WE ARE Milton Keynes COLLEGEHealth and Fitness: Foundation Degree

Due to the academic nature of this course an entry requirement of 240 UCAS points (MMM at BTEC) have been set, alternatively a Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification will be accepted accompanied by an entry exam. We require that all applicants have at least a C in GCSE English and Maths. Mature candidates will be considered on a individual basis and be required to complete an entry exam.

Year one:

• • Physiological Function and Response
  • Psychology of Individuals and Groups in Sport and Exercise
  • Introduction to Fitness Training Methods
  • Work Based Learning 1
  • Concepts of Health
  • Exercise Nutrition
  • Tutorial and academic support

Year two:

• The Psychological Basis of Sport and Exercise
• Sport Research Methods
• Fitness Training Methods
• Work Based Learning 2
• Nutrition and Non-Communicable Disease
• The Physiological Basis of Sport and Exercise
• Tutorial and academic support

Each unit is assessed separately by a number of different methods to include;
reports, presentations, research projects, practical assessments, exams, work placements and lab reports. Assessments are spread throughout the year with an exam period towards the end, in line with the dates of Northampton University.

Student progress is monitored through regular one-to-one tutorials and assessment of project work. You will also have a Personal Tutor who will support you with your studies.

Approximately 15 hours per week over two days of face to face lectures. You will then need to study in your own time for at least an additional 10 hours a week, in order to further research the units and complete assessments. You will also be required to undertake a work placement in year 1 and year 2 with small scale research projects.

• Expert teaching by specialist teaching staff
• High quality specialist resources and accommodation
• Great opportunities to progress to further study / employment
• A wide range of opportunities to develop your understanding of the fitness industry including; fieldtrips, professional conferences, expositions and guest speakers
• The opportunity to develop yourself including; a residential expedition, work placements and bolt-on courses/experiences.

For further information and to apply please contact ian.greenwood@mkcollege.ac.uk or apply directly at www.mkcollege.ac.uk

• A Premium HE product with a top up year at the University of Northampton
• Work placement modules
• Use of the MK Personal Training Studio for personal clients
• 50% discount on Fitness Instructing and Personal Training Qualifications