problem solving skills.
Presentations are used to support research skills, organisation, time-management skill
and are also a confidence-building tool.
The need for IT support in general will be identified and where necessary, IT workshops
will be organised.
Diagnostic testing identifying Maths and English support where necessary.
Assessment methods will vary for different modules. Each module will include a variety of
methods from the list above.
Tutorial support on a 1:1 and group basis will be provided.
11. Programme Structure
Year 1 Level Credits Year 2 Level Credits
Anatomy & Physiology for Sport & exercise
5 15 Biomechanics for Sport 5 15
Sport & Exercise Psychology
4 15 Research project 5 20
Research Methods for Sport & Exercise Science
4 15 Employability Skills 5 15
Training & Fitness for Sport & Exercise
4 15 Sports Coaching 4 15
Field Based Testing for Sport & Exercise
5 15 Analysis for Sports Performance
5 15
Laboratory & Experimental Methods in Sport & Exercise
4 10 Functional Exercise Physiology
5 15
Nutrition for Sport 4 15 Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology
5 15
Work-Based Experience 5 15
Physical Education or Lifestyle & Wellbeing
4 15
Total 130 Total 110
Course Total 240
(Grey shading = core units)
Edexcel BTEC Level 4 HNC in Sport and Exercise Sciences
1. Qualification credit value: a minimum of 120 credits. (A maximum of 30 credits may be
at level 3; a maximum of 55 credits may be at level 5.)
2. Minimum credit to be achieved at the level of the qualification (level 4): 65 credits.
3. Mandatory core unit credit: 60 credits.
4. Specialist unit credit: 60 credits.
5. A maximum of 30 credits can be centre devised or imported from other QCF Edexcel
BTEC Higher National qualifications to meet local needs. Level rules and mandatory
core units must not be changed.
Edexcel BTEC Level 5 HND in Sport and Exercise Sciences
1. Qualification credit value: a minimum of 240 credits. (A maximum of 30 credits may be
at level 3; a minimum of 65 credits must be at level 4; and a maximum of 30 credits may
be at level 6.)
2. Minimum credit to be achieved at the level of the qualification (level 5): 125 credits.
3. Mandatory core unit credit: 95 credits.
4. Specialist unit credit: 145 credits.
5. A maximum of 60 credits can be centre devised or imported from other QCF Edexcel
BTEC Higher National qualifications to meet local needs. Level rules and mandatory
core units must not be changed.
Modules:
Year 1
Anatomy & Physiology for Sport & Exercise (Core)
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand the structure, function and control of the cardiovascular and respiratory
systems
Understand the musculo-skeletal system in relation to its functions of support and
movement
Understand the intracellular processes that lead to the phosphorylation of adenine
nucleotides
Understand the characteristics of the nervous and endocrine systems with respect to the
operation of homeostatic control.
Sport & Exercise Psychology (Core)
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand motivation and its effect on successful sport and exercise performance
Understand the effects of arousal, anxiety and stress on sport and exercise performance
Understand the processes leading to the effective functioning of groups
Understand the psychological factors that impact on participants in exercise environments.
Research Methods for Sport & Exercise Science (Core)
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Be able to search for and summarise research articles in sport and exercise sciences
Understand key issues in research methods in sport and exercise sciences
Understand quantitative research within sport and exercise sciences
Understand qualitative research within sport and exercise sciences.
Training & Fitness for Sport & Exercise (Core)
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand the principles of training for sport and exercise
Understand the use of ergogenic aids in sport and exercise
Be able to assess levels of fitness of different sport and exercise participants
Be able to complete safe and effective training programmes for sport and exercise
participants.
Laboratory & Experimental Methods in Sport & Exercise
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand health, safety and ethical issues associated with laboratory and experimental
methods in sport and exercise sciences
Be able to estimate percent body fat using anthropometric methods
Be able to measure and interpret the anthropometric somatotype
Be able to use experimental methods to predict maximum oxygen uptake.
Nutrition for Sport
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand macronutrients and the macronutrient requirements of different sport and
exercise participants
Understand the micronutrient requirements of different sport and exercise participants and
related issues
Be able to advise sport and exercise participants on nutritional strategies to improve
performance.
Work-Based Experience
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Be able to negotiate industry experience
Understand the specific requirements of the placement
Be able to undertake work experience as identified
Be able to monitor and evaluate own performance and learning.
Physical Education (Optional)
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand physical education and its administration in the UK
Understand the role of physical education in society
Understand the National Curriculum for Physical Education
Understand the role of the physical education tutor.
Physical Activity Lifestyle & Wellbeing (Optional)
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand the role of physical activity in maintaining health and wellbeing
Understand dietary guidelines and the maintenance of desirable body weight
Understand the relationship between health and wellbeing and stress, smoking and
alcohol consumption
Be able to plan lifestyle improvement programmes for selected individuals.
Year 2
Biomechanics for Sport (Core)
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand biomechanical principles in sporting contexts
Be able to record sport performances using biomechanical techniques
Be able to conduct notational analyses of performance
Be able to compare sport performances to biomechanical models.
Research project (Core)
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand how to formulate a research specification
Be able to implement the research project within agreed procedures and to specification
Be able to evaluate the research outcomes
Be able to present the research outcomes.
Employability Skills
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Be able to determine own responsibilities and performance
Be able to develop interpersonal and transferable skills
Understand the dynamics of working with others
Be able to develop strategies for problem solving.
Sports Coaching
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand sports coaching and its relationship with sport and exercise sciences
Be able to plan coaching for selected sports
Be able to deliver coaching for selected sports
Be able to evaluate own sports coaching performance.
Analysis for Sports Performance
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand the requirements of selected sports
Understand how psychological and physiological factors affect sports performance
Be able to analyse the sports performance of individuals
Be able to provide feedback to individuals to help improve their sports performance.
Functional Exercise Physiology
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Understand the requirements of selected sports
Understand how psychological and physiological factors affect sports performance
Be able to analyse the sports performance of individuals
Be able to provide feedback to individuals to help improve their sports performance.
Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology
On completion of the Unit the learner will be able to:
Be able to plan psychological skills training programmes
Be able to implement techniques to influence motivation
Be able to carry out techniques to control arousal and anxiety
Be able to employ techniques to produce attentional focus.
Calculation of the qualification grade
Pass qualification grade
Learners who achieve the minimum eligible credit value specified by the rule of combination
will achieve the qualification at pass grade (see section Rules of combination for the Edexcel
BTEC Levels 4 and 5 Higher National qualifications).
Qualification grades above pass grade
Learners will be awarded a merit or distinction qualification grade by the aggregation of points
gained through the successful achievement of individual units. The graded section of both
qualifications is based on the learner’s best performance in units at the level or above of
the qualification to the value of 75 credits.
The number of points available is dependent on the unit grade achieved and the credit size of
the unit (as shown in the ‘Points available per credit at specified unit grades’ table overleaf).
Points available per credit at specified unit grades
Points per Credit
Pass Merit Distinction
0 1 2
Qualification grades
Edexcel BTEC Level 4 HNC
Points Range Grade
0-74 Pass P
75-149 Merit M
150+ Distinction D
Edexcel BTEC Level 5 HND
Points Range Grade
0-74 Pass P
75-149 Merit M
150+ Distinction D
12. Support for Students and Their Learning
Student progression on course is supported both by subject tutors and central College services
and includes:
An induction programme introducing new students to the subject of study, higher level
skills that need to be developed, and the college facilities (including the library, IT
facilities, staff and other students).
College and course handbooks available in print and electronic format on Moodle.
Personal and academic support is integrated in teaching provided by supportive and
accessible tutors and identified 1:1 support sessions are also available.
A modern well-equipped library and up-to-date ICT equipment.
Study skills sessions integrated in programme.
Personal development planning sessions integrated into programme via specific
Personal Development Plan sessions and a Personal Skills Development module.
Up-to-date Computer laboratories with specialist facilities for computer networking and
multimedia computing.
Access to counsellors and support for students with additional needs.
Written assignment / assessment feedback (normally provided with 2 weeks of
assessment submission).
Regular 1:1 and group tutorial support
Access to regularly updated course section and college wide sections on the college’s
intranet Moodle
Dedicated HE area for taught sessions
Human Performance Lab with up to date equipment.
Sports hall, Gym, Dance Studio and 3G Astroturf is available for practical sessions.
Range of specialist sports analysis software.
13. Criteria for Admission
Normally, the course enrols students who have reached the minimum age of 18.
Students should have at least:
4 GCSEs grade C or above to include English and Maths and at least one of:
A BTEC Extended National Diploma or Diploma in sport or a related vocational area
A Level 3 NVQ in an appropriate vocational area
‘A Level’ in more than one relevant subject.
Other related Level 3 qualifications
An Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved further education
Institution
Mature learners may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include
extensive work experience (paid and/or unpaid) and/or achievement of a range of
professional qualifications in their work sector. This will be reviewed at interview.
Applications are subject to a successful College interview.
Students with existing level 4/5 qualifications may be eligible for some accreditation for prior
learning which can be discussed on an individual basis.
14. Progression
Progression
After successful completion of the HNC in year 1, learners are invited back to completed the
full HND in year 2.
After successful completion of the HND in Sport & Exercise Science the students have the
option of completing a top up degree in a relevant subject or joining an Honours Degree
Programme at year 2 or 3. Solihull College offer a degree in BSc (Hons) Applied Sport &
Exercise Sciences (Top Up), validated by Oxford Brookes. Students can apply for this course
but will have to satisfy any entry requirements that the course may have. These can be
academic requirements and also non-academic requirements such as completing an interview
or having a placement secured.
Alternatively, students can go on to pursue employment in a wide array of workplaces.
15. Evaluating the Quality of Teaching and Learning
Methods for evaluating and improving the standard of teaching and learning:
Student feedback questionnaires(First Impressions and Spring Survey)
Students Course review and module review at the end of each module
Student input to the Programme Quality Board held twice a year.
Student representations made through the HE Student Council.
Action areas fed by the above to the course based Annual Monitoring report.
Findings of the teaching observation scheme and recommendations for improvement
that are made
Sampling of assessed work by External Examiner
Annual Monitoring Report and Quality Improvement Plan
Internal Verification process within teaching team
Fortnightly team meetings.
16. Regulation of Assessment
An Annual Monitoring Report (AMR) is completed every year, the last section of which is a
Quality Improvement Plan (QIP), written by the course leader with help and input from the
teaching and tutoring team. This is passed to the Head of School of School for Sport &
Public Services for audit and from there to the HE Quality and Standards Board.
Assessment and assessment briefs are regulated by the internal verification system for the
programme.
External examination of assessment and of the provision and standards of teaching are
regulated by Edexcel BTEC. The programme is periodically revalidated by Edexcel BTEC.
Edexcel BTEC appoints the External Examiner who visits annually and submits a report.
The External Examiner works with the programme manager to consider and review the
quality of the assessment planning, the validity of assessment decisions and the
consistency of the assessment process.
The programme is also subject to periodic review by QAA (IQER).
17. Enhancement
Actions identified in the evaluation process are developed into the enhancement plan for the
improvement of teaching and learning across the whole programme. A Quality Improvement
Plan (QIP) is produced which feeds into the Faculty Higher Education (HE) SAR, which is then
reported at the HE Quality and Standards Board.
Good practice in Teaching and Learning is developed through regular staff development and
staff meetings at programme and school level. Lecturers take part in Internal Verification of
fellow lecturer’s assignments and assignment briefs.
Development and enhancement of individual lecturers knowledge of up to date business
practices and of modern teaching practices is ensured through the annual appraisal scheme.
Lecturers are encouraged to identify their own needs and to make their own arrangements with
suitable companies to update their skills and knowledge. Lecturers can undertake further
qualifications, attend external conferences and briefing sessions, and undertake online training
as appropriate.
Enhancement of the student learning experience takes place via the arrangements of visits
both academic and social, the introduction of speakers from outside the College, usually from a
related background. Use is also made of the skills and knowledge of the specialist
administrators within the College. All this increases the experience of the student and also
adds to their knowledge and understanding on a more practical level.
18. Programme Resources
Dedicated Higher Education teaching area.
Dedicated Higher Education computing area.
Vocationally relevant equipment
Student resource facility for the loan of specialist equipment (e.g. lap top computers,
digital cameras, video cameras etc)
Human Performance Lab
Gym, Dance Studio, Sports hall
3G Astroturf
Well stocked library with frequent review and update of books.
E-library resources.
College laboratory facilities equipped for practical experiments.
A wide range of external links with industry for student trips or external specialist
speakers.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information can be found in the programme handbook.
Document History
1. 01/09/10 2. Amendments made 14/02/11 3. Further amendments made 02/07/12 4. Further amendments made 12/06/13 5. Further amendments made 22/10/13 6. Further amendments made 01/10/14 7. Further amendments made 04/02/15 8. Further amendments made 21/08/15 9.
Programme Leader Nadine Okyere
Web address http://www.solihull.ac.uk/courses/sport-exercise-sciences-hnd-diploma-2/
Date checked against public information
01.10.14
Specification Author Nadine Okyere
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