PART 1 BA PHYSICAL AND SPORT EDUCATION PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION 1 Awarding St Mary s University, Twickenham

PART 1 BA PHYSICAL AND SPORT EDUCATION PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION 1 Awarding St Mary s University, Twickenham institution 2 Partner N/A institution and location of teaching (if applicable) 3 Type of N/A collaborative arrangement (if applicable) 4 Award title Physical and Sport Education 5 Final award BA (Hons) 6 Interim award(s) with award titles Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) (if specific titles have been designated) 7 School with Education, Theology and Leadership responsibility for the programme 8 Language of English study 9 Joint Honours combinations BA/BSc Physical and Sport Education may be taken as a Single or Combined Honours programme. When combined with another programme, it is available in the following combinations: Physical and Sport Education with another subject (majoring in Physical and Sport Education); Physical and Sport Education and another subject (equalling in Physical and Sport Education); Another subject with Physical and Sport Education (minoring in Physical and Sport Education). 10 UCAS code CX6H 11 JACS code X100, X110, X151, X161, X200, X210, X300, X320, X370, C600, C640, N880 12 Professional, N/A Statutory or Regulatory Body (PSRB) accreditation / recognition 13 QAA subject benchmark or other relevant external The aims of the Physical and Sport Education degree programme are informed by the University and School Mission Statement, the QAA Benchmarking Statement for Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism and the SEEC level descriptors. reference point 14 Normal Normal completion time: 1

completion time and maximum duration of study Full-time study three years Part-time study six years The overall duration of an undergraduate degree programme of study from initial registration to completion shall be no less than three years of full-time study. However, the overall duration of study at each level of the programme, from initial registration to completion, shall not exceed four consecutive semesters for FHEQ Level 4 (1st year), five consecutive semesters for FHEQ Level 5 (2nd year), and five consecutive semesters for FHEQ Level 6 (3rd year). Therefore, the overall duration of a student s programme in English shall not exceed fourteen consecutive semesters. The standard duration of study is three academic years full time. However, there is provision for a complete placement year following the end of the second year (Level 5) and prior to commencement of the Level 6 programme. A full-time BA undergraduate student will normally register for 120 credits worth of modules in an academic year. Exceptionally, where a student is trailing credit from previous levels, or by approval of the Academic Registrar on the advice of the Programme Director, they may register for a maximum of 140 credits at Levels 4, 5 and 6 in any one academic year. A full-time undergraduate student must register for no less than 40 credits and no more than 100 credits per semester. A regular part-time student must register for between 40 to 80 credits per academic year. No regular part-time student may take more than 80 credits worth of modules in any one academic year, excluding any modules that are resits, unless this is permitted under the Programme Specification and/or with the approval of the Academic Registrar. 15 Mode of study Students may attend the programme on a full-time or part-time basis, or mix both modes of study during their programmes. 16 Mode of delivery Face to face 17 Date approved?? and name of authorised body 18 Applies to students commencing study in (month/year) September 2017 19 Summary of the programme PART 2 CURRICULUM SPECIFIC DETAILS The Physical and Sport Education degree at St Mary s provides you with a critical understanding of the physical, social, pedagogical and educational aspects of Physical Education and Sport. This will take place through a theoretical and applied approach that requires students to engage as active learners in a variety of practical and theoretical contexts. 20 Aims of the programme AIMS AND DESIRED LEARNING OUTCOMES Primary Aims and Outcomes of the Programme 2

The aims of the Physical and Sport Education degree programme are informed by the University and School Mission Statement, the QAA Benchmarking Statement for Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism and the SEEC level descriptors. The programme aims to: Provide a framework within which students can achieve the depth of understanding of Physical and Sport Education that develops their vocational and academic potential. Enhance the employability of students in the context of employers expectations of subject knowledge and practical experience through the provision of both voluntary and career focused work base learning opportunities. Align with the Aims [5] of the University and ensure that the development of knowledge and expertise benefits business and the wider community, enabling students to investigate Physical and Sport Education through learning constructs that activate, accelerate and innovate learning through their focus on one or more of the disciplines. Enable students to participate effectively within society through the development of transferable, practical and cognitive skills through theoretical and applied contexts within all disciplines. Desired Learning Outcomes On successful completion of the programme, and in the wider context of their combined programme of study, students will have achieved the following learning outcomes: Developed understanding of the key concepts underpinning Physical and Sport Education and related disciplines Built on pre-existing skills in academic, applied and vocational contexts and developed them to a more advanced level Developed their ability to critically reflect on their own and others learning through the study and analysis of applied concepts, theories and data Undertaken an independent study of a topic relating to Physical and Sport Education and be equipped for further study at post graduate level and in the context of continuing professional development Developed an appreciation, awareness and critical understanding of the diversity of cultures, communities and social phenomena in at least one of the disciplines Developed the ability to appreciate and critically evaluate their own and others performance within professional and cultural frameworks 21 Criteria for admission Programme entrance requirements Candidates must satisfy the general admissions requirements of St Mary s University (general admissions policy available on request). Standard offers will normally be made at 260 points at GCE A Level or equivalent (Red Route Entry - prospectus). In the case of GCE A Level - of these 260 points at least 180 points must usually be from 2 GCE A Levels (grades B and C). Alternatively vocational A Levels or BTEC (merit, merit, distinction) are accepted. Candidates must have at least one 6 unit qualification. In addition 3

GCSE grade C or above in English [or equivalent] is required. Lower offers may be made in some cases, for example for mature students or where the candidate s academic profile is offset by high sporting achievement. Students whose first language is not English must have achieved an overall score of 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with no less than 5.5 in any section. Credit Accumulation and Transfer, and Accreditation of Prior Learning Students who have undertaken study or learning elsewhere may apply for exemption from a proportion of a University programme of study and be given entry with advanced standing (e.g. at a point beyond the beginning of FHEQ Level 4) and exemption from parts of their programme. The learning which may merit advanced standing is as follows: o o Relevant credits, i.e. credits at an appropriate level and in an appropriate subject, earned in another institution or in other institutions; Relevant certificated prior learning. The relevance, status and currency of the prior learning will be considered by the Academic Registrar on the advice of the Programme Director. The University will accept applications for accreditation of prior experiential or uncertificated learning for entry as determined by the Programme Director on the advice of the Academic Registrar. The University will accept applications for the accreditation of prior uncertificated learning for particular modules as outlined in the regulations for programmes of study. 23 Programme learning outcomes 22 Scheduled learning time (the number of guided learning hours (GLH) is 10 hours per 1 credit http://www.qaa.ac.uk/en/publication s/documents/cont act-hoursstudent.pdf) Type of learning time Number of Expressed as % hours Contact time 636 18% Placement/workbased 108 3% learning hours Guided learning 0 0% hours Independent study 2856 79% time TOTAL 3600 100% Programme Learning Outcomes The Programme provides opportunities for students to achieve and demonstrate the following learning outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding: 1. Knowledge and understanding of the disciplines which underpin human structure and function in Physical and Sport Education contexts 2. Knowledge and understanding of the factors which influence and enhance physical education teaching and learning 3. Knowledge, understanding and critical appreciation of the factors which 4

influence and enhance sport pedagogy settings 4. Critical understanding of the disciplines in which students choose to specialise 5. Ability to apply empirical knowledge in a critically reflective manner and in a variety of settings, so enabling enhancement of performance and learning in an evidenced based manner Cognitive Skills able to: 6. Employ the theoretical concepts of Physical and Sport Education in applied contexts 7. Think logically and in increasingly abstract and critical terms when addressing particular issues and solving problems relevant to Physical and Sport Education settings 8. Adopt a critical approach to the collection and analysis of data, including the appropriate methods in recording, presentation and discussion/evaluation of data 9. Critically analyse and evaluate a range of literature in the field of Physical and Sport Education Performance and Practice able to: 10. Engage in practical activities using appropriate teaching and coaching skills 11. Undertake practicals/assignments and investigations with due regard for safety and risk assessment 12. Recognise and respond to ethical/moral issues relating to Physical and Sport Education 13. Plan design, execute and communicate critical understanding through a sustained pedagogical study/placement using appropriate media and techniques 14. Collect, record and analyse data and reflect on research informed practice Personal and Enabling Skills able to: 15. Communicate ideas on paper in a fluent and articulate manner 16. Communicate orally in an effective and critically reflective manner 17. Plan and manage learning either/both independently and/or as part of a team 18. Make appropriate use of information technology 5

24 Programme structure and module requirements FHEQ Level 4 BA Single Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education Students are required to complete 120 FHEQ Level 4 modules which includes the foundation set of six core modules. BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Major) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in Physical and Sport Education with another subject ( majoring ) are required to take a minimum of 40 credits at FHEQ Level 4 (designated core). BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Equal) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in Physical and Sport Education and another subject ( equalling ) are required to take a minimum of 40 credits at FHEQ Level 4 (designated core). BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Minor) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in another subject with Physical and Sport Education ( minoring ) are required to take a minimum of 40 credits at FHEQ Level 4 (designated core). Code Title No. of Sem of Module status credits delivery PSE4002 Holistic Development of the Young Person 20 1 Core for single & joint PSE4005 The Foundations of Teaching and Learning in 20 1 Core for single & joint PE and Sport PSE4006 An Introduction to Sport Pedagogy 20 1 Core for single PSE4003 Introduction to Teaching and Coaching Games 20 2 Core for single PSE4004 Introduction to Creative 20 2 Core for single PSE4007 FHEQ Level 5 and Individual Activities Learning to Learn: Educational Research 20 2 Core for single BA Single Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education Students wishing to study Physical and Sport Education for single will be required to take a minimum of 100 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 5 (including designated core modules). The remaining 20 credits at level 5 may be taken from the programme or from the wider University curriculum. Students must take the Community Placement: Sporting Envoy module (20PSE5002) at Level 5. BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Major) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc 6

degree in Physical and Sport Education with another subject ( majoring ) are required to accumulate no fewer than 60 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 5. Majoring students are required to undertake the Community Placement: Sporting Envoy module and Teaching and Learning: Research Methods at FHEQ Level 5. BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Equal) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in Physical and Sport Education and another subject ( equalling ) are required to accumulate no fewer than 40 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 5. Equalling students are required to undertake the Community Placement: Sporting Envoy module at Level 5. BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Minor) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in another subject with Physical and Sport Education ( minoring ) are required to accumulate no fewer than 60 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 5. All 60 credits can be drawn from FHEQ Level 5 [a minimum of 40 credits must be drawn from Level 5] of the Physical and Sport Education programme. Code Title No. of credits PSE5002 PSE5013 PSE5014 PSE5015 PSE5023 PSE5026 PSE5001 PSE5024 PSE5025 PSE5033 Community Placement: Sporting Envoy Creating a Positive Learning Environment in PE Adapted Physical & Sport Activity Assessment and Analysis in PE and Sport Teaching and Coaching Games Physical Education for Early Years / Primary Teaching and Learning: Research Methods Teaching and Coaching Individual Activities Human Movement Anatomy and Physiology Leadership, Management and Legislation in PE and Sport 7 Sem of delivery Module status 20 1 Core for single / majoring/ equalling 20 1 Option for joint 20 1 Option for joint 20 1 Option for joint 20 1 Option for joint 20 1 Option for joint 20 2 Core for single / majoring Core for equalling if not taking equivalent in second subject. 20 2 Option for joint 20 2 Option for joint 20 Not running from 2017-18 Option for joint

PSE5035 PSE5036 Social Issues in Sport and Physical Education Health, Exercise & Sport Psychology onwards 20 2 Option for joint 20 2 Option for joint FHEQ Level 6 BA Single Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education Students wishing to study Physical and Sport Education for single will be required to take 120 FHEQ Level 6 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme, including the 40 credit Research Project. Students must focus on a minimum of one discipline at Level 6 and undertake an accompanying work based placement ( Professional Placement ) that relates to their preferred discipline. BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Major) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in Physical and Sport Education with another subject ( majoring ) are required to accumulate at least 80 Physical and Sport Education credits at FHEQ Level 6. Majoring students must focus on at least one discipline at FHEQ Level 6 and undertake Professional Placement module that relates to their preferred discipline. Majoring students are required to undertake the 40 credit Research Project. optional disciplines Teaching and Learning: Physical Education Sport Pedagogy: Coaching Sport Development: Business, Management, ICT BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Equal) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in Physical and Sport Education and another subject ( equalling ) are required to accumulate at least 60 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 6. BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Minor) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in another subject with Physical and Sport Education ( minoring ) are required to accumulate no fewer than 60 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 5 and FHEQ Level 6. All 60 credits can be drawn from FHEQ Level 5 [a minimum of 40 credits must be drawn from FHEQ Level 5] of the Physical and Sport Education programme. 8

25 Work placements or study abroad 26 Links to industry and employability Code Title No. of credits Sem of delivery Module status PSE6001 Research Project 40 1 Core for single / majoring PSE6002 Professional Placement 20 1 Core for single / majoring PSE6012 PSE6016 PSE6023 PSE6033 PSE6034 PSE6013 PSE6014 PSE6024 PSE6025 PSE6026 Applied Teaching and Learning in PE and Sport Philosophy and Values in Education Applied Teaching and Coaching Games Projects and Initiatives in Sport Global Issues in Physical Education and Sport Teaching in the 21st Century Applied Adapted Physical & Sport Activity Applied Teaching and Coaching Individual Activities Community and Adult Physical Activity The Development of Gifted and Talented Young People 20 1 Option for single/ joint 20 1 Option for single/ joint 20 1 Option for single/ joint 20 1 Option for single/ joint 20 1 Option for single/ joint 20 2 Option for single/ joint 20 2 Option for single/ joint 20 2 Option for single/ joint 20 2 Option for single/ joint 20 Not Option for single/ joint running from 2017-18 onwards PSE6036 International Education 20 2 Option for single/ joint N/A The vocational and applied focus of content and delivery aims to ensure that students are not only challenged academically but that they have opportunities to develop the vocational skills and understanding that facilitate their employability. The importance of the Community Sports Ambassador role sustains the mission of the University, that volunteering is at the heart of community life and is significant in personal and career development. The introduction and subsequent retention of Physical and Sport Education professional standards incorporate tenets of ITE standards and industry based standards for coaching and sport development. The development of this portfolio of standards highlights for students their own development, enables action planning and informed career and application progression. The opportunity to experience working life in a number of contexts across the three disciplines is inherent in this degree programme reflecting the need to 9

enhance career potential for our students. The programme s three disciplines give students guidance in linking modules to career choices. Students can cross disciplines in their module selection. 27 Programme awards This programme conforms to the University Academic Regulations. Eligibility for Awards In order to qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Arts students will be required to accumulate 360 credits; 120 credits at Level 4, 120 credits at Level 5 and 120 credits at Level 6. BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Major) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in Physical and Sport Education with another subject ( majoring ) are required to take a minimum of 40 credits at FHEQ Level 4 (designated core). Students are required to accumulate no fewer than 60 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 5 and at least 80 Physical and Sport Education credits at FHEQ Level 6. Majoring students are required to undertake the Community Placement: Sporting Envoy module and Teaching and Learning: Research Methods at FHEQ Level 5. Students must focus on at least one discipline at Level 6 and undertake Professional Placement module that relates to their preferred discipline. Majoring students are required to undertake the 40 credit Research Project. BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Equal) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in Physical and Sport Education and another subject ( equalling ) are required to take a minimum of 40 credits at FHEQ Level 4 (designated core). Students are required to accumulate no fewer than 40 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 5 and at least 60 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 6. Equalling students are required to undertake the Community Placement: Sporting Envoy module at Level 5. BA/BSc Joint Honours Programme: Physical and Sport Education (Minor) Students wishing to follow a joint programme leading to the BA/BSc degree in another subject with Physical and Sport Education ( minoring ) are required to take a minimum of 40 credits at FHEQ Level 4 (designated core). Students are required to accumulate no fewer than 60 credits from the Physical and Sport Education programme at FHEQ Level 5 and FHEQ Level 6. All 60 credits can be drawn from FHEQ Level 5 [a minimum of 40 credits must be drawn from FHEQ Level 5] of the Physical and Sport Education programme. 28 Programme teaching and learning PART 3 TEACHING, LEARNING & ASSESSMENT Research Enriched Teaching and Learning Critical research informs our teaching and by modelling reflectiveness and continued learning in our own practice we inspire our students to do the same. The programme team have developed a national reputation in Teaching Games 10

strategies for Understanding with the Programme Director a member of the International Advisory Board for Teaching Games for Understanding Special Interest Group which is part of the AISEP International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education. Two staff members are undertaking their PhDs and all tutors hold a Master s degree. Teaching and Learning Strategy Teaching and Learning modules are distinctive in that they offer the latest developments in PE teaching, enabling St Mary s to maintain our national profile. Sport Pedagogy / coaching modules are distinctively educational in their philosophy, structure, content and delivery offering alternatives to more scientific approaches. By focusing on the humanistic perspective in coaching, working with children, older adults, and disability groups, students can be assured of engagement with the most modern child/athlete centred approaches and multiple opportunities to work with community and school groups to hone their skills. Similarly, the Sports Development [management/business/ technology] modules engage students with vocational career orientated skills that will enhance their employability and that reflects gaps in previous provision within this and associated programmes. The programme includes a range of teaching and learning methods which include lectures, seminars, tutorials, group discussions, practical work including individual, group and class activities and guided independent study. FHEQ Level 4: Activation Phase Students will activate their learning by building a competent level of subject knowledge, understanding and experience in professional, practical and theoretical domains. Engaging and exploring practical contexts (teaching and learning) are an integral part of this phase and encourage students to develop their physical competence, tactical awareness and teaching strategies in a variety of sports related environments. Students are introduced to a variety of knowledge across the Physical and Sport Education spectrum to provide them with the skills to make decisions for FHEQ Level 5 ( acceleration phase) that meet their individual needs. FHEQ Level 5: Acceleration Phase Students will accelerate their learning through further development of subject knowledge along with developing the ability to critically compare, analyse, and synthesize information. Opportunities will allow students to probe more deeply into relevant theory and practice to better understand the contexts of Physical and Sport Education. A strong theoretical foundation will assist students in reflecting on theory in practice. Enrichment will come from becoming community contributing citizens. FHEQ Level 6: Innovation Phase Students will innovate to push the barriers of current thinking. Evaluative processes will be developed along with methods for creative and original thought. Students will become autonomous in their learning and independently set systems for advancement of their knowledge and practical competence. Student enrichment opportunities will enhance career preparation and readiness to excel in a diverse world. 11

29 Programme assessment strategy Assessment Strategy: Summary The programme team seek to ensure development between levels. The programme monitors types of assessment to ensure students FHEQ Level 6 assessments have been encountered in FHEQ Levels 4 or 5 and students have had opportunity to develop appropriate skills. There is cohesion to the programme s assessment strategy with academic, applied and vocational skills built into assessments. At each level assessments include written assignments such as essays, reports and literature reviews. Thus is designed to ensure students have opportunity to develop and refine writing skills. The programme recognises the vocational skills required by many students wishing to enter teaching and coaching professions and provide opportunities for students to develop planning and delivery in assessed contexts. This particular aspect of the assessment strategy draws from the very successful academic profile of the PE ITE trainees and the skills they hone through similar applied assessments in preparing for careers in teaching. Professional standards [skills] are presented in a way that ensures transferability to coaching and the sports industry. There is clear development and transferability to skills within particular assessment profiles. For example, students are assisted in understanding how written tasks in FHEQ Level 4 prepare them for research projects in FHEQ Level 6. Examinations, written work and portfolios are expected to be assessed on line as much as possible. Practicals and resource packs are based on delivery of sessions for a range of individuals and the use of ICT / studio code and similar packages are integral to delivery and assessments. Feedback timelines are designated within module guidelines and relate to the University regulations of 3 weeks [term time]. Assessments are an additional means of learning and not solely for testing learning outcomes have been achieved. 30 Student support and guidance 31 Quality management arrangements PART 4 UNIVERSITY SUPPORT We have a dedicated Student Centre in the heart of the University. Our aim is to assist, guide and support students throughout their period of study. The Student Wellbeing Service provides personal 1-1 Counselling in addition to group workshops such as mindfulness. The Disability Service includes both physical disabilities and learning support such as Dyslexia. Mental Health Advisors and Mentors together with an on-site Health Centre. Our Student Life and Guidance Team includes; the Accommodation Services, Student Funding, Pastoral Care & Advice & Guidance. Each student is allocated a Personal Tutor who can assist with any academic advice and support with any personal issues. This programme aligns with the quality assurance requirements of St Mary s University through the following processes: Five yearly cycle of revalidation Ongoing monitoring through the Programme Review process Programme Boards 12

Consideration of marks and graduate profiles at Exam Boards Engagement with programme student representatives Engagement with approved external examiners 13