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Sport Development - BSc (Hons) 

Course Overview

In the aftermath of the successful London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the promise of a sporting legacy (in both a national and global context) is dependent upon effective sport development. Subsequently, there has never been a more exciting time to work in the sport development industry.

This course focuses on developing students' intellectual knowledge and understanding of sport development within a local, national and international context, with a focus on both community and elite sport. Course content considers the macro and micro components of effective sport development in relation to sport policy, sport management and marketing and the structure and resourcing of sport. This will provide students with a good understanding of how sporting opportunities are developed and their potential impact within the different sport development settings.

Cardiff Met offers a plethora of 'on-campus' opportunities for students to engage in (including coaching and facility management/administration roles), and the University has excellent links with Sport Cardiff and surrounding local authorities, providing students with access to a wealth of valuable experiential learning opportunities which facilitate the development of key vocational skills. Local authority sports development departments, National Governing Bodies, school and community sports initiatives are all examples of potential placement opportunities. Overall, the Sport Development course aims to produce independent, knowledgeable, work-ready graduates, who will be successful in their chosen careers.

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Course Content

The curriculum is designed to become progressively more focused and specialised across the three years of the programme. In addition to the compulsory Sport Development modules, you will have the opportunity to pursue other areas of theoretical interest, such as Coaching Science and Health and Special Populations, both highly relevant to the sport development industry. In addition to their comprehensive theoretical and practical academic framework, students are encouraged to build up a portfolio of UKCC coaching qualifications, work-based learning and voluntary experiences during their time at University.

Year One:
A foundation year that is common to all sport courses which includes:

  • Introduction to the Research Process*
  • Introduction to Personal Development Planning
  • Sport in Society*
  • Introduction to Sport Development
  • Understanding Sport Management
  • Sports Principles and Techniques (practical sport module)

Option modules:
Choose one from:

  • Introduction to Coaching Science*
  • Introduction to Physical Activity, Health and Special Populations

and choose one from:

  • Introduction to Sport and Exercise Physiology*
  • Sport Biomechanics & Functional Anatomy
  • Psychology of Sport and Exercise Science

* Module also available through medium of Welsh

Year Two:
Compulsory Modules:

  • Research Process*
  • Professional Development Profiling
  • Sport Marketing
  • Sport Development in Practice
  • Collaboration for Sport Development
  • Operations Management of Sport

Option modules:
Choose one from:

  • Coaching Science*
  • Physical Activity, Health & Special Populations
  • Socio-cultural Issues in Sport*
  • Ethics in Sport

* Module also available through medium of Welsh

Choose one from:

  • Entrepreneurship in Practice
  • Student Volunteering
  • Sport in Context

And choose two from Sport Techniques and Analysis (Practical Sport Modules):

  • Games
  • Body Management
  • Outdoor Activities

Year Three:
Compulsory Modules

  • Independent Project or Enterprise Project
  • Strategic Management for Sport
  • Applied Sport Consulting

Option modules:
Choose one from:

  • Advanced Coaching Science*
  • Work Experience
  • Marketing & Event Management
  • Developing Communities through Sport
  • Advanced Physical Activity, Health and Special Populations
  • Sociology of Sport*
  • Sport and Culture
  • Ethical Issues in Sport

* Module also available through medium of Welsh

And choose two from ‘Analysis and Application’ (Sport Technology modules):

  • Gymnastics
  • Trampolining
  • Dance
  • Rugby Union
  • Soccer
  • Hockey
  • Netball
  • Basketball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Athletics
  • Squash
  • Badminton
  • Cricket
  • Swimming
  • Water Polo
  • Outdoor Pursuits
  • Health Related Exercise

Career Potential

Our graduates follow careers in teaching, coaching, leisure/sports management, and community sports development. Past graduates have, and continue to obtained employment in local authorities, national governing bodies, sports councils, sports marketing companies, event management organisations the adventure activity industry and the university sector or been accepted onto management trainee programmes; others have undertaken further study at master’s level or undertaken a PGCE.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have a strong sporting profile, five GCSE passes including English and Maths at grade C or above plus:

  • 280 points from at least 3 A Levels / Scottish Advanced Highers to include grades BB within a relevant subject, General Studies excluded
  • QCF BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Distinction Merit to include 12 Distinctions overall within a relevant subject
  • 280 points from the Irish Leaving Certificate at Highers to include 3 x B1 grades to include a relevant subject (minimum grade C2 considered)
  • Pass Access with 45 credits at Level 3 to include 15 credits with Distinction within a relevant subject
  • 280 points from the Welsh Baccalaureate to include grades BB at A Level within a relevant subject, General Studies excluded, Core counted as fourth subject
  • Qualifications equivalent to the above

If your qualification isn't listed above, please refer to the UCAS website.

For applicants only undertaking 2 A Levels / 12-unit BTEC or equivalent, other qualifications and sporting achievements will be considered.

Successful applicants will be invited to a Sport Specific Applicant Day as part of the application process. For more information about Sport Open and Applicant Days, please click here.

Successful applicants are expected to give first priority to the university sports teams throughout their undergraduate careers.

Applicants are advised not to make multiple applications for other undergraduate degree courses within the School of Sport, as applicants can change option.

Key Facts

UCAS Code(s): C602

Campus: Cyncoed

School: Cardiff School of Sport

Course Length: Three years full-time

Also available part-time and can be up to eight years. The part-time students join the full-time students for all modules. Therefore most of the modules are completed between 9.00am and 6.00pm on weekdays.

Assessment:
You will take formal examinations and be continuously assessed via course work. A major dissertation independent or enterprise project is submitted in the final year.

How to Apply:
Applications for this course should be made online to UCAS at http://www.ucas.com/

For further information please visit our How to Apply pages at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/howtoapply.

International Applicants:
Before making an application, international students (those outside of the EU), should contact the International Office at Cardiff Met to discuss the necessary procedures in relation to studying with us. For further information visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/international

Selection Procedure:
Selection is based on the receipt of a completed UCAS application and attendance to a Sport Applicant Day.

Tuition Fees and Financial Support:
For up to date information on tuition fees and the financial support that may be available please refer to www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/fees.

Bursaries & Scholarships:
The university also offers a bursary and scholarship scheme to help students whilst at university. To see if you are eligible, visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/scholarships.

Contact Us

For general enquiries please contact the Student Recruitment Team on 029 2041 6044 or email courses@cardiffmet.ac.uk

For course specific enquiries, please contact the School Administrator:
Email: css@cardiffmet.ac.uk
Tel: 029 2041 6591

Come and see us
If you’d like to find out more, then why not come and see us at one of our undergraduate Open Days. To book a place, click here.

See Also:
Cardiff School of Sport Website