Special Educational Needs, Disability & Inclusion and Sport with Foundation Year
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This joint BA Honours program combines Special Educational Needs, Disability & Inclusion (SENDI) with Sport, exploring the holistic development of individuals. Graduates are equipped for careers in education, social work, sports development, and other fields that support individuals with diverse needs. The program includes a Foundation Year to enhance academic skills and a dissertation to foster research abilities.
Program Outline
Special Educational Needs, Disability & Inclusion and Sport with Foundation Year
Degree Overview:
This joint BA Honours program explores complex individual development in social, psychological, and physical aspects. It focuses on combining knowledge of learning in typical and atypical development with the value of sport and performance for holistic well-being. You'll analyze social frameworks that create inequalities and delve deep into strategies for inclusive practices. This unique degree offers a range of career opportunities through its two complementary disciplines. Further study can open pathways into teaching or supportive environments like health and sports settings. Graduates are also well-positioned for careers in:
- Sports development
- Adventure education
- Physical education
- Health and fitness coaching
- Youth Service
- Social Work
- Mental Health services
- Supporting those with additional needs
Outline:
The BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability & Inclusion (SENDI) and Sport program is structured in a four-year format, including a Foundation Year.
Foundation Year:
This initial year equips students with essential academic skills and knowledge to thrive throughout the program. The curriculum covers:
- Self and learner development
- Effective learning resource utilization and location
- Critical engagement and analysis of literature
- Critical thinking principles and application
- Utilization of digital technology for effective learning
- Effective communication strategies
- Reflective learning techniques and application
- Academic writing skills
Years 1-3:
The program covers various modules across both SENDI and Sport disciplines:
SENDI:
Year 1:
- From Excluded to Included: Exploring historical and social models of disability, legislation & individual perceptions
- The Whole Child: Holistic approaches for social, emotional, physical & cognitive development
- Sport and Physical Education: Combining academic study of sport, education & society with practical exploration
Year 2:
- Young People and Physical Activity: Examining the influence and impact of physical activity in young individuals
- Physical Education and Coaching Pedagogy: Exploring pedagogical approaches & skills for teaching and learning
Year 3:
- Adapted Physical Activity and Disability Sports: Understanding concepts, terminology & laws affecting individuals with disabilities in the context of physical activities and sports
- Sport Development, Promotion and Leadership: Investigating effective practices for promoting interest, participation & performance in sport
- Meeting Different Needs: Expanding on issues from Year 1, focusing on effective practices in diverse settings and individual needs
- Interpreting the World: Analyzing research methods & approaches in SENDI
Sport:
Year 1:
- Sport and Physical Education
- Exploring the history and development of sport
- Introduction to physical education principles and teaching
- Young People and Physical activity
- Influence and impact of physical activity in young individuals
Year 2:
- Professional Contexts in Sport and Exercise
- Conducting a systematic review on a relevant workplace practice
- Rhethoric or Reality
- Exploring different issues encountered by students in different stages of their educational journey
Year 3:
- Emotion in Sport and Physical Education Roles
- Understanding emotional nature of sports work and relationships
- Contemporary Issues in Sport, Exercise and Physical Education
- Exploring contemporary social, cultural, political and ethical sport issues
- Hidden Inequalities
- Examining factors impacting learning, global/local exclusion, mental well-being, academic progress
Measurement and Evaluation in Sport and Exercise
This module is offered as a 30 credit option.
Dissertation (40 credits):
Students design, conduct research, and write a dissertation in an area relevant to sport or physical education.
Capstone Project Proposal & Project (both 30 credits):
Students propose and implement research-informed projects, choosing from primary research, secondary research, creative project or community/work-based project design, focusing on Inclusion or SEND. Throughout the program, placements in relevant fields provide valuable hands-on experience and strengthen students' professional profiles.
Assessment:
The program utilizes diverse assessment methods to ensure comprehensive evaluation of student knowledge and skills, including:
SENDI:
- Written assignments: Essays, reports, dissertations, and reflective journals
- Presentations: Individual and group-based
- Practical work: Lesson plans for PE, case studies, research projects
- Examinations: Timed assessments in specific modules
Sport:
- Presentations: Individual and group presentations
- Multimedia reports and displays
- Individual research projects and essays
- Practical work in the Human Performance Laboratory
- Examinations
Teaching:
BGU utilizes diverse teaching methods to facilitate engaging, interactive learning environments. These approaches include:
- Lectures: Delivering key concepts and foundational knowledge
- Seminars: Facilitating discussions and analysis in small groups
- Tutorials: Providing personalized feedback and support
- Practical workshops: Applying theoretical knowledge through hands-on activities
- Placements: Gaining practical experience in real-world settings
Careers:
Graduates of this joint degree program are equipped for a wide array of career options in the fields of:
SENDI:
- Teaching: In primary or secondary schools, specializing in SEND education
- Educational Psychology: Assessing learning needs and developing interventions
- Speech and Language Therapy: Assisting individuals with communication challenges
- SENCO/Inclusion Lead Roles in educational settings
Sport:
- Sports coaching: Guiding athletes and teams in various sports
- Personal training: Designing fitness programs and providing individual guidance
- Physical Education Teacher: Teaching PE in primary or secondary schools
- Youth worker: Supporting and engaging young people in various settings
- Sports development officer: Promoting participation and development in various sports
- Research: Pursuing further study and research on sports-related topics This program's unique combination allows graduates to leverage the knowledge and skills from both SENDI and Sport disciplines, opening a broad spectrum of career opportunities in diverse fields.
