Plymouth Marjon University
Derriford Road
Plymouth
PL6 8BH
Course contact details
Main Contact
Email:admissions@marjon.ac.uk
Phone:01752 636890
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Course summary
The overarching purpose of the programme is to expose the students to contemporary training methodologies in the applied sciences to understand the high-performance sport landscape. In addition, students will be equipped with a number of lifelong skills to navigate the digital world they are confronted with to embed wellbeing and resilience. The students will understand the high-performance landscape through exposure to inter and multi-disciplinary team approaches.
More specifically the programme aims to:
To explore applied sport and exercise science discipline-based approaches to implement training methodologies to optimise performance, support injury prevention and rehabilitation and to enhance lifestyle and wellbeing.
To gain critical insight of the creation of digital content to enhance media relations, revenue generation, personal brand building, sponsorship opportunities, legacy building and community impact.
To explore the links between coach behaviours, coach-athlete relationships, leadership styles and organisational culture in fostering the creation of high performing environments.
To allow the development of personal growth, confidence, resilience and application of knowledge to real life and high-performance sport encounters.
Modules
odule 1 - Unlock Athletic Potential: Science Meets Training. In this module you will learn about:
Key sport and exercise science principles
How to optimise performance with contemporary scientific methods
The rehabilitation and prevention of injury
The role of lifestyle to support wellbeing
Module 2- Creating winning cultures: nurturing high-performance environments. In this module you will learn about:
How coach behaviours underpin the high-performance environment
Leadership styles and organisational culture
The importance of coach-athlete relationships
Module 3- Brand You: Building a personal and professional brand. In this module you will learn about:
Multimedia skills and telling stories
Creation of professional persona: online and in-person
Business skills and adopting an enterprising mindset
How to build a network and work with external agencies
Personal finance and enterprise skills
Module 4 – Where knowledge meets action: applied project. In this module you will:
Take on a real-life project with one of our partners.
Understand the importance of reflective practice to grow confidence.
Apply real life knowledge to high-performance sport encounters to develop key transferable skills.
Assessment method
Pitch
Online portfolio
Individual and group presentation
Practical assessment
Reflective diaries
Reports
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- CertHE • Full-time • 1 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CSP1
- Institution code:
- P63
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Plymouth Marjon University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CSP1
- Institution code:
- P63
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 - 96 points
A level - DDE - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP - MMM
Access to HE Diploma
Access to HE Diploma accepted with credits in line with UCAS tariff point range
T Level - Pass (D or E) - Pass (C and above)
English language requirements
GCSe English required at Grade C/4 or above
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
EU applicants will be classed as International unless they have Pre-settled or Settled status.
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