SPORTS BTEC LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN SPORT Sport & Exercise Sciences & BTEC LEVEL 3 90 CREDIT DIPLOMA IN SPORT Sport & Exercise Sciences
COURSE HANDBOOK 2013 – 2014
BOSTON COLLEGE BTEC LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN SPORTS BTEC LEVEL 3 90 CREDIT DIPLOMA IN SPORT COURSE HANDBOOK Section 1 WELCOME Welcome to the Sport, Travel and Tourism at Boston College. This Handbook aims to give you basic information about the Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport and Level 3 BTEC 90 Credit Diploma in Sport. The Primary input from staff will come from: James Wright Programme Area Manager Craig Gosling Course Lecturer Phil Peatling Course Lecturer Shaun Popple Course Lecturer
Contact details: james-w@boston.ac.uk craig-g@boston.ac.uk philip-p@boston.ac.uk shaun-p@boston.ac.uk
There will also be input from both full time and part time staff from other sections of the College. The Sport Section can be contacted by telephone on: 01205 365701 ext. 4433 / 4434 YOUR PERSONAL TUTOR All full-time and some part-time learners have a Personal Tutor. Your tutor will welcome you to the College, help you to settle in and be there to give you help and information. Your tutor is usually your first point of contact with the College and your main source of help. You will meet your tutor every week, as part of a group session or for a one-to-one discussion and review of your progress. It is important that you attend your tutorials as they will support you and make sure you to get the most out of College. You will meet your tutor at Induction. The Induction programme introduces you to staff, other learners, your course and the College. A more detailed description of the tutor’s role can be found in your handbook.
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Section 2
QUALIFICATION AIM The BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport (Sport & Exercise Sciences) and BTEC 90 Credit Diploma in Sport are designed to equip individuals with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for success in current and future employment in the sport and leisure industry. You may also qualify for entry to an undergraduate degree programme in Physical Education, Sport Science, or Sports Coaching to mention a few. Year on year the sport sector out performs the rest of the UK economy; this has been the case since the end of the economic recession of the late 1990s, and researchers predict will continue to be the case for years to come, long after the London Summer Olympics, and Paralympics of 2012 have been and gone. The annual contribution of the sport sector to the UK economy is over ÂŁ8 billion. This sector has more than 36,000 employers creating work for more than 600,000 full-time and part-time employees and 5 million plus volunteers. A significant proportion of the total volunteer workforce is volunteering in sport, with most of them involved in coaching or activity leadership. Despite the prevalence of this sector, a third of the workforce in the sector have either no formal qualifications or are only qualified at Level 1, In addition, feedback from employers suggests that skills shortages are responsible for a large proportion of the vacancies in this sector. These factors highlight the importance of formally recognised Level 3 qualifications in this sector, such as the BTEC Extended Diplomas in Sport. Recent years have seen bold attempts to regulate the sport sector and the employees and volunteers who work within it. This has included the UK Coaching Certificate (UKCC), an endorsement of coaching qualifications aligned to a nationally agreed framework, and the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs), a process of self-regulation recognising industrybased qualifications, practical competency, and requiring fitness professionals to work within a Code of Ethical Practice. The BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport provides an introduction to the sector for learners looking to build a career in sport, within one of its occupational areas. These areas include careers in exercise and fitness, coaching, sports development and the outdoors. (Edexcel Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport Specification, 2010)
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COURSE FRAMEWORK LEVEL 3 90 CREDIT DIPLOMA (YEAR 1) Anatomy for Sport and Exercise Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know the structure and function of the skeletal system 2. Know the structure and function of the muscular system 3. Know the structure and function of the cardiovascular system 4. Know the structure and function of the respiratory system Sport and Exercise Physiology Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Be able to investigate the initial responses of the body to exercise 2. Be able to investigate how the body responds to steady-state exercise 3. Know fatigue and how the body recovers from exercise 4. Know how the body adapts to long-term exercise Sport and Exercise Psychology Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know the effects of personality, motivation and aggression on sports performance 2. Know the impact of arousal, stress and anxiety on sports performance 3. Know the psychology of group dynamics in sports environments 4. Know psychological factors that affect people in exercise environments Research Methods for Sport and Exercise Science Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know key issues in research methods for the sport and exercise sciences 2. Know data collection techniques for the sport and exercise sciences 3. Know qualitative data analysis techniques for the sport and exercise sciences 4. Know quantitative data analysis techniques for the sport and exercise sciences Exercise Health & Lifestyle Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know the importance of lifestyle factors in the maintenance of health and wellbeing 2. Be able to assess the lifestyle of a selected individual 3. Be able to provide advice on lifestyle improvement 4. Be able to plan a health-related physical activity programme for a selected individual Fitness Testing for Sport & Exercise Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know a range of laboratory-based and field-based fitness tests 2. Be able to use health screening techniques 3. Be able to administer appropriate fitness tests 4. Be able to interpret the results of fitness tests and provide feedback
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Fitness Training & Programming Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know different methods of fitness training 2. Be able to plan a fitness training session 3. Be able to plan a fitness training programme 4. Be able to review a fitness training programme Sports Nutrition Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know the concepts of nutrition and digestion 2. Know energy intake and expenditure in sports performance 3. Know the relationship between hydration and sports performance 4. Be able to plan a diet appropriate for a selected sports activity Practical Team Sports Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know the skills, techniques and tactics required in selected team sports 2. Know the rules and regulations of selected team sports 3. Be able to assess own performance in selected team sports 4. Be able to assess the performance of teams in selected team sports
LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA (Includes the 9 units from 90 Credit Diploma) Year 2 Research Project in Sport and Exercise Science Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Be able to plan a sport science – or exercise science-based research project 2. Be able to conduct a sport science – or exercise science-based research project 3. Be able to produce a sport science – or exercise science-based research project 4. Be able to review a sport science – or exercise science-based research project Sports Biomechanics in Action Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Be able to perform notational analysis for sport 2. Be able to compare a numerical model to sporting performance 3. Be able to compare a technical model to sporting performance 4. Be able to provide feedback on performance to an athlete or team Analysis of Sports Performance Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know the performance profile of a sporting activity 2. Be able to analyse sporting performance 3. Be able to provide feedback to athletes regarding performance 4. Understand the purpose and resources required for analysing different levels of sporting performance.
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Current Issues in Sport Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know how sport has developed in the UK 2. Know how media and technology influence modern sport 3. Know how contemporary issues affect sport 4. Understand the cultural influences and barriers that affect participation in sports activities Sport Injuries Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know how common sports injuries can be prevented by the correct identification of risk factors 2. Know about a range of sports’ injuries and their symptoms 3. Know how to apply methods of treating sports injuries 4. Be able to plan and construct treatment and rehabilitation programmes for two common sports injuries Sports Coaching Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know the roles, responsibilities and skills of sports coaches 2. Know the techniques used by coaches to improve the performance of athletes 3. Be able to plan a sports coaching session 4. Be able to deliver and review a sports coaching session Practical Individual Sports Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know the skills, techniques and tactics required in selected individual sports 2. Know the rules and regulations of selected individual sports 3. Be able to assess own performance in selected individual sports 4. Be able to assess the performance of other individuals in selected individual sports Exercise for Specific Groups Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know about the provision of exercise for specific groups 2. Know the benefits of exercise for different specific groups 3. Be able to prescribe exercise for specific groups 4. Be able to plan, deliver and review an exercise session for a specific group Work Experience Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit a learner should: 1. Know about the opportunities for work-based experience in sport 2. Be able to prepare for a work-based experience in sport 3. Be able to undertake a work-based experience in sport 4. Be able to review a work-based experience in sport
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ASSESSMENT A variety of assessments will be used throughout your course and may include the following: Case studies Observation of practical work Assignments Time-constrained assessment Work-based projects Role plays Presentations Lab Reports Essays Project based work Practical assessment Module tests Assignments Throughout the course you will be given assignments, these along with some module based information will be available on the MOODLE, which will be introduced to you by your personal tutor. Some will relate to individual modules whereas others may bring together all areas of study. These assignments are designed to help you to develop skills and to apply your knowledge. Your work will be graded as distinction, merit, pass, referral or fail. You will be told exactly what is expected of you to achieve these grades when you are given each assignment. If you are given a referral, then you will be told both verbally and in the form of written feedback what is needed to improve and you will be allowed to resubmit it. Assessment Procedure Work must not be copied from a book or other source without acknowledgement - if you copy work from other learners you will automatically refer. By all means discuss work with your peers and the staff. NEVER PLAGIARISE. To gain the Diploma at the end of the second year you must achieve at least pass grades in all units. Your tutors will discuss with you your progress throughout the courses and we shall have formal reviews. On these occasions you will, together with course tutors, record areas of achievement and also areas where there is need for help, development and improvement. Assessments for each unit will be posted on the MOODLE and it will be your responsibility to print out the assignment and a front cover sheet. All assignments must be submitted to your tutor in tutorial on the set date on your assessment brief. They must be handed in at the start of the tutorial to be considered on time. The only exception to this will be ‘live’ assessments such as presentations or practical which will be completed on a preset date agreed with the subject tutor and posted up for your attention on your course notice board.
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An assessment schedule will be produced to ensure that your workload is spread across the year and there is not an unreasonable demand expected of you at any particular time. You need to make sure that this schedule is used to allow you to use your time effectively and to avoid falling behind at any time. Assignment Presentation Assignments must be handed in on time, so you need to learn to manage your time and organise your work. Presentation is important and tutors will not accept poorly presented assignments. All assignments must be properly labelled, it is vital that your name is written on the front of all submissions. You must keep your work safe and in good order, to allow the lecturers to assess your work, and accredit you with the correct grade on completion. Do ask for help from tutors whilst undertaking your assignments. If you show them your work well before the submission date then they will be able to let you know how your work is progressing and what you may need to do to improve it.
PLAGIARISM The use of other people’s work and the submission of it as though it was your own is known as plagiarism (plagiarism means theft of other people’s ideas). Any work forming part of an assignment, project, test or other assessment must be your own and must not contain any plagiarised material. Evidence of plagiarism will result in failure of the assessment. Any new assessment arrangement will be given with a strict completion date. You will also be subject to the College’s disciplinary proceedings. If you wish to quote material from a textbook or other source then this should be referenced in your assignment. Your subject lecturer or Personal Tutor will show you how to do this.
LEARNING STYLES Whilst on the course you will gain not only knowledge, but also the skills and understanding needed in your future working life. The course has a very practical approach to learning. You will not always be given formal lectures - in fact a great deal of your time will be spent carrying out activities which develop your skills and understanding. You will be involved in personal and group research, presentation of information, examining case studies and a wide range of practical activities.
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Sometimes you will be expected to work by yourself, at others you will learn the value of working in a group. During the two years you will have to complete assignments which use the knowledge gained in all modules to develop a wide range of skills.
COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES As part of your Extended Diploma you are given the opportunity to choose from a variety of additional qualifications which are there to add value and substance to your predominant course. The choices are as follows:
YMCA Level 2 Fitness Instructor (optional Year 2)
Practical Sports/Sports Teams* Additional to the academic side to the course there is also the opportunity to take part in recreational sport on a Wednesday afternoon, where there are a number of opportunities to take part in competitive sport and represent the College, these include:
Football (Mens and Ladies) Basketball Netball Fitness sessions Swimming Elite Athlete Development
*When taking part in any practical session (course based or voluntarily) correct sports kit must be worn. Please make sure that it is appropriate for the weather and the environment (indoor/outdoor, field/hard court). In the gymnasium non marking soles need to be worn, with food strictly prohibited from any practical session and drinks only allowed when in proper containers and with the permission of the staff member involved.
PROGRESS REPORTING Parents Evenings Parents are invited to visit the College regularly to find out more about your course, how you are progressing, options after your course has finished routes and any other details. There will be an opportunity to speak to key staff as well as your Personal Tutor.
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Progress Parents are encouraged to visit the College with or without their son/daughter to discuss progress with your Personal Tutor and teaching staff. Reports All College learners are assessed by the course team at the end of November to confirm continuation onto the full programme. If there is any doubt as to suitability to continue, learners and parents will be consulted in December.
ATTENDANCE The College Day lasts from 9.30am to 4.30pm. Attendance at all classes is essential. You must not arrange routine dental/doctor appointments or driving lessons during College hours. Punctuality in arriving for lessons is essential and a poor record may lead to being put on a disciplinary report. If the level of absences becomes unsatisfactory learners will be placed on academic report. This system has various stages to it, but ultimately leads to termination from College. Attendance Monitoring We want you to be successful on your course and to achieve your qualifications. It is therefore important that you attend all classes as good attendance is the key to being successful. The Attendance Monitor will work with you and your Tutors to promote good attendance. What will they do? offer support if you are having problems which affect your attendance refer you to Learner Services who can help with a range of personal problems and barriers to learning and attendance refer you to your Tutor who will discuss your attendance and take action where appropriate What can you do? Avoid unnecessary absences, for example, by making appointments outside College hours Inform the Attendance Monitor if you are going to be absent for any reason Telephone (01205) 365701, option 2, or e-mail absent@boston.ac.uk, or text “BCABSENT” to 88020. Texts are charged at standard network rate. This information is also on the back of your ID badge Please remember to give your name, ID number and reason for absence The Attendance Monitor is: Gail Bevan
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CODES OF PRACTICE The Prior Informed Consent form for practical participation must be read, understood and completed to allow you to safely work in this type of environment. You will be required to complete these through the induction process. These rules will make the completion of your assignments easier, along with efficient return of grades to all learners by staff: You will be expected to:
Submit an assignment brief with your name on with every piece of work Submit your work in a clear plastic wallet. Include a reference list where appropriate. No extensions will be given unless ‘extenuating circumstances’ are discussed with your personal tutor. After receiving your marked work back, you will have 10 working days to achieve a Pass.
Staff will: Provide an assignment brief to every learner Provide clear and accurate grading criteria to every learner Return all grades to learners within 15 working days Provide effective and appropriate feedback to all learners within 15 working days Where appropriate discuss any referred work with the learner and arrange time and feedback so work can be improved to a pass grade Give help and advice where appropriate to learners.
Section 3 COLLEGE CALENDAR 2013/2014 2013 September 2nd September 3rd September 26th October 3rd October 8th October 10th October 16th October 21st – 25th October 29th October 30th & 31st November 5th November 7th November 14th November 15th December 19th
Autumn term starts. Learner Services Induction week Spalding Enrolment Higher Education Fair at BCUC HE Parents’ Briefing ‘Going to University’ BCUC Spalding College in Action Boston College in Action Volunteer Fair at BCUC Half term HE Open Event Parents’ evenings School Taster day Boston College in Action Spalding College in Action Closing date for UCAS applications (internal) End of Autumn term
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2014 January 6th January 23rd February 6th February 11th February 17th - 21st March 3rd - 7th March 4th & 5th April 4th April 22nd May 5th May 26th June 10th June 12th June 26th
Spring term starts HE Open Event Boston College in Action Spalding College in Action Half term for learners Careers week Parents’ evenings End of Spring term Summer term starts Bank Holiday Bank Holiday Spalding Open Event (Information) Boston Open Evening (Information) Summer term ends
Note Any learner taking holidays outside of holiday periods will be considered absent from the course. Learners receiving support from the College Bursary Fund need to be aware that they will not be paid for holiday periods taken outside the academic breaks.
Section 4 VISITS Throughout the two years of your course there will be a number of opportunities available to you, all of which will have some direct link to at least one aspect of the course. The trips will range from the induction residential to half day local trips. All of which will add depth and breadth to your knowledge and understanding of the course content. These will all be at cost to you as a learner, at the best prices available to us as a College at time of booking.
WORK EXPERIENCE This will usually take place in second year of your course over a period of 2 weeks, usually split into two separate sessions. One of which will be in College time and the other in your own time. REQUIRED PURCHASES You will need to have basic items of sports equipment, such as track suit, wet weather clothes, shorts, t-shirts, trainers, etc. College kit is available and will be shown to you during the induction process. Any specialist equipment needed will be provided for you by the Sports Section. As previously mentioned there are a number of trips throughout the two years of the course although some may be subsidised, majority of the cost will need to be covered by you the learner.
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Financial Assistance If you have financial difficulties you can apply for help from the College Bursary Fund, 19+ Learner Support Fund or 24+ Advanced Learning Loans Bursary Fund. This may help to meet the costs of: 1 2 3 4 5 6
Travel Books and equipment (16-18, 19+ only) Food (16-18, 19+ only) Specialist clothing required for your course (16-18, 19+ only) Childcare costs whilst at College (19+ and 24+ only) Exams/tuition costs (19+ only)
Some learners aged 16-18 are guaranteed help from the Bursary Fund – this includes: learners living in care recent care leavers learners receiving Income Support or Universal Credit in their own right learners receiving Employment Support Allowance and Disability Living Allowance or Personal Independence Payment in their own right. For further details please check with Learner Services staff. Childcare If you are under 20, you may qualify for Care to Learn payments for childcare costs. Please go to Learner Services for more information, or contact Care to Learn on 0845 600 7979 or visit the website at www.gov.uk/caretolearn
OTHER If you require any other information regarding this course, or as regards the College itself, please contact your Personal Tutor. I am sure everything will fall into place as the year progresses. Remember, we want you to work hard and develop skills and knowledge which we know will bring you success. Success will bring you enjoyment during and after your College course. Welcome to success!
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Section 5
SUPPORT SERVICES The College Mission Statement The College Mission Statement describes the type of College we provide for all our learners and staff. ‘to be a brilliant college that transforms people’s lives and makes an outstanding contribution to the economic, social and cultural life of Lincolnshire’. All learners at the College attend voluntarily so there is not a set of ‘College Rules’. We do however have a range of policies which describe the standards we expect and what we offer in return. To access all the learner related policies and procedures please look on Moodle, or ask your Personal Tutor for details.
Section 6 POLICIES
At the College we have a range of policies detailing what the College will offer you and how we ensure high standards are maintained. To access the policies click on the links below. If this is not possible please ask your Tutor to provide you with a copy. Admissions Assessment and Examinations Assessment Malpractice Bullying and Harassment Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance Car Parking for Residential Learners Compliments & Complaints Procedure Computer Services Unit: Code of Conduct and Practice and Equality Impact Assessment Coursework / Self Study Drugs and Alcohol Financial Support for Learners Functional Skills Hall of Residence Disciplinary / Sanctions Higher Education Admissions Induction Code of Practice Information, Guidance and Support International Student 14
Late Enrolment Learner Attendance Learner Disciplinary Policy and Procedure for Further Education Learners Mobile Electronic Equipment Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Safeguarding Learners Skills for Life and Learning Support Tutorial – Full Time Learners – Appendix 1 Weapons and Search Work Experience Equality and Diversity – see our page on Moodle Examination Policy Students Copy Important Exams Information for Candidates Access arrangements – General Access arrangements – International Students Examination Clashes Conduct of Exams Internal Appeals Procedure – Students Copy Appeals Procedure – Externally Marked Exams SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Boston College places a high priority on the safety and wellbeing of our learners. We are committed to creating and maintaining a friendly, welcoming and safe working environment for all young people and vulnerable adults, whether learning is taking place on or off College premises. We have a duty to safeguard all learners, and we will respond immediately if there is a concern that a learner might be the victim of bullying, harassment, abuse or neglect. All staff are trained in safeguarding and there is a designated specialist Safeguarding Team to help with any concerns you might have about your own or someone else’s safety. If you need to contact the Safeguarding Team please go to:
Main reception Learner Services The ‘Stay Safe’ button on Moodle E-mail staysafe@boston.ac.uk
If you need to contact someone out of College hours about safeguarding contact:
Children’s Social Care on 01522 782333 In an emergency situation dial 999 and call the police
An important part of safeguarding is making sure only authorised people are on our College premises. Please help us with this by carrying your ID badge at all times and showing it if asked by a member of College staff.
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At Boston College we respect everyone within the College community. We also emphasise respect for personal property and for the facilities of the College. We therefore, expect learners to work with us to create an environment where everyone feels safe and valued and can work to achieve their full potential.
Useful Resources Internet sites www.sportscoach.co.uk
REFERENCING AND BIBLIOGRAPHY WHY DO WE REFERENCE THE WORK OF OTHER PEOPLE IN OUR ASSIGNMENTS? To acknowledge to the reader that you have read around the subject and know what you are talking about. You will gain extra marks for this! To acknowledge the work of other writers. It is theirs, not yours! To enable other people to trace the information. They may wish to read more about what you have said. Or, they may wish to check that the information you have written is correct. It is your responsibility to reference correctly and accurately.
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CITING IN THE TEXT At every occasion where you refer to a particular document, you should only enter the author’s surname, year of publication and page number. e.g The works of Williams (2000, p.125) has shown that groups work together much more efficiently when the member share the same goals. OR e.g Research (Williams, 2000, p.125) has shown that groups work together much more efficiently when the members share the same goals.
If a work has two authors, cite both names every time the reference occurs. Where there are three or more authors, all names should be written, for the first time only. After this, any further reference to these people may be shortened to the surname of the first author, followed by et al. (The names of all of the people must be included in the Reference List or Bibliography). e.g Davis, Bull, Roscoe & Roscoe (1996, p.280) argue that the command style of teaching is used when the teacher/coach wants tight control over the participants. WRITING A REFERENCE LIST & BIBLIOGRAPHY Reference List/References – includes all references you directly mentioned in the assignment. Bibliography – includes all other information that you read and used, but were not mentioned directly in the assignment. Books Author, Initial. (Year). Title/Title. (Edition if not first). Place of publication, Publishers. Journals Author, Initial. (Year). Article Title. Name of Journal/Name of Journal. Volume (and part number, month or season). Page numbers of article. ‘In’ References A common mistake is to confuse the name of a contributor to a book with the person who actually wrote the book. Author of chapter/section/reference, Initials. (Date of publication). Title of chapter/section (if applicable). ‘In:’ Author/Edition of book, Initials. (Year). Title of work/book. Place of publication, Publishers. World Wide Web Author, Initials (Year). Document Title (WWW). Available from: http://www.location.com (date accessed).
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A GUIDE TO RECORDING YOUR ACHIEVEMENT As you complete each unit your tutor will tell you what grade you have achieved – Pass, Merit or Distinction. To ensure that your internally assessed work has been marked fairly Edexcel checks samples of tutor’s marking. When you have completed all of the units of the course you will receive three overall grades for your qualification – again Pass, Merit or Distinction. These are the grades that will be shown on your certificate and that you should give when you apply for higher education or employment. To calculate your overall grades: Points are allocated for the grades you achieve on each unit. The points are added together to give your final grades as follows: BTEC Points 1260-1299 1300-1339 1340-1379 1380-1419 1420-1459 1460-1499 1500-1529 1530-1559 1560-1589 1590 and above
BTEC Grades PPP MPP MMP MMM DMM DDM DDD DDD* DD*D* D*D*D*
UCAS POINTS 120 160 200 240 280 320 360 380 400 420
To achieve a pass for a unit you must have passed ALL of the pass criteria for that unit.
To achieve a merit for a unit you must have passed ALL of the pass and merit criteria for that unit.
To achieve a distinction for a unit you must have passed ALL of the pass, merit and distinction criteria for that unit.
For further updated information, please check the UCAS website www.ucas.ac.uk.
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