The University of Portsmouth (UOP) is a public university in the city of Portsmouth, Hampshire, England. UOP is one of the only four universities in the South East region to receive the highest and most prestigious ‘Gold’ rating for Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) in United Kingdom (UK) – a Government scheme that recognises quality teaching and high levels of student satisfaction in Higher Education Institutions. This has placed UOP among the top 20% of the 299 Higher Education Institutions that entered the TEF in 2017.
Teaching is rated Gold – the highest rating – by the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
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5 STAR
Rating for excellence (QS Top Universities, 2022)
95%
Graduates in work and/or further study (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2019/20)
TOP 10
Career prospects (WhatUni Student Choice, 2022)
TOP 3
Young UK university for research power (Research Excellence Framework, 2021)
” I joined the University of Portsmouth in October 2001 and currently fulfil the role of Associate Dean (Global Engagement & Education Partnerships) responsible for overseeing the Faculty’s strategic implementation of the University of Portsmouth Global Engagement Strategy in addition to providing strategic leadership for the Faculty’s UK and international partnerships. I am also a Principal Lecturer in sport psychology in the School of Sport, Health and Exercise Science. Following the completion of my BSc (Hons) Physiology and Sports Science degree at the University of Glasgow, I completed an MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Chichester. My PhD thesis (University of Southampton) examined ‘The Impact of Butler and Hardy’s (1992) Performance Profiling Technique in Sport’. I am a BPS Chartered and HCPC registered Sport Psychologist and a Senior Fellow of Advance HE “.
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- Certificate in Fitness Management
- Diploma in Sports Science & Coaching
- International Sports Diploma in Sports & Exercise Science (Sport Fitness)
- Diploma in Sports Science & Management
- Diploma of Higher Education in Sport and Exercise Science
- Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science
- Bachelor of Science in Sport Management
School of Sports & Fitness Training
> Full – Time | Part – Time | 3 – 6 months
The Certificate in Fitness Management provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a range of activities and functions requiring autonomous work within a defined range of exercise instruction situations and activities. This certificate will also provide the foundation for all learners looking to pursue higher academic education in the area of sports science and management.
Pathway options
Mature candidates ( ≥ 30 years old with 8 years’ work experience); or candidates with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis
School of Sports & Fitness Training
> Full – Time | Part – Time | Up to 12 – 18 months
The Diploma in Sports Science and Coaching is designed to provide well rounded knowledge and skills in the area of Sports Science, Administration and Coaching. The programme will provide a strong foundation for students who wants to develop their knowledge in such fields. This programme will enable students to make well-informed and confident decisions in the Sporting Industry.
Pathway options
*Exemption for 6/7 modules
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Sport Psychology
- Strength and Conditioning
- Biomechanics and Sport Technology
- Sport Administration
- (Elective) Sport Marketing
- Industrial Attachment / Final Project
*Need to complete
- Sport Nutrition
- Sports Facilities and Event Management
- (Elective) Sport Marketing
*Mature candidates ( ≥ 30 years old with 8 years’ work experience); or candidates with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis
School of Sports & Fitness Training
> Full – Time | Part – Time | 6 – 12 months + 200 hours (Mentorship)
The USSA International Sports Diploma in Sports and Exercise Science is designed for Professionals and Practitioners who are already working in sports-related industries as well as those who plan to embark on a career in the industry. The program will provide learners with opportunities to further their studies in the sport-related areas of administration, coaching principles, personal training, nutrition, conditioning and psychology. This course focuses on the development of professional management and training skills that are essential in the design and implementation of sports fitness programs.
Pathway options
*Exemption for 6 modules
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Sport Nutrition
- Strength and Conditioning
- Sport Marketing
- Sport Administration
- Industrial Attachment
*Need to complete
- Sports Facilities and Events Management
- Sport Psychology
- Biomechanics and Sports Technology
*Mature candidates ( ≥ 30 years old with 8 years’ work experience); or candidates with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis
School of Sports & Fitness Training
> Full – Time | Part – Time | 12 – 18 months
The Diploma in Sports Science and Management is designed to provide well rounded knowledge and skills in the area of Sports Science and Sports Management. The programme will provide students to demonstrate both practical and theoretical understanding of various topics in these fields. This will provide a strong foundation for further education and also prepare students for work in the industry.
Pathway options
*Mature candidates ( ≥ 30 years old with 8 years’ work experience); or candidates with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis
School of Sports & Fitness Training
> Full – Time | Part – Time | 8 months
The Diploma of Higher Education in Sport and Exercise Science programme offered by the University of Portsmouth is primarily concerned with the analysis and enhancement of sporting and exercise performance from both a performer’s and scientist’s perspective. To reflect the varying areas explored in this domain, there are four main themes to the course which include: Exercise and Health Physiology, Sport and Exercise Psychology, Kinesiology and Biomechanics, and Research Methods and Skills in Higher Education. It is deemed by the Department that a thematic approach enables students to study the science of sport from a multi-disciplinary perspective whilst having an introduction to inter-disciplinary study.
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School of Sports & Fitness Training
> Full – Time | Part – Time | 8 months
The Bachelor of Science in Sport and Exercise Science (Top-up) programme offered by the University of Portsmouth is primarily concerned with the analysis and enhancement of sporting and exercise performance from both a performer’s and scientist’s perspective.To reflect the varying areas explored in this domain, there are four main themes to the course which include: Exercise and Health Physiology, Sport and Exercise Psychology, Kinesiology and Biomechanics, and Research Methods and Skills in Higher Education. It is deemed by the Department that a thematic approach enables students to study the science of sport from a multi-disciplinary perspective whilst having an introduction to inter-disciplinary study.
Entry Requirements
School of Sports & Fitness Training
> Full – Time | Part – Time | 8 months
The Bachelor of Science in Sport Management (Top-up) programme offered by the University of Portsmouth will help build students’ understanding of sport and its role in society. Students will learn how sports development and sports management can give people the opportunity to take part in sport and physical activity, no matter their ability. Students will graduate with the knowledge, understanding and skill to excel in either the sports management or sports development sectors.
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