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PART 2 B – Approval of New Academic Provision 2016/17 Form NP3 Approved July 2017 PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION 1. General information Awarding body/institution Leeds Trinity University Teaching institution Askham Bryan College ‘Parent’ School (ICE / SAC / SSHS) SSHS Professional accreditation body n/a (if applicable) Final award (eg. BA Hons) FdSc Title of programme(s) Sport (Coaching and Fitness) Subsidiary award(s) (if any) Certificate of Higher Education Honours type (Single / Joint / Combined) n/a Duration and mode(s) of study 2 years Full Time 3 years Part Time Start date (this version) (month and year) September 2017 Periodic review next due (acad. year) JACS subject code(s) (Level 3) C610 (Please refer to HESA listing on AQO website) UCAS course code & code name C6B9 SITS codes (Course / Pathway / Route) TBC Delivery venue(s) Askham Bryan College 2. Aims of the programme Rationale and general aims, including what is special about this programme (from the student’s and a marketing perspective) The overarching aim of this programme is to provide students with the necessary skills to operate in the sport coaching and fitness sector. The specific aims of the Sport Coaching and Fitness Education Foundation Degree are: 1. Enable students to acquire an underpinning in their understanding, knowledge and practical experience of the fundamental concepts, theories, principles and cultural contexts of Sport Coaching and Fitness. 2. Develop the ability to apply Sport Coaching and Fitness knowledge, skills principles and practice in the field of study and in a work context. 1 22.11.17 structure updated for modules Human Science in Sport, Applied Human Science and p/t structure PART 2 B – Approval of New Academic Provision 2016/17 3. Widen participation and enhance employability and career prospects in the sports coaching profession and also to increase access to higher education from under- represented groups in the local community 4. Enable students to become reflective critical thinkers through the development of their intellectual and practical skills in applied aspects of Sport Coaching and Fitness. The HE sports team maintain and intend to exploit a number of industry links which will allow students access to multiple coaching contexts, Industry links that support the coaching and fitness across the course specification include: Manchester United Football Schools Tadcaster Albion FC Fitness First, York Local Primary schools Crossfit 606 Bradford Links have been established with the above workplaces from industry, discussions surrounding the design and direction of the course is continually ongoing. Students will be given the opportunity through the Industry Skills and Professional Development modules to carry out work duties in all three industries (Fitness First, Primary schools and Crossfit 606). This is a vital link and allows students the industry experience required to engage knowledge embedded on the course. In the 2014 Higher Education Review undertaken by the QAA the following features of good practice were identified at the College: The significant involvement of employers in curriculum design, development and approval processes (Expectations A4, B1, B8). The effective use of bridging programmes to facilitate student progression from level 5 to 6 (Expectation B4, Enhancement). The range of specialist student support and expertise provided by the College from application through to graduation (Expectation B4). The integration of academic and pastoral support for students provided by course managers and support staff, and aided by specialist software (Expectation B4). The extensive mechanisms to engage and respond to the student voice at all levels (Expectation B5, Enhancement). The proactive and systematic approach of staff across the College to the enhancement of student learning opportunities (Enhancement). 3. Student learning outcomes of the programme Learning outcomes in terms of: – knowledge and understanding (K) – intellectual / cognitive / 'thinking’ skills (I) – practical skills specific to the subject (P) – employability skills (E) The ‘K1’, etc codes are used in section 7c) and module descriptors to refer to each of these learning outcomes. On successful completion of the programme students will have demonstrated Knowledge and Understanding 2 22.11.17 structure updated for modules Human Science in Sport, Applied Human Science and p/t structure PART 2 B – Approval of New Academic Provision 2016/17 K1 coherent and detailed subject and/or professional knowledge - coherent and detailed subject and/or professional knowledge and understanding, including reference to recent scholarly resources and evidence and the accurate use of scholarly conventions in so doing; K2 evidence based practice approach - apply appropriate research and enquiry methods in planning, delivering and reviewing coaching & sporting performance; K3 coaching and performance management - develop their own coaching practice and sporting performance management incorporating an evidence based approach within relevant legal and ethical frameworks; Intellectual / cognitive / 'thinking’ skills I1 analytical techniques - secure use of analytical techniques appropriate to the discipline; I2 critical evaluation - critical evaluation of approaches to solving problems in a disciplinary context; I3 effective and sustained communication - effective and sustained communication of results and arguments; I4 understanding limits of their knowledge - understanding of the limits of their knowledge and the consequent influence on their analysis Practical skills specific to the subject P1 application of a wide range of techniques - the ability to operate ethically, legally and with reference to relevant environmental considerations in situations of varying complexity and predictability requiring the application of a wide range of techniques P2 increased autonomy - the ability to act with increasing autonomy, with reduced need for supervision and direction, within defined guidelines P3 application of skills - the ability to manage and apply a range of practical, academic and professional skills in the sports coaching industry Employability skills E1 Self-management – the ability to plan and manage time; readiness to accept responsibility and improve their own performance based on feedback/reflective learning; the ability to take initiative and be proactive, flexible and resilient; E2 Teamworking – the ability to co-operate with others on a shared task and to recognise and take on appropriate team roles; leading, contributing to discussions and negotiating; contributing to discussions; awareness of interdependence with others; E3 Business and sector awareness – an understanding of the key drivers for business success, including the importance of customer/client satisfaction and innovation; understanding of the market/sector in which an organisation operates; the ability to recognise the external context and pressures on an organisation, including concepts such as value for money, profitability and sustainability; E4 Problem-solving – a capacity for critical reasoning, analysis and synthesis; a capacity for applying knowledge in practice; an ability to retrieve, analyse and evaluate information from different sources; E5 Communication – the ability to present information clearly and appropriately, both orally and in writing, and to tailor messages to specific audiences and purposes; 3 22.11.17 structure updated for modules Human Science in Sport, Applied Human Science and p/t structure PART 2 B – Approval of New Academic Provision 2016/17 E6 Application of numeracy – a general awareness of mathematics and its application in practical contexts; the ability to carry out arithmetic operations and understand data, to read and interpret graphs and tables and to manage a budget; E7 Application of information technology – the ability to identify the appropriate IT package for a given task; familiarity with word-processing, spreadsheets and file management; the ability to use the internet and email effectively. E8 Entrepreneurship/enterprise – the ability to demonstrate an innovative approach and creativity, to generate ideas and to identify and take opportunities; E9 Social, cultural & civic awareness – embracement of an ethos of community and civic responsibility; an appreciation of diversity and ethical issues; an understanding of cultures and customs in the wider community. See also the learning outcomes for subsidiary awards set out in section 4 below. 3a External benchmarks Statement of congruence with the relevant published subject benchmark statements (including appropriate references to the FHEQ and any PSRB, employer or legislative requirements) All new programme submissions should be accompanied by copies of external advisory and regulatory documents relevant to the programme. Foundation Degree qualification benchmark. 2010. The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. ISBN 978 1 84979 111 3 Hospitality, leisure, sport and tourism. 2008. The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. ISBN 978 1 84482 826 5 Benchmarks: 2.4, 3.21 to 3.26, 4.1 to 4.4, 6.16 to 6.21 General aims are for the programme which are aligned with the QAA benchmarks are to : 1. Develop students’ critical thought, intellectual reasoning and practical precision for application to diverse settings. 2. Prepare students for employment or honours study by equipping them with a diverse range of skills. 3. Enable students to become increasingly independent and reflective critical