Sports Studies HND

Sports Studies will interest anyone with an enthusiasm for sport, exercise and health, coaching, teaching, sports management, sports marketing or development.

All modules integrate theory and practice using the experience gained from involvement in sport. The course has been designed to meet the needs of employers such as Local Authorities, sports and recreational centres and other public and private providers, and those who are successful on the course will be well placed to work within the sports industry.

The course will develop your personal and transferable skills whilst also developing the attributes associated with the study of sport at Higher Education level. You will be based at both the University of Worcester and Worcester College of Technology and have teaching access to the full range of excellent sports facilities on both campuses.

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UCAS code

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Sports Studies HND 006C T HND/SS

This course is run in partnership with the Worcester College of Technology (T).

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Study options

You will be based at both the University of Worcester and Worcester College of Technology and have teaching access to the full range of excellent sports facilities on both campuses.

A two-year, full-time course with part-time route available

Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including BASES accredited laboratories, Sports Hall, fitness suite, 3G AstroTurf, playing fields, dance studio, Motion and Performance Centre and Human Performance Laboratory

Nationally recognised qualification that prepares you for work in the sports industry

Exciting range of modules gives broad understanding of Sports Studies

Placement opportunities in the sports sector giving you the chance to use skills in a work-based environment

Get in touch

Admissions Office
01905 855111
admissions@worc.ac.uk

Stella Reeves
Worcester College of Technology
01905 725555
sreeves@wortech.ac.uk

180 UCAS Tariff points including GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C or above
A Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure may be required for some modules

Modules

Anatomy & Physiology
Practical Sports Studies
Sport Psychology
Sport Nutrition
Sport in Context
Work Experience
Research Methods

Assessment

A variety of methods are used to assess learning including:
Scientific reports
Oral presentations and essays
Coaching sessions
Exams
Marketing plans

Priscilla Monaghan

Student, Sports Studies HND

"I lived in halls during my first year, which was brilliant. I met so many people who helped me to feel at home in Worcester. I concentrated on Disability in Sport during my top up year, which was supported with a placement at a local school. When I graduate, I plan to go into the police force. As I have a degree, my application will be on the fast track."

Academic department

Institute of Sport & Exercise Science

“We are proud of our strong reputation for sporting excellence. Our mission is to enhance the knowledge, skills and understanding of our students so they can
continue to make a meaningful contribution to society at all levels.”
Mick Donovan, Head of Institute

Employability

The course has been carefully designed to offer a range of employment opportunities within the sports industry, including sports development, sports management, health and fitness promotion, sports coaching and sports therapy.