Programme Specification
This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the
learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she
takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
Sources of information on the programme can be found in Section 17
1.
Awarding Institution / Body
University of Central Lancashire
2.
Teaching Institution and Location of
Delivery
University of Central Lancashire, Preston Campus
3.
University Department/Centre
School of Sport and Wellbeing
4.
External Accreditation
None
5.
Title of Final Award
BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning
6.
Modes of Attendance offered
Full-time, part-time, sandwich
7.
UCAS Code
CB69 short code BSc/SC
8.
Relevant Subject Benchmarking
Group(s)
Hospitality Leisure Sport & Tourism 2008
9.
Other external influences
UK Strength & Conditioning Association
British Weightlifting
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
BASES
November 2014 (updated June 2015)
10. Date of production/revision of this
form
11. Aims of the Programme
The Aims of the BSc (Hons) Strength & Conditioning programme are to:
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Develop a strength & conditioning coach who integrates theory into safe, effective
and contemporary practice, through Research Informed Teaching.
Provide students with the opportunity to develop the specific and transferable
skills, thereby developing the Employability and Enterprise of graduates.
Enable students to recognise and reflect upon their role within the athlete’s
multidisciplinary support team.
Enable students to critically appraise and reflect upon their practise, particularly
within International contexts, using the best available evidence, and maintain an
on-going commitment to their own development and that of the profession.
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To enhance the understanding of Sustainability issues relating to the area of
Strength and Conditioning, with particular regard to the health and wellness of
clients, and wider benefits to society.
12. Learning Outcomes, Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
A. Knowledge and Understanding
e.g.
A1
Apply & evaluate critically, knowledge relevant to Strength & Conditioning practice
A2
Critically evaluate national and international approaches to Strength & Conditioning
practice, as well as its potential impact on the wider physical activity agenda, in order
to contribute to informed debate and influence practice.
Teaching and Learning Methods
 Lead/key lectures, group work, seminars, small group tutorials, workshops, discussions, debates,
problem based learning, practical skills sessions, distance learning, case studies, directed study, research,
portfolio development, Elearn (managed learning environment), interprofessional learning & working,
group reflection, personal development planning, self directed study, student presentations.
Assessment methods
 MCQ exams, written assignments (including reflective writing, traditional essays, research proposals,
literature reviews), practical exams, oral exams, presentations - individual & group, posters, , portfolio,
personal development planning,
B. Subject-specific skills
e.g.
B1
Undertake & evaluate the results of appropriate screening/needs analysis with the
athlete.
B2
Manipulate key scientific principles in order to develop and deliver effective and
progressive training programmes
B3
Maintain records with due regard to professional, ethical and legal standards.
B4
Skilfully apply and adapt a range of safe and effective strength & conditioning skills
according to individual need.
B5
Negotiate agreed and appropriate goals with the athlete/client which reflect SMART
principles (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic & timed).
B6
Adopt & maintain professional behaviour in line with relevant professional standards.
B7
Effectively monitor and evaluate performance and adapt programmes accordingly.
Teaching and Learning Methods
 Lead/key lectures, group work, seminars, small group tutorials, workshops, discussions, debates,
problem based learning, practical skills sessions, distance learning, case studies, directed study, research,
clinical placements, portfolio development, Elearn (managed learning environment), interprofessional
working, personal development planning, self directed study, student presentations,.
Assessment methods
 MCQ exams, written assignments (including reflective writing, traditional essays, research proposals,
literature reviews), practical exams, oral exams, presentations - individual & group, posters , portfolio,
personal development planning,
C. Thinking Skills
e.g.
C1
Design & rationalise strength & conditioning programmes which meet individual needs.
C2
Critically evaluate individual responses to assigned programmes.
C3
Develop and debate appropriate ideas for research.
C4
Identify and reflect upon the limits of own practice and through reflective practice plan
appropriate development activities.
C5
Critically evaluate the best available evidence to underpin strength & conditioning
practice.
Teaching and Learning Methods
 Lead/key lectures, group work, seminars, small group tutorials, workshops, discussions, debates,
problem based learning, practical skills sessions, distance learning, case studies, directed study, research,
portfolio development, Elearn (managed learning environment), interprofessional learning & working,
group reflection, personal development planning, self directed study, student presentations.
Assessment methods
 Written assignments (including reflective writing, traditional essays, research proposals, literature
reviews), practical exams, oral exams, presentations - individual & group, posters , portfolio, personal
development planning,
D. Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
e.g.
D1
Rationalise the appropriate use of a variety of current technologies
D2
Use the processes of personal development planning to effectively manage their own
learning.
D3
Demonstrate an effective range of communication skills, including a range of digital
media
D4
Make a significant and effective contribution to team working.
Teaching and Learning Methods
 Lead/key lectures, group work, seminars, small group tutorials, workshops, discussions, debates,
problem based learning, practical skills sessions, distance learning, case studies, directed study, research,
portfolio development, Blackboard (managed learning environment), interprofessional learning &
working, group reflection, personal development planning, self directed study, student presentations
Assessment methods
 Written assignments (including reflective writing, traditional essays, research proposals, literature
reviews), practical exams, oral exams, presentations - individual & group, posters , portfolio, personal
development planning,
13. Programme Structures*
Level
Level 6
Module
Code
XS3900
XS3102
XS3204
XS3101
TL3150
TL3146
XS3200
XS3604
Level 5
XS2030
XS2500
PS2710
XS2031
Level 4
XS2032
TL2061
XS2200
XS2100
XS2102
XS2601
XS1078
XS1100
XS1104
XS1200
XS1700
XS1106
XS1600
Module Title
Double Research Project (Comp)
Advances in Sports Ergonomics (Comp)
Advanced Methods in Performance Assessment
& Conditioning (Comp)
Biomechanics of Posture and Injury in Sport (O)
Careers in Sport (O)
Psychology for Sport Performance (O)
Exercise Referral (O)
Nutrition for Strength and Conditioning
Practitioners (O) – available for Army S&C
students only
Performance & Evaluation in Strength &
Conditioning (Comp)
Essentials of Sport Training & Conditioning
(Comp)
Research Methods (Comp)
Common Sports Injuries and Injury Prevention
(Comp)
Strength & Conditioning in Practice (Comp)
Essentials of Skill Development (O)
Physiology of Human Performance (O)
Sports Biomechanics (O)
Practical Biomechanics (O)
Sports Nutrition (O)
Functional Anatomy (Comp)
Introduction to Sports Biomechanics (Comp)
Sports Ergonomics and Analysis (Comp)
Introduction to Physiology for Sport & Exercise
Science (Comp)
Introduction to Research Methods (Comp)
Introduction to Exercise Leadership & Gym
Orientation (O)
Intro to Nutrition (O)
14. Awards and Credits*
Credit
rating
40
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
Bachelor Honours Degree in
Strength & Conditioning
Requires 360 credits
including a minimum of 220
at Level 5 and 100 at Level 6
Bachelor Degree in Strength
& Conditioning
Requires 320 credits
including a minimum of 180
at Level 5 or above and 60 at
Level 6.
DiplomaHE Strength &
Conditioning (exit award)
Requires 240 credits
including a minimum of 100
at Level 5
CertificateHE
Requires 120 credits
20
20
20
Exceptionally, students may take up to one 20
credit option at Stage 1 and up to one 20 credit
option at Stage 2 from the School’s module
catalogue and/or a module from the UCLan
Advantage Curriculum Pathway (ie. Language,
Futures, Volunteering modules) provided that
the option contributes to the learning
outcomes of the programme. Permission of
the Course Leader is required.
15. Personal Development Planning
Personal development planning is an integral part of the programme and will be facilitated by the student’s
personal tutor and the completion of a portfolio over the three years of the programme. Students will be introduced
to this at the beginning of the programme within the relevant modules (e.g. XS1700 in year 1) and will run through
each of the 3 years.
As well as the outlined structured support for PDP, students are continually encouraged to reflect on and discuss
their practice
16. Admissions criteria
Programme Specifications include minimum entry requirements, including academic qualifications,
together with appropriate experience and skills required for entry to study. These criteria may be
expressed as a range rather than a specific grade. Amendments to entry requirements may have been
made after these documents were published and you should consult the University’s website for the
most up to date information.
Students will be informed of their personal minimum entry criteria in their offer letter.
Applications are sought from individuals who are 18 years or over and possess the following:
At GCSE/O level: 6 passes at grade C or above, including English, Mathematics and a Science plus one of the
following
280-300 points at A' Level with one in a science based subject
Equivalent levels in Scottish Highers & Irish leaving Certificate
DDM at BTech National Diploma
Appropriate Access Course in a relevant subject area
Applications are also considered from mature students (21 yrs +) who can demonstrate recent study (within the
last 4 years) in an appropriate field, and consideration will be given to experience and Industry related
qualifications.
Entry into year 2 of the course may be considered if candidates can demonstrate relevant academic study, e.g.
relevant Foundation degree.
Students will be expected to have CRB clearance before commencing any experiential work
17. Key sources of information about the programme
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University Website http://www.uclan.ac.uk/information/courses/bsc_hons_strength_and_conditioning.php
UclanSport website
University Prospectus
UCAS website
18. Curriculum Skills Map
Please tick in the relevant boxes where individual Programme Learning Outcomes are being assessed
Programme Learning Outcomes
Module
Level Code
Note:
Module Title
Core (C),
Compulsory
(COMP) or Knowledge and
Option (O)
understanding
Subject-specific Skills
Mapping to other external frameworks, e.g. professional/statutory bodies, will be included within Student Course Handbooks
Thinking Skills
Other skills relevant
to employability and
personal
development
LEVEL 6
TL3510
Careers in Sport
XS3900
Double Research Project
Advanced Methods in Performance
Assessment & Conditioning
XS3204
XS3102
XS3101
TL3146
Psychology For Sport Performance
O
XS2500
COMP
PS2710
Research Methods
COMP
XS2030
XS2032
Essentials of skill Development
Performance & Evaluation in
Strength & Conditioning
XS2031
Strength & Conditioning in Practice
Common Sports Injuries and Injury
Prevention
XS2601
Sports Nutrition
O
O
COMP
B4
B5
B6
B7
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
D1
D2
D3
D4
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COMP
O
Sports Biomechanics
O
Physiology of Human Performance
O
XS2102
Practical Biomechanics
XS1200
Intro to Physiology for Sport &
Exercise Science
COMP
XS1700
Introduction to Research Methods
COMP
XS1078
Functional Anatomy
COMP
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Sports Ergonomics & Analysis
COMP
XS1100
Intro to Sports Biomechanics
COMP
XS1106
B3
COMP
XS2200
Intro to Nutrition
Introduction to Exercise Leadership
& Gym Orientation
B2
O
XS2100
XS1600
B1
O
Exercise Referral
Nutrition for Strength and
Conditioning Practitioners
Essentials of sport Training and
Conditioning
TL2061
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COMP
COMP
XS3604
LEVEL 5
C
Advances in Sports Ergonomics
Biomechanics of Posture & Injury in
Sport
XS3200
LEVEL 4
COMP
A1
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