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Chwaraeon - Datblygu, Hyfforddi a Ffitrwydd
Key facts: 
Diploma
2 Years
Full-time
Level 3
Main Campus
Post 16
Area: 
Sport
Overview: 

This course investigates the theory of sport. It will provide you with the knowledge of the world of sport, exercise and physical recreation. Emphasis is placed on the sports studies fitness and coaching aspects. If you are outgoing, enthusiastic, love all sports and enjoy a challenge then this is the course for you.

Next steps: 

Typical careers could be teaching, sports coaching, leisure industry, local authority sport and recreation departments, sports research, armed forces and police. The course is an excellent stepping stone to study sport at Degree, Higher National Dipoma (HND) or Foundation Degree levels.

Entry requirements: 
Four GCSEs at Grade C or above (or equivalent)
preferably include:
-English
-Maths
-in subject or related subject
First Diploma at merit plus 1 GCSE at Grade C or above or essential skills Level 2
Mature applicants - Each application considered on individual merit

Entry is normally subject to interview and a practical sports assessment

All prospective students should demonstrate a keen interest in sport and be physically fit in order to take part in practical activities

What you will learn: 

Year one

  • The Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport 
  • Sports Development
  • Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise
  • Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
  • Practical Individual Sports
  • Rules, Regulation & Officiating in Sports
  • The Physiology of Fitness
  • Assessing Risk in Sport
  • Sports Leaders Award
  • Sports Academies

Year two

  • Sport and Exercise Massage
  • Current Issues in Sport
  • Fitness Training and Programming
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sports Coaching
  • Sports Academies

These are subject to change.

Practical activities are a feature of the course. During the course students will take part in a range of sports based at the Meads Sports Centre including badminton, volleyball, tennis and basketball.

The Sports Academies in football, rugby, netball and golf will be studied alongside this course, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. All sports students will be expected to participate and contribute to one of the sports academies organised by the college. The experience of having additional skill acquisition, analysis of performance and team ethics will further enhance students understanding of group dynamics benefiting them in their future vocation/employment.  

The course also includes essential skills in Numeracy, Communication and Information Technology, as well as the wider essential skills.

Assessment: 
Continuous Assessment
Project Based
Practical Examination
Equipment required: 

Essential requirements will include:

  • Course text book
  • Pembrokeshire College Sports kit
Fees: 
Full-time - No course fees
For further information on grants and funds available - click here
Stationery approximately - £30
Administration fee - £20 per student per year
Transport Fees for Over 19's - click here

Sports kit, textbook, use of the gym and academy dinners - approximately £140

 

Wed, 16/11/2011 - 11:10

Disclaimer:

The College takes all reasonable steps to provide the educational services and courses as described above. Details are correct at the time of editing but may be subject to change without prior notice. Courses will not run if student numbers are insufficient. The College has the right to refuse individuals entry to courses in certain circumstances. Prospective students may be advised of more suitable alternatives, if appropriate.