Sports Coaching Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

The learning environment and facilities could include lecture theatres, classrooms, technology suites, laboratories and workshops, library and skills labs, art and photography studios, small group and quiet zones. Learning methods will vary according to the programme of study but will include lectures and group tutorials. In addition, seminars, field trips, work placements, role play or scenario activities, laboratory and workshop practical, demonstrations, guest lectures, discussions and debates all contribute to the learning experience to support the acquisition of subject specific skills and knowledge and the development of transferable and employment related skills.

In addition to your Guided Learning contact hours (see Study Hours below), you will also have timetabled meetings with your personal tutor.  

You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the course. The team could include senior academics, professional practitioners with industry experience, demonstrators and technical officers. You can learn more about our staff by visiting our staff profiles.

Timetables

On this course, students generally spend up to 2 days a week in College, if you choose to study the course full-time. As all course timetables are subject to change you should not make definite plans based on this information – this is intended as a guide only. Please remember that you will be expected to carry out work in your own time in addition to the time you spend in College.

Overall workload

Your overall workload consists of class contact hours (Guided Study), Independent Study, and assessment activity, and any field trips which may take place.

See the Study Hours section below for more information.

Academic support

We have a dedicated Student Engagement Team who will be able to provide support in the following areas;

* Study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills)

* Written English

* Academic writing (including referencing)

* Research skills