Truro and Penwith College

BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Health Science

Institution code T85
Duration

6 years

Course type

Part-time

Study location Truro and Penwith College
Rated Ofsted Outstanding (2016), Truro and Penwith College provides a range of quality degree courses with employer needs in mind. All students benefit from an excellent support network that helps to put them on the best footing for a successful future after graduating. Finding themselves at home in purpose-built buildings with expert lecturers and access to industry-standard equipment, students can study a quality university course right here in Cornwall.
A variety of people enter higher education with an assortment of experiences and commitments, but with the flexibility at the heart of our programmes, the College offers a compressed timetable and small class sizes to allow students to study in a relaxed and supportive environment. Whatever your background, studying University courses at Truro and Penwith College means an opportunity to study locally, the chance to fit home or part-time work around your lectures and the one thing all our students have in common – the shared experiences of a quality education right here in Cornwall.
For more information visit the Truro and Penwith College website.

Course details

  • Year 1

  • Core modules

    TRUR1246
    Introduction to Sports Psychology

    This is an introductory module that will introduce some of the core principles of psychology, as well as underlying theories, and popular research topics within the area of sport psychology.

    TRUR1250
    Research Methods

    This module introduces the concept of scientific method and how this is applied to sport science. It will develop an understanding of quantitative and qualitative techniques and will introduce basic statistical analysis, interpretation and presentation.

    TRUR1275
    Anatomy and Physiology

    The aim of this module is to give students an understanding of the structure and function of those systems in the human body that are of direct relevance to sport and exercise.

  • Year 2

  • Core modules

    TRUR1247
    Motor Learning and Biomechanics

    This is an introductory module that will introduce some of the core biomechanical principles in relation to human movement and sporting performance.

    TRUR1248
    Health Monitoring and Evaluation

    This module will aim to equip learners with the necessary skills to evaluate and monitor health and wellbeing. Learners will explore various modes of testing and develop the skills required to interpret data in relation to health promotion and client engagement.

    TRUR1276
    Nutrition

    This module aims to enable the learner to demonstrate the ability to understand the main principles of nutritional theory as well as the abilities required to work with a client when assessing their nutritional needs.

  • Year 3

  • Core modules

    TRUR2240
    Teaching and Learning in Physical Education

    This module gives learners the opportunity to understand and apply the knowledge, skills and concepts integral to teaching and learning. The module will enable students to understand the concept of learning and relate this to the delivery of a practical activity. The combination of practical and theory lessons will provide the necessary skills to conduct an effective session in accordance with general teaching practice.

    TRUR2278
    Psychology of Sport and Health

    This module will develop the learners understanding of psychological theory in relation to both sports performance and health promotion. The psychological benefits of physical activity will be explored in conjunction with psychology theories that explain and develop sporting performance.

    TRUR2279
    Physiology of Sports Performance

    This module builds on the knowledge gained of anatomy and physiology during Stage 1 to explore the body’s responses to training and performance. A thorough understanding of scientific testing and training prescription will be developed to enable learners to link exercise physiological theory to practical delivery.

  • Year 4

  • Core modules

    TRUR2241
    Exercise Prescription

    This module aims to give students an understanding of the underlying principles of exercise prescription and training principles including an introduction to clients with specific training needs. Some consideration will be given to working anatomy and physiology related to exercise and training.

    TRUR2242
    Social Context of Health and Sport

    In line with government recommendations addressing health risks and the awareness of the benefits of exercise, this module will look at society as a whole and question why some groups are at risk. The concept of epidemiology is introduced along with an understanding of the practices used.

    TRUR2243
    Project

    This module will provide students with the opportunity to develop an investigation of their own related to the programme. The topic must first be agreed with the module leader, with due reference to ethical and practical considerations, and for those wishing to prepare themselves for progression, with the appropriate programme leader(s).

  • Final year

  • Core modules

    TRUR3080
    Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise

    The module aims to develop students’ critical awareness of contemporary issues associated with various aspects of sport and exercise. This module adopts a problem-based approach, requiring the student to consider innovative and creative solutions to contemporary problems from theoretical and pragmatic perspectives.

    TRUR3081
    Physical Activity and Public Health

    This module aims provide students with an in depth understanding of public health in relation to physical activity within society. A range of intervention strategies will be examined through utilising appropriate methods and frameworks.

    Optional modules

    TRUR3082
    Movement Analysis

    This module is designed to allow students to develop their understanding biomechanical of principles in relation to a range of sporting applications. Students will utilise and critically evaluate a range of movement analysis tools, with an emphasis on quantitative and semi-qualitative kinematic analysis.

    TRUR3109
    Applied Psychology for Performance and Health

    Students will research mental skills techniques and psychological factors which contribute to performance and health. Students will be able to critically evaluate an issue and determine which intervention strategy/s is required to aid performance and promote a healthy lifestyle.

    TRUR3110
    Athlete Development and Sport for All

    This module will increase students’ understanding of the concept of how athletes are developed, through specific models of development, as well as intervention strategies for general sports participation, to promote a healthy lifestyle.

The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.

Fees, costs and funding

As this course is delivered by one of our partner colleges, please contact the college directly for information on fees and funding.

* UK Government announcement on tuition fees

On Monday 4 November 2024, the UK Government announced a proposal to increase tuition fees for home undergraduate students from £9,250 to £9,535 per annum from September 2025 onwards. The University of Plymouth intends to apply this new fee from September 2025. However, implementation of this increase will be subject to parliamentary procedure. This change applies to new students starting their studies in September 2025. For current and returning students, the University is reviewing fees and will update you as soon as possible.

How to apply

For further information and to apply for this course, please contact the college's admissions team directly using the contact details below. 

Our partnership with Truro and Penwith College

The University of Plymouth has developed partnerships with institutions around the world with the sole purpose of making higher education more accessible to those people who need something just a little different.

Our Academic Partnerships enable students to enrol for a degree at a partnership institution closer to home, or engage in distance learning – even when they’re in the middle of the ocean. They are there for those people looking to return to education, or enhance their professional development. Full- or part-time; foundation degree to masters-level – we cater for a huge variety of needs and aspirations.

Many of our partners offer specialist degrees, unique facilities, and smaller class sizes at a competitive price. And as a student of two institutions, you get the best of both worlds; a supportive learning environment as part of a close-knit community, and a university-level qualification awarded by the University of Plymouth. You’ll enjoy not only the facilities and services your partnership institution provides, but also all of the additional support and resources you need from us, and you’ll automatically become a member of our Students’ Union, too.

We are continuing to grow the number of partner institutions and expand our academic community to new locations around the UK and overseas. Why not visit the Academic Partnerships page on our website for a full list of partners and for more details on studying with us?

One of our partners delivers this particular course – so please visit their website for full course details, entry requirements, tuition fees and information on what student life is like there. 

Please contact Truro and Penwith College to apply for this course:

Truro and Penwith College
College Road
Truro
TR1 3XX

Tel: +441872267000
Email: enquiry@truro-penwith.ac.uk

Open days

Partner college open days

This course is run at one of our partner colleges. Open days are held at the college and more details of these can be found on the college website. You'll find contact details below, on this page.

University of Plymouth open days

You are also very welcome to attend a University of Plymouth open day, to get a flavour of the courses you can progress to from a partner college. There will however be limited information on this specific course and college.

Studying with Truro and Penwith College

We’re one of the leading colleges in the country, delivering teaching and learning to the highest level. With three modern campuses at Truro, Penwith (at Penzance) and Tregye, we provide you with a unique university experience.
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