Physical Education and Sport (Foundation)

Stranmillis University College
Undergraduate FdSc Full-time 2 Years HealthSocial work, childhood, and youth studiesSport and exercise science

A-Level Entry

BC

About this course

A two year, full-time course delivered at Belfast Met, the Foundation Degree consists of 12 compulsory modules: Physical Activity and Sport for Specific Groups, Introduction to Management in Health Physical Activity and Sport, Fitness Testing and Training, Physical Activity Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Practical Studies, Anatomy and Physiology for Sport and Health, Introduction to Health Sport and Exercise Psychology, Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology, Personal Professional Development, Event Management in Health and Physical Activity, Work-Based Experience and Research Project in Health. A range of work-based placements, opportunities to volunteer at live sporting events run by Belfast City Council and project-based assessments complement your academic studies. Successful completion of this course will enable you to progress to Year 2 of the BSc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education and Sport at Stranmillis University College.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BC

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2119 Natural and social science professionals
2223 Speech and language therapists
1224 Leisure and sports managers and proprietors
3111 Laboratory technicians
3219 Health associate professionals
3213 Medical and dental technicians

Course Details

Qualification
Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Belfast
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Health, Social work, childhood, and youth studies, Sport and exercise science