Sport, Exercise and Nutrition Sciences Undergraduate Guide 2021/22 by University of Huddersfield

Undergraduate study

Sport, Exercise and Nutrition Sciences 2021/22

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Placements

Most of our courses are either endorsed by The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) or approved by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr).*

All of our Sport, Exercise and Nutrition Sciences courses offer you the opportunity to undertake a 140-hour work placement, helping to give you the essential skills employersare looking for.

Facilities Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through the wide range of sports facilities available in our Biomechanics, Physiology and Nutrition labs.

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*Our endorsements are subject to review on a regular basis. These endorsements do not apply to Sport and Physical Education BSc(Hons).

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Sport, Exercise and Nutrition BSc(Hons)/MSci

Your course

Course info

Eating healthily and being physically active are important for wellbeing, and good nutrition can help to achieve optimal performance in sport. Nutrition is increasingly important in elite sport, personal training, and communitybased initiatives, so this course can lead to an exciting and rewarding career.

BSc(Hons)

You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of biological sciences, nutrition, exercise and health, and sports performance. You’ll go on a 140-hour work placement, which will provide you with the opportunity to apply your skills in a real-world context. The University also has strong links with local professional sports clubs, so there may be opportunities for you to work with these athletes, for example Huddersfield Town Football Club and Huddersfield Giants Rugby Club.

Entry requirements: BBB* (preferred subjects include PE, Science subjects and Food Technology)/DDM (preferred subjects include Sport or Applied Science)/120 inc. a grade B or above at A Level (preferred subjects include PE, Science subjects or Food Technology) or a Distinction in BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (preferred subjects include Applied Science, Sport or Sport and Exercise Science)

There is also an option to study this course as an integrated Master’s, combining both undergraduate and postgraduate study into a single four-year degree. This is a requirement to be able to register as a Sport and Exercise Nutritionist on the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) held by the British Dietetic Association.

Course length: 3yrs full-time 6yrs part-time

MSci

Example modules • Foundations of Bioenergetics, Metabolism and Nutrition • Nutrition for Exercise and Health

• Exercise Metabolism • Sport Nutrition: Research and Practice

Your future Careers in sport and exercise nutrition include: sport and exercise nutritionist, for example with performance oriented athletes, as well as those participating in physical activity, sport and exercise for health, health promotion, health and wellbeing/lifestyle coaches, weight management practitioners, academia as a researcher or lecturer, and research and development of new product development for food companies.

“My work placement at a youth initiative sports centre allowed me to improve my key skills which are crucial for any working environment, such as time management, confidence when public speaking, planning and delivering a sports session. It helped me to understand my career aspirations, and realise that this is the area of work I want a long-term career in. The teaching and facilities on campus are also great.”

Course length: 4yrs full-time Entry requirements: BBB* (preferred subjects include PE, Food Technology or Science subjects)/DDM (preferred subjects include Sport or Applied Science)/ 120 inc. a grade B or above at A Level (preferred subjects include PE, Food Technology or Science subjects) or a Distinction in BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (preferred subjects include Applied Science, Sport or Sport and Exercise Science)

Approved This course is approved by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr).

Ibrahim Hussain is currently studying Sport, Exercise and Nutrition Sciences BSc(Hons) *The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course.

For more detailed course information visit courses.hud.ac.uk

Sport and Exercise Science BSc(Hons)

Your course

Course info

This course will develop your scientific and critical understanding of issues relevant to sport and exercise to improve both performance and health. The course brings together a diverse and fascinating range of subjects including anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, psychology, and nutrition. You’ll learn how the body responds and adapts to exercise, how to optimise sport performance, and how to promote positive behaviour change to improve health.

Course length: 3yrs full-time 6yrs part-time

In your second year, you’ll go on a 140-hour work placement, which will provide you with the opportunity to apply your skills in a real-world context. Previous placement providers included local authority sport development and physical activity units, primary care trusts, research assistants and private physical activity and sport providers. The teaching staff also have excellent links with local professional sports clubs, so there may be opportunities for you to work with these athletes, for example Huddersfield Town Football Club and Huddersfield Giants Rugby Club.

Example modules • Physiology for Sport and Exercise Science • Biomechanics and Performance Analysis for Sport and Exercise Science

• Foundations of Psychology for Sport and Exercise Science • Strength and Conditioning

Entry requirements: BBB* (preferred subjects include PE, Science subjects and Psychology)/DDM (preferred subjects include Sport or Applied Science)/120 inc. a grade B or above at A Level (in PE, Science subjects or Psychology) or a Distinction in BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (in Applied Science, Sport or Sport and Exercise Science)

Endorsed The course is endorsed by The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).

Your future This course can prepare you for a highly rewarding career including sports science support, physical activity coordinator, health advisor, sports development officer, personal trainer, exercise referral specialist; or after further training, a teacher in educational settings or a researcher.

“The teaching and quality of the lecturers is second to none, they are very supportive and knowledgeable in their respective fields. My work placement with a personal trainer enabled me to gain hands-on experience and insight into other careers within the sport sector. The seminars and practical sessions which take place alongside lectures also enables us to apply our knowledge.” Aamenah Haladh is currently studying Sport Science BSc(Hons) *The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course.

For more detailed course information visit courses.hud.ac.uk

Sport and Physical Education BSc(Hons)

Your course

Course info

There is an increasing emphasis on sport and physical education to meet a range of health agendas, including developing a sporting nation by spotting talented young people who can represent their country at major sporting events. This course promotes sport and physical education for children and young people to encourage lifelong participation and healthier lifestyles.

Course length: 3yrs full-time 6yrs part-time

You’ll have the opportunity to examine current theory and practice to gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the unique barriers and facilitators for this population. You’ll explore sport and physical education in a broad context, developing interpersonal qualities that will allow you to apply your knowledge in a variety of sport settings. This will put you in a strong position to apply for teacher training and postgraduate study. In your second year, you’ll go on a 140-hour work placement which will provide you with the opportunity to apply your skills in a real-world context. Previous placement providers have included primary and secondary schools, further education colleges, local authority sport development and physical activity units.

Example modules • Foundations of Coaching and Teaching • Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy

• Child Development and Maturation • Coaching and Teaching Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs

Your future This course can prepare you for a highly rewarding career including teaching in primary, secondary, or tertiary education, sports coaching, physical activity coordinator, health promotion, and sport development.

Student peer teaching and learning how to instruct

Practical assessments in the Sports Hall

*The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course.

For more detailed course information visit courses.hud.ac.uk

Our facilities On our courses you’ll have access to a wide range of sports facilities in our Biomechanics, Physiology and Nutrition labs, as well as the Sports Hall and Fitness Centre. Our facilities are invaluable in teaching, research and in testing the health and fitness of individuals ranging from patients recovering from injury to elite athletes and those with chronic diseases and health conditions. Team Hud Whether you’re interested in competing for one of the University’s sports teams or you would just like to play socially, there’s a variety of sports opportunities. For more information, visit sport.hud.ac.uk

Top MaxRack used for practical strength training tests Middle Left The BodPOD measures individual’s body composition Middle Right Nutrition Labs to analyse macro nutrient content Bottom Left Cosmos Pulsar Treadmill and Cortex System Bottom Right F-Scan provides foot function and gait analysis

Supporting you to become employable is right at the heart of our courses “The course was really good in terms of the strong practical approach blended with theory and the great tutors. The University helped my education, prospects and entry into professional sports, as a result since graduating I’ve worked in professional football at Doncaster Rovers and Huddersfield Town.” Daniel Hughes graduated in 2010 and is now a Senior Physical Performance Coach at Huddersfield Town Football Club

“My placement at Newsome High School with the PE department was very fulfilling. I led classes and assisted in the extra-curricular clubs which gave me a real insight into the life of a PE teacher. It helped me build confidence and develop my knowledge of all curricular sport, making me a more rounded candidate when entering the real world of work.” Emma Sanford graduated in 2016 and is now a secondary school PE teacher at Rodillian Academy

“The University gave me the educational and practical foundations to form my career pathway. After graduation I attained an internship at Huddersfield Giants Rugby Club which involved analysing food diaries, delivering nutrition workshops, and one-on-one player nutrition support. This experience was invaluable, I now provide online nutrition consultancy to athletes and the general public, alongside my full-time job.” Christus Ferneyhough graduated in 2016 and is now a Health and Wellbeing Officer at Barnsley Council

“The real-world practical opportunities provided on the course prepared me for work. I was able to undertake Sport Science testing with professional athletes, and gain exposure to a range of specialist testing equipment. I gained a work placement at Huddersfield Town Academy as a performance analyst, this gave me valuable experience and helped me develop my skills as a sport performance analyst.” 8

Makenzie Longley graduated from Sport Science BSc(Hons) in 2019 and is now an Academy Performance Analyst Intern at Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

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*97.3% of our undergraduate students go on to work and/or further study within six months of graduating. This places us in the top 20 UK Higher Education providers. (UK domiciled, full-time, First Degree. Destinations of Leavers Survey 2016/17).

The legal bit This brochure was prepared in the spring of 2020 for courses starting in September 2021 and is up to date as at the date of publication. Any subsequent changes to information will be published in the course information listings on our website courses. hud.ac.uk, and you should check this for the latest information before you apply. Changes to a course you have applied for If we propose to make a major change to a course that you are holding an offer for, then we will tell you as soon as possible so that you can decide whether to withdraw your application prior to enrolment.

For example, it may be necessary to make a major change to reflect changes in the law or the requirements of the University’s regulators; to meet the latest requirements of a commissioning or accrediting body; to improve the quality of educational provision; in response to student, examiners’ or other course evaluators’ feedback; and/or to reflect academic or professional changes within subject areas. Major changes may also be necessary because of circumstances outside our reasonable control, such as a key member of staff leaving the University or being unable to teach, where they have a particular specialism that can’t be adequately covered by other members of staff ; or due to damage or interruption to buildings, facilities or equipment.

Where your course allows you to choose modules from a range of options, we will review these each year and change them to reflect the expertise of our staff, current trends in research and as a result of student feedback or demand for certain modules. We will always ensure that you have a range of options to choose from and we will let you know in good time the options available for you to choose for the following year.

Major changes would usually be made with effect from the next academic year, but this may not always be the case. We will notify you as soon as possible should we need to make a major change and will carry out suitable consultation with affected students. If you reasonably believe that the proposed change will cause you detriment or hardship we will, if appropriate, work with you to try to reduce the adverse effect on you or find an appropriate solution. Where an appropriate solution cannot be found and you contact us in writing before the change takes effect you can cancel your registration and withdraw from the University without liability to the University for future tuition fees. We will provide reasonable support to assist you with transferring to another university if you wish to do so.

Major changes

Termination of course

We will only make major changes to the core curriculum of a course or to our services if it is necessary for us to do so and provided such changes are reasonable. A major change in this context is a change that materially changes the services available to you; or the outcomes, or a significant part, of your course, such as the nature of the award or a substantial change to module content, teaching days (part time provision), classes, type of delivery or assessment of the core curriculum.

In exceptional circumstances, we may, for reasons outside of our control, be forced to discontinue or suspend your course. Where this is the case, a formal exit strategy will be followed and we will notify you as soon as possible about what your options are, which may include transferring to a suitable replacement course for which you are qualified, being provided with individual teaching to complete the award for which you were registered, or claiming an interim award and exiting the University. If you do not wish to take up any of the options that are made available to you, then you can cancel your registration and withdraw from the course without liability to the University for future tuition fees and you will be entitled to a refund of all course fees paid to date. We will provide reasonable support to assist you with transferring to another university if you wish to do so.

Changes to your course after you enrol as a student We will always try to deliver your course and other services as described. However, sometimes we may have to make changes as set out below: Changes to option modules

We hope you’ve found all the information you need to inspire you to become a student here at Huddersfield. Now all you need to do is apply.

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When to apply

If this is your first (undergraduate) degree and you want to study a full-time course, then you’ll apply via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) at ucas.com

If you want to start your course in September 2021, you can apply to UCAS any time from 1 September 2020 onwards. Please make sure UCAS receives your application by 15 January 2021.

If you’re at a college or school right now, it’s probably already registered with UCAS. The best thing to do is ask your teacher or careers adviser to help with your application. Once you’ve applied we’ll keep in touch with you throughout the application process, so you’re up to speed with what’s going on.

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