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School of Biomedical Sciences

Programme Specification

BSc (Hons) Health and Fitness ( 2703 )

1. BSc (Hons) Health and Fitness

Final award title: BSc (Hons) Health and Fitness

UCAS code C60 6

JACS code B

2. Awarding Institution: University of Plymouth

Teaching institution(s): University of Plymouth

3. Accrediting body(ies) N/A

4. Distinctive Features of the Programme and the Student Experience

The degree in Health and Fitness meets an emerging need for suitably qualified individuals who can work in a range of contexts, leisure centres, sports clubs, gyms, play schemes, and bring skills of critical analysis, evaluation and planning to these areas of employment. It is the only provision in the South West of England that addresses this need through cross-regional provision, using the University of Plymouth Partner College network. This creates a point of access to higher education for many able individuals who might otherwise be denied. The structure initially aims to develop student’s abilities in the fundamental areas of health and fitness. In addition to these disciplines, students study aspects of behavioural psychology that will allow them to explore the concept of lifestyle and its possible therapeutic effect. Three modules for this programme are core modules, and students are given a choice of two out of three optional modules. In their year of study, the focus is on the interacting roles of activity and eating behaviours on health through the lifespan, in relation to chronic health conditions and in health promotion. All students undertake a personal research project. The content of the programme is delivered by subject experts from not only our own school but also dietitians and psychologists. Students have a range of learning opportunities - lectures, practicals, tutorials, workshops, skills sessions and revision aids. Assessment is also varied and includes academic coursework, exams, case studies, and reflective practice to enhance student development and initiate self- directed learning processes required for continuing professional development within the workplace. Students are supported by academic staff passionate in delivering research informed teaching and best practice. Students are expected to be equipped with practical and statistical skills, from their Foundation degrees, ready for their final year research project.

5. Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Group(s)

8. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes

This section identifies the knowledge and skills that are developed in the Health and Fitness top-up degree. Since this is a third-year (ie honours ) only, the outcomes are identified accordingly, with the assumption that both certificate (first year) and diploma (second year) level outcomes have been achieved by students progressing to the top-up. In Appendix 2, the learning outcomes are mapped on to the Programme aims and the relevant QAA threshold benchmarking statements (noted in Appendix 1). Each sub-section identifies a learning outcome area and each numbered point represents a component that graduates in Health and Fitness will be able to demonstrate.

8.1. Knowledge and understanding

On successful completion graduates should have developed:

1. Critical understanding of the development of knowledge in the general Health and Fitness domain
2. An understanding of the need for both a multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary approach to study of aspects of Health and Fitness, drawing, as appropriate, from service, research and professional contexts;
3. An understanding of the constituents of Health and Fitness, through both academic and professional reflective practice;
4. Research and problem-solving abilities by critically understanding methods of acquiring, interpreting and analysing information appropriate to Health and Fitness;
5. An understanding and critical awareness of, the moral, ethical, environmental and legal issues which underpin best practice in Health and Fitness

8.2. Cognitive and intellectual skills

On successful completion graduates should be able to:

1. In the context of health and fitness, research and assess subject specific facts, theories, paradigms, principles and concepts;
2. Critically assess and evaluate evidence relating to problems in Health and Fitness;
3. Critically interpret data and text relating to Health and Fitness projects;
4. Apply theoretical Health and Fitness knowledge to the solution of familiar and unfamiliar problems;
5. Develop a reasoned argument and challenge assumptions in Health and Fitness;
6. Take responsibility for their own learning and continuing professional development.

8.3. Key and transferable skills

On successful completion graduates should have developed the ability to:

1. Select appropriate oral and written communication and presentation skills
2. Apply numeracy and C & IT skills
3. Interactive and group skills
4. Demonstrate problem solving skills in their area
5. Reflect and self-appraise on practice
6. Manage and plan their and others’ learning.

8.4. Employment related skills

On successful completion graduates should be able to:

1. Exercise initiative and have the ability to take personal responsibility
2. Make decisions in complex and unpredictable contexts
3. Undertake appropriate further training of a professional or equivalent nature

8.5. Practical skills

On successful completion graduates should have the ability to:

1. Plan, design and execute practical activities in Health and Fitness, using appropriate techniques and procedures
2. Undertake Health and Fitness assessments, in laboratory and field, with due regard for safety and risk assessment
3. Plan, design, execute and communicate a sustained piece of independent intellectual work using appropriate media
4. Recognise and respond to moral, ethical and safety issues which directly pertain to Health and Fitness, including relevant legislation and professional codes of conduct.

9. Admissions Criteria, including APCL, APEL and DAS arrangements

9.1 Qualifications for Entry

BSc (Hons) Health and Fitness is a third year progression route only. The following are the applicable admissions criteria: i. Possession of a Foundation Degree in an appropriate subject. Any Foundation Degree that names this award as an agreed progression route will automatically be deemed suitable. Foundation degrees with current articulation routes are listed in Appendix 3. Progression from other Foundation degrees will be considered on an individual basis depending on module content and at the discretion of the Admissions Tutor. Applicants will normally have achieved an overall mark of 50% or more for their Foundation Degree. Candidates with an overall mark between 40% - 49% will be considered on an individual basis, taking into account references etc. ii A candidate with an HND in an appropriate subject, with 120 level 2 credits and with a majority of merits and distinctions, will be considered on an individual basis. iii. Applications from students who have completed a Foundation degree or an HND and then wish to resume to progress to the BSc (Hons) Health and Fitness after a break of study will be considered by the Admissions Tutor. Students must complete their studies on the progression programme within 6 years of their initial registration on the Foundation Degree. iv Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) and Assessment of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) will be offered, where appropriate, following the University of Plymouth guidelines. The University’s regulations for Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) and Assessment of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) are set out in the ‘University Academic Regulations’. https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/academic-regulations We may also consider admission on the basis of work or life experience. We welcome evidence of prior learning and experience from applicants. Due to the range and mixture of prior qualification and experience applications presenting such evidence will be considered on an individual basis by the Admissions Tutor in consultation with the programmes lead.

be conditional. For non-academic conditions please refer to the course entry requirements page of the relevant degree programme.

12. Exceptions to Regulations

Not applicable

13. Transitional Arrangements

A new programme structure was implemented in summer 2015. From Summer 2017, an additional 0 credit module, BHCS3031 Personal development and employability, was introduced to support and enhance student employability.

14. Appendices:

Appendix 1: Intended Programme learning outcomes map Appendix 2: Assessment vs Modules Mapping

Appendix 1 – Intended Programme learning outcomes map

Graduate Attributes & Skills

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes as worded in the

Programme Specification

Related Modules

Knowledge / Understanding

On successful completion graduates should have developed:

1. Critical understanding of the development of knowledge in the general Health and Fitness domain
2. An understanding of the disciplinary approach to study of aspects of Health and Fitness, drawing, as appropriate, from service, research and professional contexts;
3. An understanding of the constituents of Health and Fitness, through both academic and professional reflective practice;
4. Research and problem-solving abilities by critically understanding methods of acquiring, interpreting and analysing information appropriate to Health and Fitness;
5. An understanding and critical awareness of, the moral, ethical, environmental and legal issues which underpin best practice in Health and Fitness

BHCS30 0 1, BHCS3024, BHCS3025, BHCS3024,

BHCS3022, PSYC

BHCS3025, PSYC392, BHSC

BHCS30 01

BHCS30 0 1, BHCS3023, BHCS3022 BHCS3001,

BHCS3023, BHCS

BHCS30 0 1, BHCS3023, BHCS3022, BHCS

Cognitive / Intellectual Skills

On successful completion graduates should be able to:

1. In the context of health and fitness, research and assess subject specific facts, theories, paradigms, principles and concepts;
2. Critically assess and evaluate evidence relating to problems in Health and Fitness;

BHCS30 0 1, BHCS3024, BHCS3025, BHCS3023,

BHCS3022, PSYC

BHCS30 0 1, BHCS3024, BHCS3025, BHCS3023,

BHCS3022, PSYC

Numeracy skills

On successful completion graduates should have the ability to:

1. Receive and respond to a variety of sources of information: textual, numerical, verbal, graphical
2. Carry out sample selection; record and analyse data in the field and/or the laboratory; ensure validity, accuracy, calibration, precision, replicability and highlight uncertainty during collection
3. Prepare, process, interpret and present data, using appropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques, statistical programmes, spreadsheets and programs for presenting data visually
4. Solve problems by a variety of methods, including the use of computers

BHCS30 01

BHCS30 01

BHCS30 01

BHCS30 01

Communication, presentation and information technology skills

Graduates should be able to:

1. Communicate about their subject appropriately to a variety of audiences using a range of formats and approaches, using appropriate scientific language
2. Cite and reference work in an appropriate manner, including the avoidance of plagiarism
3. Use the internet and other electronic sources critically as a means of communication and a source of information. All modules written for scientific audience lay audience: BHCS3023 (orally) Scientific audience orally: BHCS3022, BHCS30 01 (poster) All modules

Interpersonal and teamwork skills

Graduates should be able to:

1) Identify individual and collective goals and responsibilities and perform

in a manner appropriate to these roles, in particular those being

developed through practical, laboratory and/or field studies

2) Recognise and respect the views and opinions of other team members;

negotiating skills

BHCS30 01

BHCS

BHCS

3) Evaluate performance as an individual and a team member; evaluate the

performance of others

4) Develop an appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of science and of

the validity of different points of view.

BHCS3035, BHCS

Self-management and professional development skills Graduates should be able to:

1. Develop the skills necessary for self-managed and lifelong learning (e.g. working independently, time management, organisational, enterprise and knowledge transfer skills)
2. Identify and work towards targets for personal, academic and career development
3. Develop an adaptable, flexible and effective approach to study and work

BHCS30 0 1, BHCS

BHCS30 0 1, BHCS3023, BHCS

All modules

Employment-related Skills

On successful completion graduates should have the ability to:

1. Exercise initiative and have the ability to take personal responsibility
2. Make decisions in complex and unpredictable contexts
3. The ability to undertake appropriate further training of a professional or equivalent nature All modules BHCS3 031 BHCS30 0 1, BHCS3023, BHCS