SPORT AND EXERCISE BSc (Hons) Degree (Top-Up)

Level 6
Higher Education
Newry Campus
The Open University

Overview

The BSc (Hons) Degree Top-Up delivered by SRC and validated by The Open University, examines both the theoretical and practical application of sport and exercise through a wide range of modules aiming to develop your academic and professional potential. This course will develop your knowledge and critical understanding of the areas associated with sport from levels 4 and 5 and will provide you with a balance between the development of vocational skills necessary for employment and the knowledge necessary for academic progression and lifelong learning.

Typically, weekly contact hours are scheduled for a minimum of 12 hours per week per semester, with an additional independent study of approx. 60-160 hours per module depending on the credit value. Student workload usually includes 2 assessments (a combination of coursework and/or examination) per module. There is an expectation that the student will undertake self-study hours off campus to enable them to fully achieve the course of study.

Subject to DfE approval.

SRC HE Attendance Guidelines

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SRC OU RPL Guidelines

SRC Student Protection Plan

SRC Regulations for Validated Awards

SRC Level 6 Descriptors

Entry to the BSc Honours in Sport and Exercise Top-Up programme requires applicants to have successfully completed an Open University, Ulster University, or Regional College Foundation Degree with a pass mark of 55% or above in Level 5 modules (or other relevant Level 5 qualifications such as a Pearson's Higher National Certificate/ Diploma) in a sporting related discipline.
Applicants should have attained GCSE English Language and Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent, for example, Essential Skills Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy qualifications are also accepted).
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July in the year of proposed entry to the course.

Year 1:

Advanced Nutrition for Sport & Exercise.
Advanced Reflective Sports Coach.
Advanced Physiology for Athletic Development.

Year 2:

Research Project.
Advanced Contemporary Issues in Disability Sport.

Student workload usually includes 2-3 assessments per module (a combination of coursework/practical assessments and/or examination). There is an expectation that the student will undertake self-study hours off campus to enable them to fully achieve the course of study.

Mandatory field trips will need to be paid in advance with estimated approximate cost of £50 per year. (1st Semester Induction week £35) (2nd Semester- pre Easter £15). PE/Sports Kit: SRC Pack (T-Shirt x 2 and Shorts x 1) estimated £50. Additional Kit available.

Other optional employability courses on offer to students to avail of may include:

Level 2 Gym Instructors (approx. £150) (2nd Semester - May).
Level 3 Personal Training (approx. £200) (2nd Semester - June).
Level 2 Kettlebells (approx. £75) (1st Semester - October).
Level 2 Circuit Training (approx. £75) (1st Semester – October).
Level 3 Sports Massage (approx. £215) (2nd Semester - June).
Sports First Aid (approx. £35) (2nd Semester - May).
Coaching/Referees Awards (i.e. GAA, Volleyball, Dodgeball etc.) and Child Protection (approx. £35-£60) (1st Semester - December)

Please note if a student chooses to undertake work placement within a school setting, they may be subject to an Advance AccessNI check. The cost incurred by this will be covered by the College.

Please note: Where the exam/awarding body fee is listed as TBC in the full fee breakdown, the information has not yet been released by our partner awarding bodies for 23/24. This fee will be updated as soon as it becomes available.

Students who have completed the BSc (Hons) Degree in Sport and Exercise may progress to another institution to complete programmes such as MSc Sports Coaching and Performance, MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology, MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition, MSc Strength and Conditioning or a PGCE.