Sport sciences 2012

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School of Sport and Education

Welcome to

Brunel

Ian Rivers, PhD, CPsychol, FBPsS

Professor of Human Development

Subject Leader, Sport Sciences

History

1798

1966

Today: Excellence in Sport

Our Programmes

• BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences with/without specialism*

*Human Performance, Coaching, Physical Education & Youth

Sport, Management of Sports Development

• BSc (Hons) Business Studies with Sport Sciences

• MSc Sport Sciences with/without specialisms

* Human Performance, Sports Psychology

• MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology (BPS accredited)

• MPhil/PhD

We Offer:• Sandwich programmes (4 years),

providing opportunities for placements

• Internship Opportunities

- Peterborough FC, Saracens, Brentford FC, Watford FC,

Hillingdon Borough Council...

• Community Engagement Opportunities

- summer camps, school sport activities, festivals....

• Study Abroad Opportunities

- San Francisco State University

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Employability

• 96% employability track record after 6-

months

- develop student skills that meet the needs

of the current market place

- develop students as skilled presenters,

team players and independent thinkers

- Provide opportunities to work with us and

the local community, develop transferable skills

What Does the World of Work Want?

‘can do’ attitude / reliability / a good work ethic / honesty and integrity

literacy / numeracy / oral communication / working to deadline / team work – co-operation / punctuality

Personal Skills That Make YOU Employable

Brunel will test these core skillsand help YOU develop them

Institute of Directors (IoD) – Top 10 Skills for Graduate Employability

Partnership

BSc in Sport SciencesAims

• A flexible and developmental learning environment that can facilitate and support diverse learning needs.

• learning opportunities that are integrative and multi-disciplinary in nature - In the first year all students study a broad range of related disciplines which facilitates the pursuit of specialist areas of study.

• To provide a diverse and challenging learning environment that is underpinned by sound teaching and current research.

Aims• To enable students to explore a range of contemporary

and ethical issues.

• To support students in becoming autonomous and independent learners who can engage in individual and collaborative research processes.

• To provide students with an environment that supports and extends critical thinking and discussion.

• To enable students to develop the knowledge, understanding and experience to support employability and/or post graduate study.

Sport Sciences

Sociology

Biomechanics

History

Administration and

Development

Philosophy and Ethics

Coaching

PE

Psychology

Physiology

First Year Modules

• Analytical Skills in Sport and Physical Activity

• Anatomy and Biomechanics

• Coaching and Physical Education

• Foundations of Sport and Exercise Physiology

• The Psychology of Personal Development and

Sport

• Sociology and Management of Sport

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Sport Sciences Degree Courses

• BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences

• BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences (Human Performance)

• BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences (Coaching)

• BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences (Physical Education and Youth Sport)

• BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences (Management of Sport Development)

• BSc (Hons) Business Studies and Sport Sciences

Pathways

Human Performance

• Develop techniques used to monitor,

evaluate and enhance sports performance

in laboratory or field settings.

• Learn how to design, conduct and analyse

experiments with due regard to appropriate protocols, safety and

participant consent.

Pathways

Coaching

• Theory, application and practice of

coaching.

• Working with athletes and understanding

their diverse needs in order to support and

enhance performance.

• Develop professional practice and critical

reflection.

PathwaysPE and Youth Sport

• Theory, application and practice of teaching.

• Develop an integrated, multi-disciplinary knowledge and understanding of children and young people in a sport / PE context.

• Explore issues and values surrounding curriculum, pedagogy and policy within PE.

• To enable students to develop the knowledge, understanding and experience to support applications for a PGCE or employment based routes into teaching.

PathwaysManagement of Sport Development

• Investigate the development of sports

clubs and national and international level

sport organisations.

• Develop knowledge of the function and

policy making in sporting organisations in a political, historical, economical and

social context.

Business Studies and Sport

Sciences� Gives students an informed understanding

of business and management within the sports industry.

� Prepares you for a potential career in sports marketing/management, hospitality,

NGBs, leisure and tourism.

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Second and Third year

• Qualitative and Quantitative Methods of

Analysis Honours Dissertation

• Module choices are based on pathway

routes and specific course choice.

Sandwich Programmes (4 years)

• Increased importance of work-related

learning in Higher Education - Committed to work experience.

• To consolidate, complement and extend the academic programme and enable the

integration of professional practice.

Teaching, Learning and Student

Support

• Diverse range of teaching

methods/strategies aimed at meeting students’ learning needs.

Lectures

• Delivery of knowledge and engagement of

students, tasks, observations, small discussions, assessment of understanding

and progression.

• Skill development – pulling out key

information, note taking, application to a

related context / scenario.

Seminars• Opportunities to explore concepts, raise

questions and challenge assumptions.

• Share and appreciate different

experiences and thoughts.

• Develop critical discussion and analytical

skills.

• Working and communicating with others,

interpersonal skills.

Practical Sessions

• Lab based skills – testing, analysis,

evaluation, protocols.

• Sports skills – subject knowledge,

application of theoretical concepts, scientific basis of movement and effective

coaching / teaching, observational

analysis and intervention.

• Media analysis and production skills.

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Assessment• Individual and group work.

• Analytical and critical skills – essays,

critique of current theory, in depth

investigations (dissertation), debates.

• Knowledge and practical application of

theory – lab reports, coaching plans, performance interventions, exams,

organising events.

• Communication - presentations

Teaching Excellence

� “The well-designed curriculum reflects a broad view of sport sciences and offers appropriate flexibility and choice”

� “Students are particularly appreciative of the friendly and approachable nature of staff and ready availability of academic guidance and pastoral support”

� “Teaching and learning are underpinned and invigorated by the wealth of staff research and professional expertise”

Linking Expertise in Research &

Teaching• Consultancy – English Institute of Sport; British

Cycling; Tennis academies; UK Athletics; Nike.

• NGB’s and policy makers – Sport England; The

FA; UNICEF; NSPCC; Women’s Sport & Fitness Foundation; English Federation for Disability Sport; BASES.

• Organisers for the International Convention on Sport, Science and Medicine.

Supporting Our Students

Personal Tutoring and much more…

The Support TeamThe ‘Management’

• Ms Amanda Croston

• Course Leader, BSc Sport Sciences

• Chair of Undergraduate Courses Committee

• Point of contact for all other course-related matters

• Dr Dan Bishop

• Senior Tutor

• Responsible for Personal Tutoring system

• Chair of the Staff-Student Liaison Committee

• Manage Student Reps

• Chair of the Mitigating Circumstances Panel

• Dr Daniel Rhind

• Deputy Senior Tutor

• Assisting with pastoral care throughout the year

The Support TeamPersonal Tutoring

• In your first year:

• Week 0 (Freshers Week): meet your Personal Tutor

• Week 8: critical writing task

• Week 18: using coursework feedback to improve subsequent

work

• Week 26: module/pathway choices for Year 2

• In your second year:

• Two scheduled meetings

• More individualised approach

• You can take the lead in this

• Your final year:

• Dissertation Supervisor takes on the role of Personal Tutor

• Professional interests more closely allied

• Frequent meetings (6 minimum)

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Freshers WeekYour introduction to Brunel life…

• We provide…

• Sessions on

• Time management and organisation;

• The Personal Tutoring System

• Academic etiquette;

• Essential study skills for university

• Pathway information;

• Expectations at Brunel – yours and ours

• The Borough Road Mile Challenge

• The ‘Sport Sciences Sausage Sizzle’

• The Union lays on…

• Freshers Fair and much more

• The Sports Clubs lay on…

• Sports Trials

• ‘Extra-curricular activities’(!)

Freshers WeekThe Borough Road Mile Challenge

Freshers WeekThe Sport Sciences Sausage Sizzle

Central ServicesThe Disability & Dyslexia Service (DDS)

• AIM:

• To give expert advice and

support to all disabled students

so that they can fulfil their

potential to become confident,

talented and versatile graduates

• Third floor, Bannerman Centre

• Door on left after entrance

• [email protected]

• Opening hours: Monday – Friday;

9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.

• Drop-ins: Wednesday 1 to 4 p.m.

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Central ServicesThe Academic Skills Service (ASK)

• ASK offer workshops, individual

advice and resources on a range of

skills related to your learning:

• Writing and learning; maths and

numeracy; statistics; NEW Headstart

service

• Ground floor of Bannerman Centre;

through Library turnstiles, far right

• [email protected]

• Various drop-in sessions throughout

week

• First come, first served

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Central ServicesThe Placement and Careers Centre (PCC)

• Comprises Job Shop, Placement and

Careers

• AIM:

• To improve the employability of all our

students and graduates

• 1st floor, Bannerman Centre

• [email protected];

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• Opening hours: 9.30 a.m. -4.45 p.m.;

Monday-Friday

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Your Chance to Get Involved…Why become a Student Rep?

• Your opportunity to take control of your destiny

• Learn vital communication skills

• Discussions with peers and members of staff

• Represent your peers

• Add an impressive entry to your CV

• Can be a deal-clincher in a job interview

• Take on any one of a number of senior roles:

• School Rep

• Senior Rep

• Online Learning Resource Management Rep

Sport Sciences General InformationYour ‘first stop’ online information portal

• Freshers info

• The latest job opportunities

• Useful info to help with coursework

• Student Reps

• Discussion forum

• Links to Facebook

• Module-specific information

• Including staff contact details