The BSc is a specialist one-year course developed by Newcastle College and accredited by the Society of Sports Therapist and Leeds Metropolitan University which enables students to meet the full requirements of the Society of Sports Therapists. This Society of Sports Therapist accredited programme will, through one final completion year, provide an honours degree and eligibility for membership of the Society of Sports Therapists. It is anticipated that the government through the Health Professional Council will soon require all Sports Therapists to hold a degree and the one year BSc completion awards have been specially designed to meet these requirements. With the build up to the 2012 London Olympics, and concern over the health of the nation, Sport is playing an increasingly important role in society and in people’s leisure times. There is increasing demand for the skills provided by this new qualification. This new degree programme is a redevelopment of our previous Foundation Degree in Sports Therapy to take account of the professional requirements of the Society of Sports Therapists and to respond to developments in the registration of practitioners. The BSc will equip students with the skills and expertise in such areas as exercise prescription, sports massage, and electrotherapy and in skills in the rehabilitation of the injured athlete or sports participant. NB: there is a requirement in Yr3 of the programme for students to work in an appropriate capacity as a Sports Therapist & to work in a professional capacity. Although the college will assist the student with finding appropriate placement opportunities at all stages of the course, the responsibility for this lies with each student. Vocational expertise in Gym Instruction and Exercise training must be demonstrated. This is usually achieved by the student possessing an appropriate level 3 vocational qualification (eg CYQ Gym Instructor).
Start Date: 20 September 2010
Duration: 2 years
Class Days/Times: Various / Various
Venue: Lifestyle Academy, Rye Hill Campus | |
Those students who want to progress to gain professional accreditation. Those students who wish to progress to honours degree level, through a vocationally orientated study pathway.
You will study:
Level 6 (BSc Hons)
- Project (40)
- Professional Competencies (20)
- Reflective Client based practice (60)
The minimum entry requirements are:
Foundation Degree in Sports Therapy or a related subject area with compatible units with a minimum average of 60% at level 5. If English is your second language you must have an IELTS score of 6.0. Criminal Records Bureau Check (which will be arranged by Newcastle College on enrolment)
You will learn through a variety of different methods including:
* Formal lectures
* Oral presentations
* Practical sessions
* Classroom activity
* Seminars
* Discussions/debates
* Group work
* Presentations
* Work based learning
You will be assessed through: Written reports, essays, presentations, time constrained assessments, class activities, vocationally based projects, case studies, examinations and practical tasks (such as massage or treatment)
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy (awarded by Leeds Met University)
At the end of the course, successful students should be able to demonstrate to prospective employers that they have the personal skills, experience and academic background to meet the needs of the industry. Successful students will be offered progression to the BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy (awarded by Leeds Met University) at Newcastle College. Students can also progress to employment or self-employment within the sport and leisure industry.
Sports Therapist, GP referral programmes, Exercise and lifestyle consultancy, self-employment or a career in the Exercise Industry.
Please call (0191) 200 4000 or email
enquiries@ncl-coll.ac.uk to confirm the fee for this course.
Course costs may be subject to change. These quoted course costs may not apply for Further Education students resident in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland but are applicable to students from England and the remainder of the EU. They do not apply to international students from outside the EEA who should contact our International Office for information on course and other costs (telephone +44 191 226 6289 or email international@ncl-coll.ac.uk.
You will normally have to pay for course items such as stationery, books and equipment. Some courses have placements or visits which may have costs attached.
If you need information on any financial support that may be available to help you with fees or study costs on this course, please see our leaflet entitled ‘Free study and help with study costs’ which is available from Student Services based in Rye Hill House (see contact details below). Student Services can also offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.The image of the sports of professional is important and we would therefore encourage you to purchase a Newcastle College Sports Uniform consisting of polo shirt, performance t shirt, hooded top and navy blue tracksuit trousers to be worn for all practical activities, this will be available to order through the sports department. You will normally have to pay for course items such as stationery, books and equipment. You will also be encouraged to participate in study trips, which will vary in cost depending on the nature of the trip. You can apply for help with these and other living costs – ask us for a copy of our Money Maze leaflet for details. You will also be required to apply for a Criminal Records Bureau check during your induction. The cost for this is approx £36 (NB: this may increase for 09/10).
All part time Higher Education students now have to pay tuition fees. If you are a new student or are enrolling on to a new course, such as a part time top up degree, your fees will be based on the number of credits you will study per year. For 2010/2011 the fee will be £200 per 20 credits studied. You can calculate your fee from the number of credits per module listed on this information sheet. For example, 120 credits for 2010/2011 will have a fee liability of £1,200. You may be eligible for a non repayable Student Loan Company grant towards these costs. How much you will need to pay and what help is available to you will depend upon your previous study record and your family circumstances. For further information, please see our leaflet entitled ‘A guide to Student Finance – Higher Education at Newcastle College’ which is available from Student Services (contact details below).
Please note: This applies to UK/EU citizens (with some exceptions) only. If you are an international student (from outside the EU), please contact our International Office for information on course and other costs. Telephone +44 191 226 6323 or email
international@ncl-coll.ac.uk.You can only apply electronically using the web-based on-line application system www.ucas.com
When you apply, you will need the UCAS code for your chosen course (see the course listing in the prospectus). You will also need Newcastle College’s institution name and code.
The institution name is NCAST.
The institution code is N23.
If you have any problems with the online application, contact UCAS by phone: 0870 11 222 11 or email: enquiries@ucas.ac.uk.
If you have a query about this course or would like advice on your study options, contact Student Services, based in Rye Hill House at Rye Hill Campus. If you need information in another format (e.g. large print) or another language, please ask.
Student Services is open:
During College term time:
8.30am–6.00pm Monday–Wednesday,
9.30am–6.00pm Thursday,
8.30am–4.30pm Friday.
During College holidays:
8.30am–5.00pm Monday–Wednesday,
9.30am–5.00pm Thursday,
8.30am–4.30pm Friday.
The telephone enquiry service closes at 6.30pm (4.30pm on Fridays) and is open from 9.00am until 12.30pm on a Saturday.
You can contact us:
In person: Student Services, Rye Hill House, Rye Hill Campus, Scotswood Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7SA.
By phone: (0191) 200 4000 By fax: (0191) 200 4517 By minicom: (0191) 272 3304
By e-mail: enquiries@ncl-coll.ac.uk
By post: Student Services, Newcastle College, FREEPOST NT920, Scotswood Road,
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7SA (you do not need a stamp).
Website: www.newcastlecollege.co.uk
Newcastle College welcomes diversity in its student population – valuing differences in race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief, class and age. We actively oppose discrimination, aim to remove all conditions that put people at a disadvantage, strive to improve access and to provide outstanding support.
We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment. We have produced a Valuing Diversity policy, a Race Equality statement, a Disability Equality Scheme and a Gender Equality Scheme which set out our response to statutory obligations and our approach to the active promotion of equality and diversity. Please discuss your support needs with us and we will make every effort to make adjustments to help you succeed.
Note: We try to ensure that information is accurate but accept no liability for errors and reserve the right to make changes without notice. 2009