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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES IN
SPORT
AND WELLBEING
SPORT MANAGEMENT • NUTRITION
SPORTS COACHING • SPORTS THERAPY
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE • SPORT AND PE
CONDITIONING • EXERCISE SCIENCES
LIFE AT UCLAN • SPORT IN PRESTON
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
02 03
LIFE AT TOP CLASS FOUNDATION
UCLAN FACILITIES ENTRY
04-05 06-07 10
EMPLOYABILITY AND
CAREERS IN SPORT
NUTRITION AND OUTDOOR
EXERCISE ADVENTURE
SCIENCES LEADERSHIP
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SPORT AND SPORTS SPORT AND
If you want to graduate work-ready, then
you need your dream degree from the BUILDING EMPLOYABILITY
EXERCISE
SCIENCE
COACHING PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
University of Central Lancashire. That's
what our graduates did and now they're
INTO YOUR DEGREE
ready for the world of work, having
benefitted from real work experience,
13 14-15 16 close industry links and skills-related
modules.
CIMSPA endorsed degree programmes are certified as
The UCLan Careers team offers ongoing careers meeting employer-set professional standards – an
advice and guidance, drop-in sessions, online employability benchmark that makes clear the job roles
SPORT STRENGTH
BUSINESS AND careers support/resources and employer events a student completing the programme is qualified for.
MANAGEMENT CONDITIONING to support and enhance your employability
development throughout your degree. These
are offered along with specialist workshops to
18 17 help you understand how to excel in the
recruitment process whilst at university, for
• BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Exercise Sciences
work experience opportunities, and beyond for
• BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
when working towards gaining a graduate level
• BSc (Hons) Sport Business Management
SPORTS BURNLEY OTHER job upon completion of your degree.
• BA (Hons) Sports Coaching and Development
THERAPY CAMPUS SPORTS • BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Performance
COURSES
19 20-21 22 • BA (Hons) Outdoor Adventure Leadership
• BA (Hons) Sport and Physical Education
RESEARCH STUDENT
EXPERIENCES Students studying degree programmes associated with
CIMSPA will be introduced to their sector’s professional
body and receive a range of affiliation benefits, including
access to free eLearning via the CIMSPA Academy.
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Find out more:
INTERNATIONAL SPORTING SPORTING
OPPORTUNITIES HEADLINES EXCELLENCE StudyAtUCLan
@StudyAtUCLan
UCLan Graduate Sarah Nickless, The FA Youth Council -
26-27 28-29 30-31 Chairperson at The Football Association
04 05
Life
SMALL CITY WITH A BIG PERSONALITY
Situated in the heart of the North West of England, the
City of Preston is vibrant, cultural and friendly with
plenty of activities and events to keep you entertained.
30,000 students live in Preston, making the city a lively,
diverse and contemporary place to study.
at UCLan Preston has plenty of choice
for Sports and Activities outside of
the classroom. All UCLan students
can take advantage of free sports
and gym membership for access to
our state-of-the-art Sir Tom Finney
Sports Centre at UCLan or hire out
the various sports facilities at the
fantastic UCLan Sports Arena.
If it is an energetic experience with friends
you are looking for, why not jump over to
the Energi Trampoline Park, open into the
PRESTON NORTH END
Preston is home to Championship club
Preston North End (PNE), one of the
founding members of the Football
League. PNE became football's first
“Invincibles” when they won the inaugural
Football League competition,completing
the season unbeaten in both the league
and FA Cup, which also made them the
first team ever to achieve the "Double".
SIR TOM FINNEY
Preston’s most famous son is Sir Tom
Finney. The wing wizard was a
one-club man who played over 400
matches for PNE. He was also capped
76 times for England, scoring 30 goals.
evening during term time, or reach new
heights at the Clip 'n Climb centre, where
you can take on the vertical drop slide. In
the mood for a group challenge? Put your
wits to the test and breakout of The
Escape Room or enjoy a classic bowling
alley experience at one of the many
bowling alleys in the city.
Want to try something different? Preston As a revered footballing talent across
NIGHTLIFE is home to one of just two curling rinks in the world, the University recognised
Sir Tom’s achievements through the
England after the Olympic-sized rink with
Preston’s nightlife is loved amongst four sheets of ice was opened at the award of an Honorary Fellowship in
our students thanks to its wide Flower Bowl in 2018. There is Fins Scuba 1988. For many years he was a great
variety of pubs, bars and nightclubs. where you can take part in a number of supporter of the University, regularly
Right on campus we have Source Bar, courses, you can even learn how to attending graduation ceremonies and
and in the city centre you’ve got five capture that perfect underwater picture. official engagements as an ambassador
nightclubs playing different genres of UCLan. In 2012 the University was
of music every night and they are A short train ride away is Go Ape immensely proud when Sir Tom
surrounded by pubs and bars that Rivington, where you can take on a Tree accepted its proposal to name its new
are really welcoming to students. Top Adventure in beautiful surroundings, sports centre in his honour.
or try out Paintballing Preston to test your
tactics to the max. Preston Karting boasts
SHOPPING
a 500m long circuit for any thrill seekers THE GUILD WHEEL
ACCOMMODATION looking to put their driving skills to the test
or get some air at Preston Skatepark The Guild Wheel is a 21 mile cycle
When it comes to shopping in You may live locally or you may want to live path that circles around the city of
located in Moor Park.
Preston, you will never be stuck for on campus. Either way, there’s lots to do Preston. The cycle path was built to
choice from popular high street when you’re here. UCLan is dedicated to leave a lasting legacy to Preston
chains to alternative boutiques and ensuring that all our students enjoy high Guild 2012. The Guild Wheel makes
independent shops, Preston has a little standard accommodation throughout their the most of the different landscapes
bit of everything for a contemporary stay at the University. and greenery that surrounds the
and traditional shopping experience. city, passing by many of the cities
There are around 2,200 places available in
attractions.
UCLan halls of residence for first year
students. The halls are either owned or
leased by UCLan, and located within or very
close to the heart of the main campus.
Students live in flats which include a kitchen-
diner, and within some, a communal area.
You have the option of standard or en-suite
PROUD PRESTON
Find out more: bedrooms, which are priced accordingly.
All University halls are self-catering and
StudyAtUCLan the prices include all fuel and water bills.
Students will receive free internet access in
@StudyAtUCLan all halls owned or leased by UCLan.
uclan.ac.uk/accommodation
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FACILITIES
The UCLan Sports Arena is the training venue of
choice for elite athletes and professional clubs.
Find out more: Athletes trained in our facilities for the London 2012 Olympics
In 2013 we welcomed the Ireland Rugby League team as part of the Rugby League World Cup
StudyAtUCLan
UCLan is an official partner for Wigan Warriors RLFC and Preston North End FC
@StudyAtUCLan UCLan Sports Arena chosen as training base for the 2021 Rugby League World Cup
08 09
Unsure what your qualifications mean?
Use this handy table to turn your grades into points.
Grade A2-Level BTEC QCF Extended BTEC QCF BTEC QCF Diploma entry Tariff
Diploma Subsidiary Diploma points
- D*D*D* - - 168
- D*D*D - - 160
- D*DD - - 152
- DDD - - 144
- DDM - - 128
- DMM D*D* - 112
- - D*D - 104
- MMM DD - 96
- MMP DM - 80
- MPP MM - 64
A* D* - - 56
A PPP MP D 48
B - - - 40
C - PP M 32
D - - - 24
E - - P 16
Worried about meeting
entry requirements?
Have non-standard
qualifications?
Starting as a mature
Find out more: student?
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Turn over to find out about
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Foundation Degrees
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BA (Hons)
ENTRY
FOUNDATION OUTDOOR
ADVENTURE
LEADERSHIP
This unique course is designed to match the To further boost your employability the
requirements of the professional outdoor course is designed to encourage work
We offer Foundation Entry routes to all our degree adventure industry, with a student-based experience during the summer and there
courses, for students who don’t have the appropriate approach allowing for individual interests are national and international expedition
entry requirements to start an honours degree. to be explored. opportunities.
You will be learning amongst other By studying this course, you’ll have the
Foundation Entry provides an excellent introduction, practitioners in the industry, allowing you chance to gain industry-required National
helping you to gain the knowledge, study skills and to share ideas and develop a new community
of practice.
Governing Body (NGB) qualifications via
a structured enhancement programme.
confidence to really succeed throughout the rest of
your course. You will learn from teaching staff who are
experts in their field, actively involved in
research and committed to professional
The additional study year is an integral part development in both their applied and
of your degree. theoretical disciplines.
You’ll gain an advanced understanding of
the practical, theoretical and contemporary
issues within adventure sport and outdoor
leadership, while you develop the necessary
practical skills on week-long residentials at
an outdoor teaching centre.
Entry requirements
• UCAS points: 112 points at A2
• BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction,
Merit, Merit - Distinction, Distinction, GRADUATE PROFILE
Merit
“I have recently studied a Foundation • BTEC Diploma: Distinction* Distinction* Karl Domeracki, Outdoor Adventure Leadership graduate
Entry Course at UCLan. Throughout my • Pass Access to HE: with 112 Points
course at UCLan, I have enjoyed being Following completing his degree, Karl has gone on to lead expeditions in the UK, Peru,
• International Baccalaureate: 28 - 30P
challenged. It has allowed me to form • GCSE: 5 at Grade C/4 including Maths
the Alps and Canada. He has also gone on to TAKE PART in expeditions, walking, ski
and develop my own views on coaching touring, sailing, and climbing in Denmark, Germany, Greece, Switzerland, France and
and English or equivalent
and how different scenarios should Norway, to name but a few. Karl currently works at the Conway Centre in North Wales
be handled.” • IELTS: 6.0 with no Component lower
as a Tutor of Outdoor Education. Here, he is able to lead outdoor activities to
than 5.5
participants with a variety of needs, including SEN, Primary, Secondary School and
Higher Education groups.
FIND US
UCLanSSTO This course is one of the few higher
education courses accredited by the
@UCLanOutdoors Institute for Outdoor Learning.
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This course is one of just
five undergraduate courses
approved by the Sport and
Exercise Nutrition Register.
Sport and
Exercise
BSc (Hons)
Science This course has been endorsed by CIMPSA
against the roles of Personal Trainer and
Gym Instructor. Our current students
receive student membership to CIMPSA.
NUTRITION AND BSc (Hons) “The Sport and Exercise Science degree at
UCLan allowed me to excel in a subject area
which I loved. It provided me with fantastic
opportunities to gain practical experience in
EXERCISE SCIENCES
Sport and Exercise Science emerged as an academic
preparation for real world situations. The
area within a developing body of knowledge that
encompasses the parent disciplines of Physiology,
knowledge, support and encouragement that
Psychology and Biomechanics, along with the teaching staff provided was of an
additional sub-disciplines of Sport Nutrition and excellent quality throughout my degree and
Performance Analysis. the facilities were outstanding.”
This programme adopts a multi-disciplinary
This degree has been designed to provide you with an
intellectually stimulating and vocationally relevant
chronic disease can provide effective recommendations to prevent/delay the
onset of disease with exercise and nutritional intervention programmes. BSc
approach with the aim of producing knowledgeable
and skilful graduates in the field of Sport and
Entry requirements
programme if you are interested in nutrition and exercise (Hons) Nutrition and Exercise Sciences equips you with the knowledge and Exercise Science. • UCAS points: 112 points
sciences as it relates to health. skills required for promoting the health of the general public, clients with risk
factors or patients who already suffer from a disease. A2; General Studies accepted, Science
The curriculum emphasises the development of
Sedentary lifestyles and poor nutrition can cause diseases that place an
enormous burden on the individual and society as a whole. The importance of This is a truly multi-disciplinary course, taught by specialists in each field. skills and knowledge that will help further academic preferable (Biology, PE, Sport Exercise Science)
achieving and maintaining a good level of health and nutrient intake is receiving The provision of two strands aligned to professional accreditation bodies such and vocational training and subsequent • BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit,
greater recognition from employers, the government and the general public. as the Association for Nutrition and the Register of Exercise Professionals employment. You will extend your knowledge and
Graduates who have a detailed understanding of the pathophysiology of allows you to specialise in nutrition and food science or health and fitness.
Merit - Distinction, Distinction, Merit
skills in a range of activities through integrated
practical experiences. A research project in the final • BTEC Diploma: Distinction* Distinction*
year allows you to integrate your knowledge and • Pass Access to HE: with 112 Points
Entry requirements FIND US GRADUATE PROFILE skills in an area of specific interest. • International Baccalaureate: 28 - 30P
• UCAS points: 112 points at A2 • GCSE: 5 at Grade C/4 including Maths and English
• UCLanNutritionExerciseSciences Stacey Ennion, Nutrition
• BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction,
and Exercise Sciences or equivalent
Merit, Merit - Distinction, Distinction, Merit @UCLanSENS
• BTEC Diploma: Distinction* Distinction*
Graduate • IELTS: 6.0 with no Component lower than 5.5
• Pass Access to HE: with 112 Points
“The course was perfect
• International Baccalaureate: 28 - 30P
• GCSE: 5 at Grade C/4 including Maths and
for me as it provided me FIND US
with the education, UCLanNutritionExerciseSciences
English or equivalent
knowledge and practical
• IELTS: 6.0 with no Component lower
than 5.5
skills that I needed to pursue a career in @UCLanSENS
promoting health, educating others on the
importance of good nutrition, supporting
Our state-of-the-art Biological Sciences
individuals in leading healthier lifestyles
Laboratories homes a wide variety of
equipment including specialist nutrition and changing unhealthy behaviours.
analysis equipment to aid teaching & It gave me the underpinning scientific
research and have been accredited by knowledge that is required to truly
This course has been endorsed by CIMPSA the British understand why good nutrition is vital
against the roles of Personal Trainer and Association of The Sport and Exercise Science degree at UCLan and the
Gym Instructor. Our current students for health, its links to disease and the state-of-the-art laboratories are endorsed by the British
Sport and
receive student membership to CIMPSA. Exercises Sciences. importance of physical activity.” Association of Sport & Exercise Sciences (BASES).
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BA (Hons) BSc (Hons)
SportS Coaching SportS Coaching
and Development and Performance
Sports Coaching and Development focuses on Sports Coaching and Performance focuses on
community and school development environments. developing performers in a variety of environments.
Sports
You will learn about developing communities through You will learn about talent development, performance
sport, school sport, physical activity and health, analysis, reflective practice, skill development and
reflective practice and talent development by drawing coach mentoring.
upon industry expertise in schools, sports development,
NGBs, county sport partnerships and local authorities.
Also available at Burnley Campus.
See pages 20 and 21 for more details.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
THE TWO COACHING COURSES?
Sports Coaching and Development is more community focused and
OUR SportS Coaching courses have been designed students on this course will learn the skills to use sport in a positive
way for a wider audience such as improving health, reducing obesity
to provide you with intellectually stimulating and encouraging participation.
and vocationally relevant degree programmes Sports Coaching and Performance is more focused on developing the
if you are interested in sports coaching. skills required to improve the performance of athletes and sports people.
You will examine sports coaching from a range of perspectives, linking
theory and practice while drawing on contemporary research and issues in
sports coaching and development. Entry requirements GRADUATE PROFILES
The programmes are supported by our Institute of Coaching and Performance • UCAS points: 112 points at A2 Aaron Briggs, Sports Coaching Graduate
• BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Aaron studied Sports Coaching and graduated in
(ICaP) and its world renowned practitioners and consultants. These are truly 2008. Benefitting from the work experience available
Merit, Merit - Distinction, Distinction,
multi-disciplinary courses, taught by specialists in each field. Merit to him at UCLan, Aaron was working part-time with
• BTEC Diploma: Distinction* Preston North End’s first team in his final year, when
Distinction* he was offered a full-time contract after graduating.
• Pass Access to HE: with 112 Points
Coaching
After spending four seasons with The Lilywhites, he was offered the opportunity
• International Baccalaureate: 28 - 30P
to work with the U18s and is now the Senior First Team Performance Analyst at
• GCSE: 5 at Grade C/4 including
Manchester City. “The most interesting part about my career so far is working with
Maths and English or equivalent elite players and putting plans in place that they buy into and then you go and see
• IELTS: 6.0 with no Component lower them perform on a match day,” he explained. Aaron looks back fondly on his time
than 5.5 at UCLan and the on the job experience which enabled him to succeed in his
chosen career path. He also gave some advice to the potential students of the
future. “Follow something you're passionate about and study something you're
FIND US passionate about rather than something you get pushed towards. Work hard and
opportunities will come.”
• UCLanSSTO
Jason Todd, Sports Coaching Graduate
@SportCoachUCLan “Getting the job [of Player Pathway Analyst at the FA] is a huge highlight and
without UCLan that wouldn’t have been possible, the University has given me the
basic fundamentals of what my job is. Without the core work that I did here, I don’t
think I would’ve been able to go on and do what I do now.”
Sarah Nickless, Sports Coaching Graduate
Sarah is the Chairperson of the FA Youth Council tasked with inspiring, empowering
These two courses have been endorsed and providing a voice for children and young people to influence change and
Both programmes are aligned to the professional accreditation body UK Coaching, by CIMPSA against the role of Coach develop a lasting legacy in football. Sarah is also a FA Council Member where she
allowing you to graduate with the skills, knowledge and experience you need to Practitioner. Our current students receive represents the FA Youth Council within The FA's governance structure. Sarah says
become an effective coach and leader in the sports sector. student membership to CIMPSA. of her time at UCLan: “The relationships I created with tutors really helped me with
my degree programme and challenged my thinking and supported my development
as a person. I fell in love with learning, the endless pit of challenged assumptions,
new found knowledge and understanding.”
16 The BSc (Hons) Strength and strength and conditioning. The Association (UKSCA),
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Conditioning degree allows students skills and experience gained from the National Strength and
All students on this course are to gain both theoretical knowledge these two crucial areas is used to Conditioning Association (NCSA)
provided with membership of the and practitioner skills and apply create a relevant, practical and and British Weightlifting (BWL).
Association for Physical Education. them in a real world setting. contemporary learning
Students will be given the environment.
opportunity to assist with
performance testing of professional Students will graduate from the
teams in order to gain valuable course with the knowledge and
experience of working within high practical coaching competency to
performance sport. begin an exciting career as a
Strength and Conditioning coach.
Students will be taught by staff who
coach at the elite level and who also The course is also aligned with the
undertake contemporary research guidelines issued by the UK
at the highest level in the field of Strength and Conditioning
Strength and
Sport Physical
AND
Conditioning
Education
This unique course combines the more practical study of physical
education and human movement with the theoretical examination
BA (Hons)
GRADUATE PROFILE
Rebecca Neill
“UCLan definitely
BSc (Hons)
This degree has been designed to provide you with an
intellectually stimulating and vocationally relevant
of sport from a sociocultural viewpoint. This degree has been influenced me in programme if you are interested in strength and
designed to provide you with an intellectually stimulating and applying for this type conditioning as it relates to human performance.
vocationally relevant programme, with the aim of producing of programme with
the British Council in
knowledgeable and skilful graduates in the field of Sport and Chennai, India.
Physical Education. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GRADUATE PROFILE Our state-of-the-art laboratories homes
Two life changing trips opened my eyes to
a wide variety of equipment to aid
Students will extend their knowledge and skills in a range of activities a new world with new opportunities. The • UCAS points: 112 points at A2 Paul Johnson (Head of Strength and
teaching element for me was something I teaching & research which have been
through integrated practical experiences, as well as work placement and • BTEC Extended Diploma: Conditioning at Wigan Warriors), accredited by the
international opportunities. really enjoyed in my modules at university,
and I was able to gain more experience and Distinction, Merit, Strength and Conditioning graduate. British Association
confidence in this through different Merit - Distinction, Distinction, of Sport and
A research project in the final year allows students to integrate their placements in schools. Merit “I had recently retired from Exercises Sciences.
knowledge and skills in an area of specific interest. With each area • BTEC Diploma: Distinction* professional sport and decided to
being taught by specialists in their field, this programme gives all students As a consequence I was then able to use
Distinction* further my education by enrolling
the opportunity to gain skills that will give them an excellent platform these skills and potential career aspirations to
for employment. pursue my dream to work and travel aboard.” • Pass Access to HE: on the BSc (Hons) Strength and
with 112 Points Conditioning course at UCLan.
• International Baccalaureate:
Entry requirements FIND US International Opportunities 28 - 30P “Although I was a mature student
• GCSE: 5 at Grade C/4 including who had been out of education for
• UCAS points: 112 points at A2 UCLanSSTO This course has close links with universities Maths and English or equivalent many years I found the course
• BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, in China and France, which gives students • IELTS: 6.0 with no Component lecturers and fellow students very
on the course the opportunities to see
Merit, Merit - Distinction, Distinction, @UCLanSportPE first-hand how Sport and Physical is lower than 5.5 accommodating with my transition
Merit delivered internationally. back into education. The lecturers are
• BTEC Diploma: Distinction* FIND US always available to help and offer
Distinction* Recently, the Chinese Ministry of Education advice, the content of the material
• Pass Access to HE: with 112 Points selected UCLan to deliver one of only
delivered during the course was
• International Baccalaureate: 28 - 30P three Ministry-approved approved sports UCLanNutritionExerciseSciences
degrees. Students from the UK will have outstanding and up to date with the
• GCSE: 5 at Grade C/4 including current methods applied in elite sport.
the opportunity to study in China as part of @UCLanSENS
Maths and English or equivalent their course, which will be taught in English.
• IELTS: 6.0 with no Component lower
“The course allowed me to make
than 5.5
some good friends in the world of
strength and conditioning whilst
teaching me the fundamental skills
This course is endorsed by the National needed to progress my career in
Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). professional sport.”
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This course has been endorsed by CIMPSA
against the roles of Entry and General
Management. Our current students
receive student membership to CIMPSA.
SPORT
BUSINESS
The Sports Business Management team
won "Course Team of the Year" at
SPORTS
UCLan's 2019 Golden Roses Awards.
MANAGEMENT
This degree has been designed to provide you with an
intellectually stimulating and vocationally relevant
BSc (Hons)
management disciplines – including management, finance,
strategy, operations and economics – and their application
The BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy degree
programme gives you the opportunity
to study the theoretical and practical
'hands-on' skills necessary to provide
the best care, management and
rehabilitation for the sports and
recreational participant back to
THERAPY BSc (Hons)
programme if you are interested in business management to sport. optimum levels of functional,
as it relates to sport. occupational and sports specific fitness.
This is a truly multi-disciplinary course, taught by specialists
You’ll examine sport business management from a range of in each field. The programme is aligned to the professional The course is underpinned by the study This is the first Sports Therapy course in
perspectives, linking theory and practice while drawing on accreditation body The Chartered Institute for the Management of theoretical concepts and knowledge in the country to offer students financial
GRADUATE PROFILE
contemporary research and issues in sports business, including of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMPSA) allowing you to the fields of physiology, psychology, support towards travel costs they may
sustainability, globalisation, corporate social responsibility and graduate with the skills, knowledge and experience you need to pathology, exercise rehabilitation and incur as part of their Sports Therapy Ryan Wilkinson, Sports Therapy student
corruption. At the same time, you’ll learn the core business become an effective leader and manager in the sports sector. manual therapies. There will be an placements. Many Sports Therapy “UCLan has been amazing at providing
emphasis on the use of manual therapy, placements are based at professional such opportune placements such as the
massage and sports specific exercise as and semi-professional sports clubs, for one I completed at Everton FC. The
Entry requirements GRADUATE PROFILE therapeutic components of a example Preston North End, Everton FC, University has given me the skills and
rehabilitation programme. and St Helens RFL and this can involve knowledge needed for me to progress as
• UCAS points: 104 points at A2 Daniel Keary, Sport Business travelling at weekends and evenings a Sports Therapist and the placement
• BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Management Graduate was designed in a manner that enabled
Merit, Merit - Distinction, Distinction, me to practically apply all aspects learnt
Merit “The reason I chose to study at UCLan was Entry requirements through university in an elite
• BTEC Diploma: Distinction* the modules appealed more compared to environment of professional football.”
Distinction* other universities who offered the sport
• UCAS points: 112 points at A2
• Pass Access to HE: with 104 Points business management course. Another
including Biology, PE, Sports or
• International Baccalaureate: 28 - 30P reason is I liked the idea of having a smaller
Exercise Science.
• GCSE: 5 at Grade C/4 including year group and this gave me the opportunity
• BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction,
Maths and English or equivalent to know everybody in the year and have a
Merit, Merit - Distinction, Distinction,
• IELTS: 6.0 with no Component lower positive relationship with lecturers.
Merit in relevant subject area.
than 5.5 • BTEC Diploma: Distinction* Distinction*
There were a number of different facilities at
UCLan that benefited my three years. The
We have placement • Pass Access to HE: with 112 Points
gym and sports arena were free and available opportunities with over 80 • International Baccalaureate: 28 - 30P
FIND US most days, which helped me to keep fit and different sports teams • GCSE: 5 at Grade C/4 including
participate in sports. The library was especially across the country from Maths and English or equivalent
@uclansptbusmgt • IELTS: 6.0 with no Component lower
useful during my three years, as I was able to grassroots to elite level. than 5.5
access books and recourses 24/7.”20 21
BURNLEY
BA (Hons) Entry
Football Coaching and Development Requirements
This degree has been designed to This is a truly multi-disciplinary course, • UCAS points: 112 points at A2
provide you with an intellectually taught by specialists in each field and
stimulating and vocationally relevant draws upon industry expertise in
• BTEC Extended Diploma:
programme if you are interested in schools, sports development, NGBs, Distinction, Merit, Merit -
Football Coaching as it relates to county sport partnerships and local Distinction, Distinction, Merit
community and school development authorities. The programme is • BTEC Diploma: Distinction*,
CAMPUS
environments. supported by our Institute of Coaching Distinction*
and Performance (ICaP) and its world
You will examine Football Coaching renowned practitioners and consultants. • Pass Access to HE: with 112 Points
from a range of perspectives, linking
theory and practice while drawing on The programme is aligned to the
• International Baccalaureate:
contemporary research and issues in professional standards and practices 28 - 30P
sports coaching and development developed and advocated by UK • GCSE: 5 at Grade C/4 including
including developing communities Coaching, allowing you to graduate with Maths and English or equivalent
through sport, school sport, physical the skills, knowledge and experience
activity and health, reflective practice you need to become an effective coach • IELTS: 6.0 with no Component
and talent development. and leader in the sports sector. lower than 5.5
As a student at UCLan Burnley you’d get to enjoy the best
of both worlds – a fantastic learning experience together
with incredible opportunities to socialise, unwind and
embark on the odd adventure in between your studies.
The first thing you’ll be impressed by is the opportunities for leisure are endless. Head
stunning location. Our campus is ideally situated outdoors to go hiking, cycling, horse riding or
in the beating heart of Pennine Lancashire, enjoy a round of golf. Or take to the water on
surrounded by miles and miles of open countryside Thompson Park’s boating lake, where you can go
and breathtaking views. It’s a landscape which will sailing, kayaking or windsurfing.
appeal to anyone with a thirst for exploration and
adventure. Looking north, you’ll encounter the Historic Towneley Park, once the deer park for the
imposing grandeur of Pendle Hill, whose history 15th century Towneley Hall, is the perfect spot for
is steeped in centuries of myths and legends. a quiet picnic or you can sit back and enjoy one of
Beyond lie the Forest of Bowland and the Yorkshire the many live music performances that are held
Dales National Park. here during the summer months. Football fanatics
can experience the thrills of live Premier League
Just a few minutes’ walk away from the campus action at Burnley FC’s Turf Moor stadium. BA (Hons) Sports Coaching and Development in partnership with
you can venture into vast expanses of scenic
parkland which offer the perfect way to escape Our sports coaching and development Studying Coaching and Development
from it all and unwind. Or get your adrenaline
fix – it’s your choice. There are six beautiful Green
Flag parks in Burnley. During your free time the
An Iconic Campus programme is designed to provide
students with the skills, experiences and
networks that will establish our
at UCLan Burnley means you will not
just be a number in a large lecture
theatre. We pride ourselves on getting
graduates at the forefront of sport to know our students in supportive
coaching and development practice. learning environments through staff
The programme is rooted in applied and peer mentoring. We will encourage
practice by linking theory to practice you in small groups to challenge, learn,
and provides many opportunities for and achieve together, to reach your full
students to apply their skills in real potential.
world contexts across a range of
contexts both in the UK and abroad. These courses will be delivered at the
new UCLan Burnley Campus at Victoria
Also available at Preston Campus. Mill. Practical sessions will be delivered
See pages 14 and 15 for more details. from St Peter’s Leisure Centre and the
Prairie Sports Village Burnley.22 23
BE ACTIVE
Other Sports AND STAY
Courses HEALTHY @ UCLan
Whatever your academic, health or
sporting ability, there’s something for
everyone to try and enjoy at UCLan.
The Students' Union run a huge and
Sports Journalism varied range of exercise classes
and activities around
Motorsports campus including:
Engineering
Play competitive sport
- the Students’ Union has a
variety of clubs affiliated to British
Universities (BUCS) and a series of Getin2: Leagues
Give it a Go
BA (Hons) Sports Journalism MEng (Hons) Motorsports Engineering - try something new
our own Students’ Union leagues.
Our BUCS teams travel the country
- compete as a school, club or group
of friends in a choice of sports
School Of Journalism, Media and Performance School of Engineering that you may have with recent success in American including 11-a-side Football, 5-a-side
never considered. Football, Basketball, Cycling, Golf, Football (Men's), 5-a-side Football
If you are looking to learn the skills and processes of a journalist The full MEng (Hons) Motorsports Engineering course is a four-year Rugby Union and Women’s Football. (Women's), Netball (Women's),
and relate them to the coverage of sport, this course will be the full-time course or a five-year sandwich course with the industrial Basketball (Mixed), Futsal (Mixed),
perfect stepping stone to a sports specialist position in the media placement as the third year. Racketball (Mixed), Box League
or communications industries. Sport is far from just a game, it is big Footy 5s, Volleyball (Mixed).
business which influences the news agenda, whilst servicing the The UCLan MEng (Hons) Motorsports Engineering is for those
demands of sports fans across the globe. As well as the applicants who are self-starting and seeking to develop a design- Getin2: Turn Up and Play
development of practical skills in print, online, radio and TV development approach to problem solving. - come along and we will facilitate
reporting, you will also study sport so that you become games and activities including; the
Getin2: The Halls
knowledgeable about its structure, evolution and organisation. The course aims to provide access to exciting and challenging - inter-hall competitions to get
Jogging Club, the Rebel Rounders’
Creativity is emphasised throughout, and after a final year which careers in motorsports engineering and satisfy the academic to know your fellow students
Club, the Rock and Roll Dodgeball
allows you to personalise your programme to suit your career requirements for progression to Chartered Engineer. when you arrive at UCLan.
Dojo, the Casual Swimmers,
aspirations, you will be equipped to deliver quality copy, Cardio/Touch Tennis, No Strings
presentations and broadcast packages within designated deadlines. Badminton, Table Tennis, Futsal,
3v3 Ballers Basketball and Boxing.
This Sports Journalism course is currently accredited by the
Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC) which is made up of
representatives from the BBC, ITV and Sky.STUDENT
24 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
OF NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES
INSTITUTE OF COACHING
AND PERFORMANCE (ICAP)
INTERNATIONAL
FOOTBALL
25
AND APPLIED FOOD SAFETY INSTITUTE (IFI)
STUDIES (IINSAFSS) The Institute of Coaching and
Performance (ICaP) at UCLan focuses on The International Football Institute (IFI)
iINSAFSs has been established to the enhancement of performance, either links UCLan in research partnership to
advance and promote the development directly or by developing providers and the National Football Museum, England –
of teaching and research within the field systems to bespoke needs. As the the world’s leading museum for
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES of food and nutrition. The Institute's predominant support profession, association football. Mutual activities
EXPERIENCES
AT PLAS Y BRENIN internationally renowned faculty are
all currently active in research, ensuring
coaching (and its other variants such as
instruction, teaching and leading) is the
involve research into the social, cultural
and historical aspects of football, holding
Outdoor Adventure Leadership
an innovative yet focused approach major focus. However, the Institute also conferences and symposia, making
students enjoy practical sessions at
with practical application in UCLan's works with other key providers, in application for funded projects and the
the UK's top provider of outdoor
undergraduate and postgraduate particular science and medicine, both as supervision of postdoctoral and graduate
adventure activities, in an exciting
course delivery. single disciplines and as members of an research students.
partnership between UCLan and
integrated support team.
Plas y Brenin, the National Mountain
Sports Centre in North Wales.
Students benefit from the expertise of
UCLan and Plas y Brenin staff as they
tackle a diverse range of modules to
STUDENTS ENGAGE IN REAL WORLD LEARNING
develop their practical, coaching and Sport and PE students regularly work with local schools, organisations and
leadership skills via a range of international partners to enhance their leadership and teaching skills.
activities including mountaineering,
rock climbing, white water kayaking, From the outset the first years are tasked with organising the Lancashire
sea kayaking, mountain biking Indoor Games for primary schools before offering a number of these
and canoeing. partners’ activity days at the UCLan Sports Arena as part of the
“Healthy Schools are Sporty Schools” initiative.
"While these residential weeks are
extremely fun and physically Opportunities are then given to working with our colleagues from the
demanding, the hardest part is University of Paris and the course partner’s with schools such as Lancaster
integrating the theory learned in Girls' Grammar School (LGGS), Lancaster Royal Grammar School (LRGS),
lectures to the decision making Ripley St Thomas and Eden Boys High School to give both sets of
processes and methods of teaching students’ opportunities to work in local secondary schools.
used by the instructors. The emphasis
was placed on problem-based To finish their first year, students are offered trips to the USA and China
teaching." to enhance their international knowledge on how different National
Curriculums are delivered abroad.
Jack Ricketts, Outdoor Adventure
Leadership Student
VOLUNTEERING
Our final year students
studying Sport and
Wellbeing courses have
logged over 11,000
hours of volunteering
with The Centre for
CASE STUDY:Emma Hargreaves
Emma came to UCLan following a foundation degree
in Sports Coaching and went on to achieve a first-class
degree in Sports Coaching and Development. Emma is
a successful athletics coach with Preston Harriers with
whom she runs international programmes for young
athletes by taking them to Europe for intense training
camps. Since graduating she has also secured a job as trainee PE teacher with
RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
FOR GOLF EDUCATION (IIGE)
CENTRE FOR APPLIED SPORT
AND EXERCISE SCIENCES
Volunteering and a local Preston school, and her goal is to start a PGCE in September 2018. (CASES)
Community Leadership Our vision is that IIGE becomes a
Emma commented on her time at UCLan: “The Sports Coaching tutors are
during their time at nationally and internationally recognised CASES unite research relating to sport
amazing. The knowledge, experience and commitment they give at the
UCLan, which equates golf education institute which utilises its and exercise physiology, biomechanics,
University is incredible.
to a social return worth research, industry links, staff work strength and conditioning, technology,
over £137k. “The Sports Coaching and Development course helped me to develop my placements, and student cohorts, to nutrition, psychology and wellness. Sport
time management skills, perseverance and motivation, which helped me in inform the development of golf policy and exercise science research assesses
Not all the volunteering receiving first-class awards in all my modules during third year, which I and underpin the student learning the impact of training, technique,
is logged so the impact didn’t think would be possible. experience. recovery and performance-related
will be even bigger! issues with regard to the participation
“Work hard and play hard! Get to know your tutors well. If you work hard and achievements of athletes and
they are willing to give you 100%.” exercisers alike.
Our research is diverse, including
50%
Many of our academics undertake outputs in the following areas:
world-leading research which helps biomechanics of injury; motion and
technique assessment; equine
to inform our teaching and benefit our biomechanics; cycling performance;
students. Almost 50% of the research equipment evaluation and design;
which the University submitted to the physiological effects of heating and
cooling; performance nutrition; the
Research Excellence Framework (REF) effects of strength and conditioning
2014 was assessed as world-leading or interventions; psychological
internationally excellent. development and athlete identity.26 PARTNERSHIP WITH SPORT IN 27
HUNAN NORMAL UNIVERSITY CHINA SPORT FOR
UCLan have created a partnership with Hunan will progress to UCLan for part of their
Students from the School of Sport and
DEVELOPMENT
Normal University (HNU) where the two
universities are collaborating on a joint
undergraduate studies, or undertake master’s
courses. Students from the UK will have the Health Sciences recently visited China on
a two-week trip in which they had the
IN ZAMBIA
programme which has recently been approved opportunity to study in China as part of their
by the Ministry of Education in China. The UCLan course, which will be taught in English. opportunity to teach PE in a number of Every year UCLan students have the
BA (Hons) Sport and Physical Education degree schools whilst learning and developing opportunity to visit Zambia, as part of
will be delivered in Changsha at HNU, with staff David Grecic and Nick Passenger from the new methods of teaching as well as The Sport for Development Project, to teach
based in country and will have a football focus. UCLan School of Sport and Health Sciences experiencing the culture of the world’s children about the dangers of HIV and drug
visited recently and delivered some PE fourth largest country. abuse using sport as a tool for teaching.
88 students have started the foundation year sessions with the students from the Sports
2018 and at full capacity the course will have college at HNU and discussed the joint On the trip, links have been made with This year, a group of 18 undergraduates
480 students. It is expected that some of these programme preparations with the team. education authorities allowing future consisting of mainly Sports Coaching and
students of UCLan to have teaching Sport and PE students spent almost three
opportunities in China. Additionally, weeks out in the African country, working
INTERNATIONAL
partnerships were made with Beijing together to promote health messages and Cliff commented: “This project gives students
Sports University and China Club life skills through sport and physical activity. the opportunity to study the global value and
Football Ltd. contribution sport can make towards
Established in 2008 by Cliff Olsson, supporting wider international development
Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching and such as the Sustainable Development Goals
Development, the students work for a and gives them a better informed perspective
community developed agency called Sport in of global challenges.”
Action as part of the project. Sport in Action
OPPORTUNITIES
(SIA) is a non-governmental organisation Over the past few years of this programme,
whose aim is to better peoples’ quality of life UCLan students have raised more than
through sport and recreation activities. £10,000 towards buying basic sports
The target groups include orphaned and equipment and supported the building of
vulnerable children, youth, girls and women basketball courts in local rural schools
and disabled people. in Zambia.
VALUABLE WORK EXPERIENCE
AT CAMP AMERICA
Our courses provide opportunities to gain The camp offered an array of facilities
valuable work experience – both in the UK including; circus school, rock shop,
and overseas. Student, Megan Greaves spent performing arts, horseback, water
a summer in Orson, Pennsylvania at Camp sports and much more. I taught
America, working and living alongside children hip-hop to beginners, intermediate
to improve her teaching skills. and advanced, the children were
always enthusiastic and eager
"I worked very long hours, sharing basic to learn. I had the best time,
accommodation with up to 12 girls who made lifelong friends and
I was in charge of with another counsellor. gained a vast amount of
knowledge and experience."
STUDY FLORIDA STATE
ABROAD UNIVERSITY
UCLan and Florida State University have created a partnership following a
UCLan has exchange agreements with almost visit by the Sport and PE undergraduates to one of the highest ranked
100 universities from around the world, American universities. The optional trip, supported by the International
whether it’s Europe through the Erasmus+ Office gives students the opportunity to attend a series of lectures, visit
scheme, our Worldwide Exchange programme world class facilities and take in Florida’s tourist attractions.
where we have partners in the USA, Canada,
Mexico, Australia and Hong Kong or the WORK
International Student Exchange Programme
(ISEP), which offers up the rest of the world. ABROAD
Study undertaken and passed abroad will The Erasmus+ Work Placement
be credited to your degree, so whether you Scheme provides a financial grant for
go for a semester or a year, it will not result students to carry out a traineeship (work
in extending the length of time it takes to placement) in countries across Europe. The
complete your degree programme. restrictions on who you work for and where you
work are fairly flexible – you can choose to work
in most sectors, in private or
public companies, schools
or non-profit organisations.28 29
UCLan student listed as
SPORTING one of the 30 most influential
HEADLINES Muslim women in sport
BSc (Hons) Sport Business Management
student, Zuleikha Chikh, has been selected
“These are national awards and the
nominees include the manager of the Aston
on the 2019 Powerlist by the Muslim Villa ladies team. Some amazing women
Women in Sport Network (MWSN), have been nominated who have completed
Preston to host a
alongside names like FIFA General their UEFA B Licence! I really wasn’t
Secretary, Fatma Samoura; H.R.H. Princess expecting a nomination for this. I was just
Reema Bint Bandar Al-Saud, and BBC doing it because I’m passionate about
Sport Journalist, Reshmin Chowdhury. women’s football but it’s always nice to
receive that recognition.
Zuleikha was included on the list because
Rugby League World
of her passion and success at increasing “In addition to this, I received the
the representation of people from ethnic Community Legends Awards from the
minorities in leadership positions in the Centre for Volunteering & Community
football industry. Zuleikha is the founder of Leadership (CVCL) – which came as a result
UCLan Women’s Futsal Club and using the of 300 hours of volunteering work
power of sport she brings women together including some for the Red Cross, feeding
Cup 2021 team...
from different backgrounds, boosts their refugees and asylum seekers. I received
confidence and creates leaders. the UCLan Sport’s Volunteer Award with
eight other people so that was really nice
Zuleikha commented: “Sport can bring people as well.”
together, create a sense of community, and
empower disadvantaged groups. It increases create leaders, reduce marginalisation and Zuleikha has recently been successful in
physical, psychological and social wellbeing dismantle stereotypes.” her application onto the Chartered Institute
and gives players a sense of belonging. for the Management of Sport and Physical
The Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) has The RLWC2013 set new records for In 2018, Zuleikha’s voluntary work within Activity (CIMSPA) Youth Panel, which has
economic impact and media reach that “Sport helps people develop confidence, women’s football has also earned her a been created to provide the board of
chosen Preston to be a training base for the international organisers predict will be smashed again at leadership, communication and teamwork nomination from British Universities & trustees with an authentic perspective from
sporting event, set to take place in two years’ time. England 2021. An expanded event footprint skills which are needed in everyday life. Colleges Sport (BUCS) for their Higher young people involved and interested in
will attract more live spectators, encourage Those that take part in sport are generally Education Hero award - a nomination put sport and physical activity. This is a valuable
The tournament will see England welcome boasts professional facilities for teams to domestic tourism and longer overseas healthier, have a high level of educational forward by UCLan’s Football Development opportunity for those on the panel to
world-class athletes performing on rugby prepare for some of the biggest games of visitor stays, all of which Preston will have attainment and are more sociable. Sport is a Officer, Cian McEvoy who Zuleikha describes influence the policy and direction of the
league’s biggest stage, and the city is proud their careers. the opportunity to engage with through its great tool for women’s empowerment to as being ‘absolutely pivotal’ in her journey. sector’s chartered professional body.
to play such an important role. involvement.
“It was a host training venue for the last
Excitingly, the Rugby League World Cup Rugby League World Cup on home soil in Mayor of Preston Councillor Trevor Hart
2021 will be one of the most inclusive and 2013, welcoming both Ireland and Fiji, and said: “We are incredibly proud to have been
diverse sporting events ever hosted in I’m sure that whoever we host in 2021 will chosen as a host city for a Rugby League
England, promoting the three simultaneous
disciplines of the men’s, women’s and
wheelchair competitions.
excite and inspire the local community to
really feel a part of this international
sporting event.”
World Cup 2021 training camp. Preston is
perfectly located for fans and teams to
access game locations across England, and
has a proven track record with hosting
£1.9 million for global
UCLan and partners Preston City Council
and the Preston Marriott, have combined
forces to produce a successful bid for
Preston to be a training base for the
Chief Executive of Rugby League World
Cup 2021, Jon Dutton, said: “Preston City
Council along with the University of
Central Lancashire and its partners put
international teams, thanks to the
University of Central Lancashire’s state of
the art facilities. health research study
A UCLan research project to tackle zinc and deficiencies have negative consequences for
tournament, which will be held in October together an incredibly impressive bid to be “This is a great opportunity for the city and
and November 2021. a training base during the tournament. The we hope that Prestonians – current and iron deficiency has been awarded an maternal and child health, and it is
facilities on offer for the teams is fantastic future rugby fans alike – embrace our role additional £1.9 million grant. imperative that sustainable and cost-
Dr Adrian Ibbetson, Academic Director of and it’s great to know that the teams will in the Rugby League World Cup 2021!” effective solutions are found.”
Sport at UCLan, said: “We are thrilled to have everything at their disposal to support The study, which is the first large-scale
once again play a vital role in the Rugby their performance and make this the best investigation into the potential of biofortified This is an exciting opportunity for us to
League World Cup. UCLan Sports Arena Rugby League World Cup ever.” wheat to reduce zinc and iron deficiencies generate high quality evidence to inform
among adolescent girls and children in policy makers in Pakistan to make better and
Pakistan, has received the grant from UK timely decision to tackle zinc and iron boosted with zinc and iron. The £1.9 million
Research and Innovation (UKRI), through the deficiencies. funding will allow us to scale up the research
Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF), programme to investigate the effect of
awarded by the Biotechnology and Biofortification is a process by which the increasing the intake of these nutrients on
Biological Sciences Research Council nutritional quality of food crops is improved the health of young people.”
(BBSRC). through conventional plant breeding
techniques and addition of nutrient-rich During the first six months of the trial, 500
The two-year funding will enable lead fertilisers. HarvestPlus has developed adolescent girls, aged 10 to 16, and 500
academic Nicola Lowe, Professor of varieties of wheat with significantly greater children, aged 1 to 5, living in a low-resource
Nutritional Sciences at UCLan, and her team zinc and iron concentrations, compared to community in North West Pakistan will
to build on the research they have already standard varieties which have been release consume their usual locally purchased flour.
undertaken during the past two years. in South Asia. For the following six months, they will
She said: “Zinc and iron deficiencies are huge consume either biofortified flour or standard
global public health problems. In Pakistan, Professor Lowe said: “Wheat is the staple flour, both of which will be grown locally,
more than 40% of women are zinc deficient crop in Pakistan and most families consume and a range of biochemical measures will be
compared with less than 15% in Europe and chapatis, made from wheat flour, with every taken to assess the impact of consuming
North America and over 20% have iron meal. This demonstrates how much of a need biofortified flour on zinc and iron status and
deficiency anaemia. These micronutrient there is to be able to produce wheat which is general health.You can also read
