The module covers a wide curriculum of academic and professional skills, capabilities and knowledge needed for employment within the sports industry or further study. Students will be encouraged to be the owner of their own success through a supportive learning activities and independent study to embed skills and capabilities that are the foundation for learning and personal development. In semester 1 the module will cover self-efficacy, personalising learning, stress management, as well as more traditional topics such as searching for literature, referencing and citation, reading and note-taking and critical thinking. During semester 2 the content will focus on personal and professional development through reflection students will review the skills and qualities they already possess, with reference to how they relate to those skills and attributes regarded as crucial for research and critical by employers. The skills assessment will inform future goal setting and life career plans.

As part of growing your foundation of knowledge of the sports industry, you will discover the organisation and administration of sport - who is involved and what role they play, as well as gaining knowledge of current sport initiatives developing participation by special populations and social objectives through sport.

Assessment 1 (written assignment) links to learning outcomes 2 and 3.
Assessment 2 (individual presentation) links to learning outcomes 1 and 4.

The module consists of a series of tutor-lead workshops that will include bitesize lectures and interactive practical workshops to learn and develop new capabilities, skills and experience. This approach will enable students to learn and practice in succession, embedding knowledge in a more streamlined approach. These sessions will also include guest speakers from academic skills, careers network, sport industry professionals. Academic mentoring will also form a key part of the module supporting students to form purposeful personal and professional plans throughout their learning journey. They will also provide a key opportunity for pastoral support. Independent study forms an integral part in reinforcing learning. This will be supported by formative and summative assessments.

1. Demonstrate knowledge of a range of personal and professional capabilities and skills required for effective learning, employment or further study. Knowledge and Understanding, Learning, Reflection

2. Understand and interpret current international or national sport governing body policy and strategy for sport. Knowledge and Understanding, Enquiry, Learning

3. Demonstrate an ability to prepare, write and present in the appropriate academic or professional format. Communication, Learning, Application

4. Evaluate and present personal capabilities, skills and experience to produce a career action plan. Reflection, Communication

Skills for study https://www.skillsforstudy.com/
Library resources
Blackboard
Teams
IT resources
Industry webpages.

Cottrell, S. (2019). The study skills handbook (5th ed.). Palgrave.

Mackintosh, C. (2021). Foundations of sport development. Routledge.

This module will provide you with the tools to read, decipher and write with strong academic rigour. You will also explore your strengths and weaknesses and relate these to industry practice, before formulating your own SWOT analysis and targeted action plan to improve your employability.