PG Cert Applied Practitioner Development at University of Derby

Programme overview

This programme has been developed for those who wish to study Sport and Exercise Science at postgraduate level and who also seek to develop the skills and knowledge to support a career in a variety of applied practitioner roles. The course is delivered with an ethos of supportive and collaborative challenge and emphasis on developing self-awareness and comfort in decision-making.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering | Department: Sport and Exercise | Duration: Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years | Study mode: full-time (part-time also available) | Intake: September | Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Those who complete the programme will be well-placed to utilise the knowledge and skills in a variety of sport and exercise settings and will be encouraged to direct their placement experience and theoretical focus according to their career interests and intentions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants to the course are required to hold a relevant undergraduate degree at 2.1 or higher. This relevant degree should be in a science subject and have covered content related to the modules listed as part of this programme. Applicants are welcome to contact programme staff with any queries related to entry criteria, and each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.; You may be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing their placement should it be required for the nature of the work conducted.; International Students; For international students the IELTs requirement for this course is 6.5 (with 6.0 in each skills area).; We also recommend that if you are an international student that would like to undertake placements with organisations like the NHS, working with vulnerable populations, that you obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct before arriving in the UK.

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/admissions/apply-online/?section_id=233602

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