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Regulations for the Honours Degree Programme in
Sport Management
These Programme Regulations apply to the conduct of the programme in the
2012-13 session and should be read in conjunction with University Regulation XX
and the relevant Module Specifications. These Programme Regulations may be
subject to change from time to time. Notice of change will be given by the School
responsible for the programme.
1.1
School with administrative responsibility:
School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences
1.2
The programme leads to the Degree of Bachelor of Science.
1.3
The duration of the programme is six semesters, or eight semesters if students
pursue a placement for one year, between Parts B and C, which leads to the
award of Diploma in Professional Studies. It is the responsibility of the student to
arrange an approved placement for Professional Studies. Transfer of
registration between the 6 semeser and 8 semester programmes is at the
discretion of the Programme Director, except where it is not possible to arrange
an approved placement. In this case, the student will remain registered on the 6
semeser programme and will not be eligible for the award of Diploma in
Professional Studies.
1.4
The programme is normally available on a full-time basis only. In exceptional
circumstances, students may seek approval through the Programme Director to
stretch their degree, within the University’s Stretched Degree Policy (Sport) and
subject to approval of Academic Registry.
Content
Code
PSA001
BSA512
PSA003
PSA024
PSA044
PSA011
PSA020
Part A - Introductory Modules
Module title
Teaching and Coaching 1
The Leisure Market
IT for Sport and Exercise Sciences
Introduction to Sociology of Sport
The Sport Industries
Sport, Exercise and Health Pedagogies
Exercise Physiology
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20
10
10
10
20
10
10
1&2
1
1
1
1
1
1
Compulsory or
Optional
2.1
Semester
2.
Structure
Modular weight
1.
O
C
C
C
C
O
O
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PSA028
BSA510
BSA530
PSA002
PSA026
PSA041
Or
Biomechanics of Sport
Environment of Leisure Management
Organisation & Management
Fitness and Training
Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology
Olympic Studies
Part A module(s) from the University Undergraduate Module
Catalogue or a module from the University Wide Language
Programme, subject to approval by Programme Director
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
Or
20
1
2
2
2
2
2
1
Or
2
O
C
C
O
O
O
O
Compulsory and optional modules must be taken such that the total modular weight for
the year is 120 credits, with a minimum modular weight of 50 in each semester.
Students who opt for a 50/70 or 70/50 split of credit weightings must have the
permission of the Programme Director.
Module title
Teaching and Coaching 2
Sport and Exercise Pedagogy
Exercise Physiology 2
Part B module(s) from the University Undergraduate Module
Catalogue or a module from the University Wide Language
Programme, subject to approval by Programme Director
BSB510 Management of Human Resources
BSB520 Principles of Marketing for Sport and Leisure
BSB530 Financial Reporting
PSB005 Research Skills B1
PSB051 Foundations of Sports Law
PSB011** Sport and Exercise Pedagogy (E1)
PSB021** Exercise Physiology 2 (E1)
PSB024 Making Sense of Modern Sport
PSB027 Acquiring Movement Skills
PSB029 Biomechanics of Sports Movements
PSB031 Psychological Issues and Strategies in Sport
BSB522 The Marketing Mix for Sport and Leisure
BSB532 Accounting for Managers
PSB006 Research Skills B2
PSB044 Sport Policy and Politics in Culturally Diverse Societies
PSB052 Managing Sport Organisastions
PSB015 Sport, Ideologies and Values
PSB026 Psycho-social Factors in Competitive Sport
PSB028 Methods of Analysis in Sports Biomechanics
PSB030 Critical Inquiry in Physical Activity andHealth
PSB398* Exchange Studies
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20 1&2
20 1&2
20 1&2
10
1
Or &/Or
20
2
10
1
10
1
10
1
10
1
10
1
10
1
10
1
10
1
10
1
10
1
10
1
10
2
10
2
10
2
10
2
10
2
10
2
10
2
10
2
10
2
60
2
Compulsory or
Optional
Code
PSB001
PSB010
PSB211
Or
Semester
Part B - Degree Modules
Modular weight
2.2
O
O
O
O
C
C
C
C
C
O
O
O
O
O
O
C
C
C
C
C
O
O
O
O
O
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* Subject to Programme Director approval, students may be selected for exchange at an
International Partner University for the duration of the second semester. It is the
responsibility of students undertaking PSB398 International Exchange to ensure that all
semester 1 assessment arrangements are in place prior to departure from the School.
** These modules available to exchange students only.
Compulsory and optional modules must be taken such that the total modular weight for
the year is 120 credits, with a minimum modular weight of 50 in each semester.
Students who opt for a 50/70 or 70/50 split of credit weightings must have the
permission of the Programme Director.
2.3
Part I - Placement (8 semester programme only)
Candidates on degree programmes with professional training will register for the noncredit bearing placement module PSI001.
3.
40
10
10
20
20
20
1&2
1
1
1
2
2
Compulsory or
Optional
Module title
Dissertation
Fundamentals of Strategic Management
Advanced Sports Marketing
Sport Policy Analysis
Sports Economics
Sports Governance
Semester
Code
PSC003
BSC565
PSC045
PSC049
PSC046
PSC047
Part C - Degree Modules
Modular weight
2.4
C
C
C
C
C
C
Assessment
3.1 Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
In order to progress through the programme and to qualify for the award of degree, candidates
must satisfy the minimum requirements as set out in Regulation XX plus any additional
programme requirements specified below.
3.1.1
To progress from Part A to Part B, candidates must accumulate at least
100 credits in Part A as well as achieving at least 30% in all modules
taken in part A.
3.1.2
To progress from Part B to the period of professional training, or to Part
C, candidates must accumulate at least 100 credits in Part B as well as
achieving at least 30% in all modules taken in Part B.
3.1.3
To qualify for the award of a degree, candidates must accumulate at least
100 credits in Part C as well as achieving at least 30% in all modules
taken in Part C.
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3.2 Relative weightings of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final
Degree Classification.
Candidates’ final degree classification will be determined on the basis of their
performance in degree level Module Assessments in Parts B and C, in accordance
with the scheme set out in Regulation XX. The average percentage marks for each
Part will be combined in the ratio Part B 40: Part C 60, to determine the final
Programme Mark.
3.3 Re-assessment
Provision will be made in accordance with Regulation XX for candidates who have
the right of re-assessment in Parts A, B or C of the programme to undergo reassessment in the University’s special assessment period (unless modules not
available for reassessment in the Special Assessment period are involved).
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