BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
in Sport and Exercise Sciences
Course Handbook
Academic year 2015-2016
Huntingdonshire Regional College
California Road
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 1BL
Tel: 01480 379100
Fax: 01480 379127
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Index
What’s in this handbook?
Content
Page
Welcome
3
Contacts
4
Your Course
6
Teaching and Learning
9
Assessment
10
Equality and Diversity
12
Functional Skills
14
Learning Support
16
Student Support Team
17
Tutorial Programme
20
Moodle
21
Assessment Appeals Flowchart
22
Complaints
23
Health and Safety
24
Learning Resource Centre
25
Additional Facilities
26
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Welcome
From your Curriculum Coordinator
Dear student,
Welcome to Huntingdonshire Regional College and congratulations on
achieving the academic and sporting level necessary to be part of the
sports department. You have joined an exciting and high achieving
department focused on providing you with the best opportunities to
develop as an individual, both in academic and in sporting terms.
This pack is designed to provide you with the information you will require
to get started on what we hope will be a prosperous year for all our
students.
However, as you will quickly discover, this is not a department that will
tolerate anything less than 100% effort and commitment on your part.
We will expect the highest standards of motivation and dedication and
this will be reflected in our approach which will benefit and develop those
who are prepared to work as a team in an academic and adult
environment.
Have a great and productive year!
Leigh Jones
Curriculum Coordinator: Sport and Exercise Sciences
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HUNTINGDON CAMPUS
Huntingdonshire Regional College
Huntingdonshire Regional College
California Road
PE29 1BL
Phone: 01480 379106
Contact Details
Bev Fox (Director of Learning – Commercial and Enterprise)
Email: [email protected]
Tel Ext: 133
Sue Mountain (Assistant Director of Learning – Commercial and Enterprise)
Email: [email protected]
Tel Ext: 2757
Leigh Jones (Curriculum Coordinator: Sport and Exercise Sciences)
Email: [email protected]
Tel Ext: 202
Christopher Henton (Course Leader: BTEC Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science)
Email: [email protected]
Tel Ext: 202
Chris M Lawrence (Gym Manger)
Email: [email protected]
Tel Ext: 226
Ian Carlton (Uniformed Public Services Lecturer)
Email: [email protected]
Tel Ext: 2757
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Contacting the College
Useful numbers
Absence Reporting (before 9am)
01480 379102 or
07624 805393
Services to Business
01480 379105
Reception
01480 379100
Financial Welfare Advisor
01480 379119
Learning Support Team
01480 379166
Counselling Service
01480 379199
Information & Admissions
01480 379106
Student Services
01480 379110
Exams
01480 379117
Teddy Bear Nursery
01480 379228
Learning Resource Centre
01480 379176
Student Support
01480 379110
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Your Course
You have been enrolled onto either the BTEC Level 3 90 credit Diploma in
Sport and Exercise Science (Year 1) or the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport
and Exercise Science (Year 2) for 2015/16. Over 3 semesters you will
complete 9 units, which will all be carried forward onto the Extended
Diploma in the second year of study.
Year 2
Semester 1
Credit Value
Unit 5
Research Project in Sport and Exercise
10
Unit 8
Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise
10
Unit 11
Analysis of Sports Performance
10
Unit 12
Sports Nutrition
10
Semester 2/3
Unit 7
Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
10
Unit 9
Fitness Training and Programming
10
Unit 18
Practical Team Sports
10
Unit 19
Outdoor and Adventure Activities
10
Unit 23
Work Experience in Sport
10
NOTE: Some units may be subject to change based on vocational preferences and needs
of our students and the availability of facilities and funding.
When complete, a BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Sport and Exercise
Science generates a Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction* grade, and will
be equivalent to 1 1/2 A’level at A*-C. The Extended Diploma generates
the same grades and equals 3 A’level’s.
Each Unit will be assessed by a series of assignments staggered throughout
the semester. Each assignment will in turn address a clearly defined set of
Grading Criteria. Students must achieve ALL the Pass criteria to obtain a
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pass; all the Pass and Merit criteria to obtain a Merit; and all the Pass, Merit
and Distinction criteria to obtain a Distinction.
Points for each unit are awarded as follows:
Points per credit
Pass
Merit
Distinction
7
8
9
The Qualification Grade will then be awarded based on the total number of
points obtained across the all units:
Pass
Merit
Distinction
Distinction*
420-459
460-499
500-519
520 and Above
Students aiming to progress on to the BTEC Level 3 Extended
Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science (Year 2) must achieve a
minimum of a Pass on all of the units in the 90-Credit Diploma in
Sport and Exercise Sciences, complete a minimum of 40 hours work
experience and have a minimum of 90% attendance.
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Teaching and Learning
What happens in the classroom?
You will be taught in a variety of ways: for instance lectures, workshops,
discussions; small group work. Interaction is encouraged in order that
students can get the maximum out of their learning experience. Students
are encouraged to see their colleagues/peers as co-learners and to swap
contact details.
You will be issued with a course timetable and you will be able to find
schemes of work for each unit on Moodle. All assignments have allotted
submission dates. It is important not to get behind on your work.
Plagiarism will not be tolerated. All work must be your own. You may not
copy information from any other student, the internet or any other textual
source.
All direct quotes must be identified and referenced. If you are
unsure of how to do this please speak with your tutor or assessor.
You will be able to apply for unit achievement if you leave the course before
you have fully finished.
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Assessment
Assignments, exams, marking and appeals
Assignments and Marking
We consider appropriate and reliable assessment systems imperative to
your chances of achieving to your full potential. Therefore it is important
that the department and students work together to maintain these
systems.
BTEC Units will be assessed by a series of assignments, as per the
assignment schedule, which you will receive in the first lesson of each unit.
The turn around for each assignment will be 3 weeks (unless otherwise
specified by your lecturers). The process will take place as follows:
1. Assignment Briefs will be explained and made available on Moodle
2. The Hand in Deadline will be 2-6 weeks from the issue date
3. Assignments will be submitted electronically using Moodle, unless
stated otherwise
4. Assignments will be marked and the grade and individual feedback
will be available on ProMonitor within 10 working days of submission
If deadlines are missed without a formal deadline extension you could fail
the unit, and will be put on a student improvement plan, which could lead
to your expulsion from the course.
Exams
You must ensure you have an assessment by the Learning Support Team
at the beginning of your course if you have dyslexia, learning difficulties or
another specific need that means you require a scribe, reader or extra time
in exams or assessments.
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It is important to tell your course tutor about any concessions you may
have been granted by the Learning Support Team. Arrangements can then
be made to put the concessions in place for your assessments.
Please note that should you NOT have an assessment or a copy of a past
statement it will result in concessions being refused.
Rules for attending examinations:

You must bring some photographic identification with you, (no ID =
no exam)

You must arrive at your exam room at least 15 minutes before the
start time of the exam

Your course tutor should give you at least 7 days notice of an exam

No mobile or electronic equipment is permitted in an exam unless it
has been agreed by the examinations department
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Equality and Diversity
Our commitment to your different needs

Lessons should be enjoyable and inclusive for ALL learners

Respect for each other, and for others around the College is essential

All contributions and suggestions for how to improve College life are
welcome and everyone is encouraged to participate

Please respect others by listening to and thinking about what they
have to say

There are really only three types of communication that are not
welcome:

Saying something which could offend or discriminate against others

Talking too much and not listening to others

Not talking about the topic you should be talking about
The language you use at College needs to be appropriate and not cause
offence to others. There may be times when you say or hear something
that you think will upset others or will discriminate against them. If this is
the case, it is your duty to challenge it, or to point it out to a teacher who
will listen to your concerns and act on them.
In summary you should:
Speak freely
Challenge others
Ask and reflect
Your tutors will ensure that their practice is:
Celebratory Teaching and learning acknowledges and celebrates the
contribution of people of different race, gender, disability, age, sexual
orientation, religion and belief.
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Holistic Teaching and learning doesn’t just focus on “gaining a
certificate or qualification” but also exploits opportunities to raise
awareness of the rights and responsibilities of learners to live as equal
citizens in society.
Anti-discriminatory Teaching and learning avoids inappropriate
language and stereotypes, and actively provides positive images for
people who have experienced discrimination.
Inclusive Teaching and learning takes account of, and is personalised
to, the diverse learning needs, styles and preferences of learners.
Responsive Teaching and learning reflects the diverse interests and
experiences of a wide range of learners. It encourages sharing the
diverse perspectives of different learners.
The College takes its responsibility to promote diversity and prevent
discrimination very seriously.
By law you are protected from
discrimination regardless of your gender identity, sexual orientation,
race, religion or family circumstances.
We will also work hard to
minimise the effect your personal, economic or social situation has on
your chances of success. If you feel discriminated against in any way
you should:

Speak to your tutor

Speak to a member of Student Support
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Speak to any member of the College management team

Report a complaint through the complaints procedure
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E-mail a suggestion through the following College link:
http://webone/student/equalities.asp
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Functional Skills
Develop and expand your competencies
Functional Skills are practical skills in English, Maths and ICT that allow you
to operate confidently and independently in life and in work. The following
Functional Skills are part of your overall programme. You are required to
attend and achieve the Functional Skills at your appropriate level. The
level of Functional Skills you are asked to do will depend upon your GCSE
results and initial assessment. Functional Skills differ from GCSEs because
they provide evidence that you can apply and use certain skills in everyday
situations, for example when shopping or in your workplace.
Help will be available from your Functional Skills tutor during the sessions
and you will be provided with more detail when you commence your
programme.
The following are the Functional Skills which may form part of your
programme. Not all learners will study all three Functional Skills. However,
if you are on one of the new Diploma courses then you are required to study
all three but you will receive further advice about this.
Functional English
This helps you to communicate both verbally and in writing. You will be
able to ask the right questions and get the right messages across. Your
assessment will be in three parts: a reading exam, a writing exam and a
speaking and learning assessment.
Functional Mathematics
This helps you to use mathematics in practical situations that are relevant
to your work and everyday life. You will develop the skills to tackle tasks
and show that you understand mathematics. Your assessment will be one
exam.
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Functional ICT
This helps you to find information on the internet, enter and present
information onto a computer and apply these skills to everyday life. Your
assessment will be one exam.
GCSE Maths and English
For those learners who scored grade D in their GCSE we offer both day and
evening GCSE courses. These courses run for the whole year and provide
teaching and learning activities to support your attempt to gain Grade c or
above at GCSE.
Extended Project
For learners already holding GCSE Grade A-C in English we offer an
extended project at Level 3. This award is worth UCAS points and so can
support those thinking of progressing to University or other extended study.
Skills in researching, referencing and writing in formal English are
developed through the learner’s own choice of project.
Award for Proficiency in Number and Measure Level 2
For those learners who wish to progress to GCSE, but who need some
support to do this, we offer an Award for Proficiency in Number and
Measure.
This concentrates on the essential Maths skills needed.
Assessment is by examination.
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Learning Support
Meeting your requirements
Additional Learning Support is available if you have a learning difficulty or
require help in areas of your learning. The Learning Support team can help
in class, in individual support sessions or small groups. We offer literacy,
numeracy and study skills support as well as specialist specific learning
difficulty support. You may have already informed the College through the
admissions process, in which case you will be contacted to arrange an
interview to discuss your support needs. If you have not already heard from
a member of the Additional Learning Support team it is important that you
contact us or let your tutor know as soon as you start your course. This will
enable us to assess your learning difficulty.
For a friendly, non-stressful assessment of your learning difficulties and
continuous support throughout your learning journey, contact the Learning
Support Team as soon as possible on 01480 379166 or Director of
Supported Learning, Julie Haynes, on 01480 379140.
If you are unsure, you can always call in to the Learning Support
Department which is based in the Learning Resource Centre and discuss
your options.
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Student Support Team
Helping you get make the most of college life
Opening Times:
Monday – Thursday
08.30 – 17.00
Friday
08.30 – 16.30
The Student Support Team is your first point of call for many aspects of
College life. Whilst your tutor is able to help with queries about your course
and some general College enquiries you may sometimes feel you wish to
talk to someone different. If you have any complaints or issues you wish
to discuss, the team will be happy to listen and will make sure your
complaints are directed through to the correct people.
The Admissions Team will support you through enrolment and can offer
information, advice and guidance about full and part-time courses.
The Student Support Team can provide you with individual help and
advice on a range of issues including:

Personal support (bullying, problems with friends, family or work,
health, addictions, sleep, diet, homelessness etc.),

Safeguarding (to keep all students safe from harm by noticing
indicators of possible abuse and neglect).

Financial support (applying for financial support, getting to College,
financial emergencies, living independently etc.) (This goes under the
Admissions and Progression Team)

Progression guidance (applying to university, writing a CV, job
hunting, changing courses etc.)

Learner Engagement (student governors, reps, fundraising, trips,
clubs, activities etc.)
You will see the Student Support Team around the College organising
various events and getting involved in some of your tutorials. However, if
you have any concerns, please do come and have an impartial chat with
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our Student Support Team who will support you to address problems,
blocks or barriers to your learning and aim to help you with your motivation
to succeed, or just be there for guidance and support when you need it.
Absence Reporting & Attendance
You must contact the College Absence Line on 01480 379102 or text 07624
805393 by 08.30 if you are going to be absent, leaving the following
information:

Your Name

Your Course

Reason for absence
You should make contact each day of absence, or let your tutor or teacher
know if you need to leave early.
The expectation is for 100% attendance at all scheduled activities. The
focus is on ‘presence’ rather than absence.
Learners should be in
attendance ready for the start of their activity. Two categories of absence
are identified: authorised absence and unauthorised absence.
authorised absence must be booked for specific events.
An
Unauthorised
absences of learners will be investigated following College procedures and
those learners eligible for financial support are likely to lose payment. For
further information contact the Student Support Team.
Lost/Personal Property
Any personal property left on the College premises and found by staff will
be handed into Reception. Lost property will be held for six weeks and then
disposed of. Reception can be contacted on 01480 379100
Learner Representatives (the Learner Voice)
At the beginning of the academic year a representative from each full-time
course is chosen by fellow learners to be Learner Rep. The Reps will meet
at least once a term to discuss matters which are raised by their fellow
learners and members of staff.
This will be facilitated by the Student
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Tutors. Learner Reps will also be elected to sit on the following College
committees:

College Corporation
1 member
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College Health & Safety Committee 1 member

Curriculum & Quality Committee
1 member

Equality & Diversity Committee
2 members
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Tutorial Programme
Supporting your studies through the year
Tutorials are part of your study and full time learners will be expected to
attend a timetabled tutorial on a weekly basis. Your Course Leader will
usually run your tutorials covering topics such as being healthy, staying
safe, enjoying and achieving, making a positive contribution, and achieving
economic well-being. The Student Support Team will take responsibility for
the delivery of up to 8 specialist tutorials (Safeguarding, Equality &
Diversity, Learner Voice and UCAS & Careers). In addition the tutorial is
your opportunity to raise any concerns you may have about your studies.
For part time learners the tutorial pattern is variable dependent upon the
programme. Your Course Leader will advise you of the arrangements at
induction.
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Moodle
Your Virtual Learning Environment
Moodle is your electronic resource centre giving you access to classroom
material, assignments and other useful information. You are able to access
is from College or remotely.
How to logon to Moodle from a College computer

Double click the Intranet Explorer icon
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Replace the text in the address bar with the word ‘Moodle’
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Enter your College Intranet user name and password
Now locate your Curriculum Area and then your course
You may require a password (enrolment key) from your tutor to access
the material.
To access Moodle from a remote location, such as home, you will
need to logon to the College website.

http://vle.huntingdon.ac.uk/
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Login using your College username and password
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Assessment Appeals
Flowchart
You have the right to appeal!!!
You have a right to appeal if you disagree with an assessment decision.
This flow chart is a summary of the Appeals Procedure.
Discuss your appeal with your assessor or tutor within 5 working days of the
assessment. They will make a record of your discussion, give you a copy, and
notify the internal quality assurer or moderator.
Your appeal will be considered and you will be informed, in writing, of the outcome
within 10 working days of your discussion
Appeal resolved
Learner disagrees with
assessor decision
Complete an Assessment Appeal Form and forward it to the Quality Assurance
Department. The appeal will be logged and forwarded to your internal quality
assurer or moderator. They will investigate your appeal and write to you within 10
working days with the outcome
Appeal resolved
Learner disagrees with
internal quality assurer or
moderator’s decision
Send a copy of your Assessment Appeal Form to the Vice Principal: Learning &
Standards within 5 working days.
Appeal resolved
The Vice Principal: Learning & Standards will form an assessment appeals panel
to review the decision, they will respond to you, in writing, within 10 working days.
Learner disagrees with the
panel’s decision
Forward your appeal to the Awarding Organisation in writing. You must follow the
procedure laid down by them. Your internal quality assurer will support you with
this. You will be notified, in writing, of the outcome
Appeal resolved
Learner disagrees with the
Awarding Organisation’s
decision
Submit an appeal to the Appeal Tribunal. You will need to follow the procedure
laid down by your Awarding Organisation.
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Complaints
Problems with the college?
Huntingdonshire Regional College strives to produce the highest quality
learning opportunities and services and is determined to be known for
excellence in all that it does.
However, we accept that sometimes our
service to customers, visitors and staff falls short of these standards. If
you are dissatisfied in any way with our services, we are anxious to hear
from you and to do what we can to rectify matters. At the same time, if
you are especially pleased with the service you have been provided with,
we welcome these comments too.
Copies of the College Customer Feedback Form are available from
Reception, Student Support and Course Tutors.
A fully completed form
must be signed; ensuring complainant’s name and contact details are
included. Anonymous complaints cannot receive a response, but may still
be investigated. Abusive complaints containing offensive language will not
be treated seriously.
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Health and Safety
Towards a comfortable learning environment
It is the responsibility of everyone who uses the College premises to do so
in a safe and responsible manner, to work at all times in accordance with
the College Rules, Policies and Procedures and to strictly adhere to all
instructions given about Health and Safety. A copy of the College Health
and Safety Policy is available in the Learner Resource Centre and on the
College Intranet.
Tom Berry, the Health and Safety Manager, can be
contacted on 01480 379164
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Learning Resource Centre
An opportunity to enhance your learning

Space for individual study, group study and a Silent Study Room. A
separate study area for Access and HE learners.

Open throughout the day with late opening until 19.30 three nights a
week. Open for study during College holidays – contact the LRC for
opening times.

Computers available for study outside of lessons.
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Wi-Fi available for laptops and mobile phones.

Over 18,000 books and DVDs covering subjects taught at the College,
as well as fiction and general interest books.

Large collection of magazines and journals covering subjects taught
at the College.

LRC webpages give 24/7 access to online resources and over 3,000
e-books.

Self-service system for loans with student ID card.
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Printing and photocopying facilities.

Careers library including prospectuses from all UK universities and
resources on applying for jobs, UCAS and Apprenticeships. Online
resources on careers and HE are available on the LRC webpages.

LRC staff are available to help learners with all aspects of using the
LRC and study skills including: literacy, numeracy, IT, research skills,
assignment planning and job applications.
Please contact the Head of Learning Resources for more details on 01480
379175 or see the LRC webpages.
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Additional Facilities
Beyond the classroom
The Fitness Factory
As a student enrolled with the sports department you will have access to
the onsite gym, for course related practice and also for development of
your personal fitness.
For gym opening time please contact the Gym Manger at 01480 379226
For more information or an induction please contact Christine MackenderLawrence on ext. 226 or email [email protected]
Teddy Bear Nursery
The College Nursery is open for children of students and staff. In some
instances places may be available to the general public. The result of our
last OFSTED inspection was Good in Care and Education and in all five areas
of
Every
Child
Matters.
The
OFSTED
report
can
be
found
on
www.ofsted.gov.uk Opening times (term-time only) are Monday – Friday
09.00-17.00
Please contact Nursery Manager, Pam Burton, for more information on
01480 379228 or [email protected]
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