Universal Centre of Sport

THE TUTOR TEAM 

The tutoring team are made up of highly skilled and qualified lecturers and experts in their field that maintain their connections with industry, including coaching and management of high performance sports teams and professional sports clubs. The lectures are complemented by a range of industry-expert guest speakers, emphasising the vocational relevance of this degree programme. 

Our expert team is dedicated to supporting students with everything that matters – from pastoral care and wellbeing to disability support, learning needs, access & widening participation, and even student finance. 

ASSESSMENT All UCS courses provide opportunities to test a student's understanding of the subject informally, before the completion of the formal assessments that count towards the final grade. Each module normally contains at least one piece of practice or 'formative' assessment, for which students receive feedback from their lecturer. Practice assessments are developmental and any grades received do not count towards the final module mark. There is a formal or 'summative' assessment at the end of each module. Assessment methods include written examinations, essays, reports, portfolios, performances, presentations and a dissertation. Students receive feedback on all formative and summative assessments undertaken through coursework and are encouraged to discuss them with their tutors in order to develop further. 

TEACHING METHODS UCS offers a flexible blended learning model, combining both in-person and virtual learning. This consists of 80% live, tutor led, online delivery and 20% face to face learning. Each academic year includes three in-person teaching weeks, where students engage directly with academic lecturers. Throughout the rest of the year, students participate in live, virtual sessions remotely. Attendance at these sessions is compulsory, UCS will arrange your travel and accommodation, as required. Options available are discussed during the interview process and during induction week. This flexibility enables students to pursue relevant industry opportunities, while continuing their studies. By integrating academic learning with practical experience, UCS provides a balanced approach to education and career development.