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Bachelor of Applied Science

(Physical Health and Wellness) (Strength and Conditioning) (Sport and Recreation Management)

Programme Code: MA4116

Student Handbook 2020

Disclaimer The information contained in this handbook replaces all information contained in any previous handbook and is intended as a guide only. UCOL is committed to innovation and continuous improvement, and reserves the right to change any aspect(s) of the programme. This may affect the currency of the information contained in this handbook, for example:

Programme location

Lecture times

Staff

Other matters

Disclaimer The information contained in this handbook replaces all information contained in any previous handbook and is intended as a guide only. UCOL is committed to innovation and continuous improvement, and reserves the right to change any aspect(s) of the programme. This may affect the currency of the information contained in this handbook, for example:

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Contents Quick Links .............................................................................................................................................. 3

Welcome ................................................................................................................................................. 6

Pathways Diagram .................................................................................................................................. 7

Staff 8

Programme Information ......................................................................................................................... 9

Programme Structure for Bachelor of Applied Science ........................................................................ 10

REQUIRED Texts for 2020 ..................................................................................................................... 18

Recommended Texts for 2020 .............................................................................................................. 18

Programme Assessment ....................................................................................................................... 19

Student Responsibilities ........................................................................................................................ 23

Overview of third-year 90 Credit course .............................................................................................. 24

Appendix 1 – Study Contract ................................................................................................................ 27

Appendix 2 – Request for Extension ..................................................................................................... 28

Appendix 3 – Request for Reconsideration of Result ........................................................................... 29

Appendix 4 – Request for Resubmit / Resit .......................................................................................... 30

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Quick Links

Student Intranet You can access the UCOL student intranet at http://student.ucol.ac.nz to find the most up to date policies, procedures, guidelines and forms. These are located in Policies and Procedures under UCOL Info. The Academic Statute and Student Discipline Statute (Non-academic) two important documents that set out the main rules and processes you need to be aware of, can be found under Related Documents to the left of the Policies and Procedures page. Outstanding Fees All fees are due to be paid in full by the first day teaching starts. Students who have not paid all of their fees (including outstanding library fines or other debts with UCOL) will not receive their academic transcripts and will not be eligible to graduate. See Academic Statute. Computer Suites The computer facilities provided by UCOL are available to every enrolled student. Your password is the key to your account. Never share your login and password details with anyone else. You will also be held responsible for any activities that take place under this account name. Further information about computer use at UCOL can be found on the Information Technology page. See Computer Use Policy. Student ID Cards Your student ID card helps you access certain rooms, borrow library equipment and other important functions. You can obtain your ID card from the Information Centre. Printing and Photocopying Printers and photocopiers are operated from your student ID card. The cost of using them is deducted from your account. You can top up your credit at the Information Centre and check your balance at http://student.ucol.ac.nz/MoneyMatters/Pages/Print-Credit.aspx. Internet Access Instructions for internet access at UCOL are available at http://connect.ucol.ac.nz. Car Parking Car parks are provided for UCOL students and staff only. For Palmerston North car parks, all vehicles must be registered and display a current year UCOL car parking sticker. This sticker can be obtained at the Information Centre. Further information is available on the Car Parking Information page. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) acknowledges what you have learned from other programmes and qualifications, life experiences, work experiences, training programmes and workshops and measures this against the requirements of the programme you are enrolled in.

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You can be awarded credit towards a qualification if you can satisfactorily demonstrate that your prior qualifications and experience reaches the required standard. You should apply within two weeks of starting the course.

Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure

Recognition of Prior Learning Application Form Student Support Student support is available to help you succeed. Possible types of support include:

Health services

Disability support

Learning services

Māori education support

Scholarships and financial hardship support

Library resources More information on how to access this support is provided on the student intranet on the Learning & Study and Health Matters pages. Concerns and Complaints Please refer to the Student Complaints Policy and Student Concerns and Complaints Procedure for information on how you can raise a concern or complaint and the process that follows. Health and Safety We all have a responsibility to maintain a safe, healthy work and study environment. This includes the exercise testing and training spaces. See Student Health and Safety Obligations Policy and Student Health and Emergency Procedure. Smoking, Drugs and Alcohol For the safety and wellbeing of yourself and others, UCOL has policies regarding smoking, drugs and alcohol. Smoking is not permitted on any UCOL campus or facility. This smoke free policy applies 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. See Smoke Free Policy. You will be excluded from class or any UCOL activity if a staff member considers you are under the influence of drugs/substances. This may lead to suspension from your programme and even to having your enrolment cancelled. The Police may be notified of any illegal activity related to the use or possession of drugs or substances. See Drug and Alcohol Policy. You may be excluded from class or any UCOL related activity if a staff member believes you are under the influence of alcohol. See Drug and Alcohol Policy. Withdrawal Before you decide to withdraw from your programme, you should talk to staff on your programme. Remember, if you are having difficulties with your programme there are ways UCOL can help you.

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If you do decide to withdraw, you must complete a Change of Circumstances Form. These can be obtained from the Information Centre. Fee Refunds – Domestic Students The rules for fee refunds if you withdraw are outlined in the Student Fee Refund Procedure. Fee Refunds – International Students Please refer to the International Student Fees and Refunds Procedure for more information about fee refunds for international students. International Students International Student Support can help international students with any questions they might have. Further information is available on the International Students page. See International Students Procedure. Whānau Room All three campuses have a whānau room or marae facility. The whānau room is a space for all UCOL students, where principles of whanaungatanga, whakaruruhau, oranga, ākonga, mātauranga and hāpainga i te reo Māori me ōna tikanga are fostered and nurtured.

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Welcome

Talofa lava, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Ni sa bula, Taloha ni, Greetings, Groete, and Kia ora. Welcome to UCOL, and congratulations on choosing to study towards this Bachelor of Applied Science degree. The Bachelor of Applied Science (with majors in Physical Health and Wellness, Strength and Conditioning, and Sport and Recreation Management) is an innovative, applied exercise science degree with a focus on enhancing the health, sport performance and/or physical activity opportunities for members of our communities, through the use of structured and evidence-based exercise interventions. The mode of delivery is such that the emphasis is on student learning – under the guidance of a course leader (i.e., student agency as opposed to “lecturing”), as this will provide the greatest benefit to you for your chosen career in the exercise industry. To successfully complete the qualification you will need to carefully plan and manage your time with regards to your study and other personal commitments. You should look to plan each semester with regard to assessment dates and assignment requirements. You will also need to plan your study weeks in terms of study time, class time, client service practicals and other external commitments. Please remember that for a full-time student the expected combined class, and study, commitment is 40 hours per week. This essentially means that for every 1 hour of class time with your course leader there are 2 hours of independent learning required. It is important that you commit 40 hours a week to your study to ensure a successful outcome for yourself. You are advised to inform your friends that use of mobile devices is very limited during class time and that they will experience delays in your responses. Each of your course leaders will outline the assessment due dates for your courses during the first week of lectures. Take note of these times and set up your calendar/diary appropriately and ensure your work consistently each week to achieve your goals. Additionally, this handbook has been compiled to help you with your studies at UCOL and to illustrate some of the requirements of this specific three year degree. I would like to take this opportunity to wish you every success in your chosen programme of study. All the best and I look forward to celebrating your achievements with you at the end of each year. Please feel welcome to communicate with me during your studies. Dr Shohn Wormgoor Programme Leader Exercise and Wellness

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Pathways Diagram

Bachelor of Applied Science

Major in Physical Health and Wellness (L7)

Major in Strength and Conditioning (L7)

Major in Sport and Recreation Management (L7)

Post-graduate study (L8) Further study in the fields of: - Clinical Exercise; and - Sport Sciences Secondary and Tertiary Teaching

Degree in Sport/Exercise/ Health Related Area (L7)

Entry-level employment options in one of the following: Sport and Recreation Project Management Performance and/or Strength and Conditioning Coach Physical Health and/or Wellness (incl. Corporate) Practitioner

Year 1 of Degree Programme

Year 2 of Degree Programme

Year 3 of Degree Programme

Proposed Graduate Diploma in Exercise and Sport Sciences with Major (L7)

University Entrance New Zealand

Certificate in Exercise Level 4 or 5

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Staff

EXECUTIVE DEAN: HEALTH AND SCIENCES Penny O’Leary - M Mgmt, Phone: 70037 Email: p.oleary@ucol.ac.nz HEAD OF SCHOOL: APPLIED SCIENCE AND ALLIED HEALTH Sue Ireland - MBS Phone: 70075 Email: s.ireland@ucol.ac.nz PROGRAMME LEADER Name: Dr Shohn Wormgoor - PhD, RCEP Phone: 70612 Email: s.wormgoor@ucol.ac.nz

PROGRAMME LEADER Name: Janell Kiriona - PG Cert, REPS Phone: 70658 Email: j.kiriona@ucol.ac.nz

COURSE LEADER Name: Dr Hayden Pritchard - PhD, ASCA L2 Phone: 70666 Email: h.pritchard@ucol.ac.nz

COURSE LEADER Name: Dr Johannie Spies - PhD Phone: 70657 Email: j.spies@ucol.ac.nz

COURSE LEADER Name: Farzanah Desai - MSc Phone: 70639 Email: f.desai@ucol.ac.nz COURSE LEADER Name: Tim Seaholme – MSc, NSCA CSCS Phone: 70687 Email: t.seaholme@ucol.ac.nz COURSE LEADER Name: Warren Granger - B.Ed, NZOIA Phone: 70662 Email: w.granger@ucol.ac.nz

COURSE LEADER Name: Suzanne Charles - PGDip CEP Phone: 70653 Email: s.charles@ucol.ac.nz COURSE LEADER Name: Michael Mann – PGDip (Mgmt) Phone: 70644 Email: m.mann@ucol.ac.nz TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Name: Rakai Timutimu - BHP Phone: 70620 Email: r.timutimu@ucol.ac.nz

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Programme Information

Length – Total Programme Hours The programme is structured to provide a progression through a coherent and integrated body of knowledge, such that at later stages you are required to use and reflect on studies undertaken earlier in the programme. Professional development, research and critical thinking are integrated throughout the programme. A full‐time programme of study is considered to comprise 120 credits per year (40 hours per week). You follow a prescribed course of study throughout the first two years of the programme, (consisting of 240 credits), thereafter you select a major of your choice for the final year (consisting of 120 credits). Please note: Any lecturer supported learning hours (or tuition hours) that may be given are not fixed and may change as class progress or learning opportunities present themselves Start/Finish Dates: 24 February – 27 November 2020 Semester One Term 1 24 February to 09 April Mid-semester break 10 April to 27 April Term 2 28 April to 03 July Study Week 8 June to 12 June Exam Weeks 15 June to 26 June Semester Two Term 3 20 July to 11 September Mid-semester break 28 September to 11 October Term 4 14 September to 27 November Study Week 02 November to 06 November Exam Weeks 09 November to 20 November Statutory Holidays Semester One Good Friday 10 April Easter Monday 13 April Easter Tuesday 14 April Anzac Day 25 April (observed on Monday 27 April) Queen’s Birthday 01 June Semester Two Labour Day 26 October

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Programme Structure for Bachelor of Applied Science Year 1 – Semesters 1 and 2

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BAS50002 Strength and Conditioning Fundamentals ABA - 5 15 50 100 - 150

BAS50003 Sport and Coaching Science Fundamentals ABA - 5 15 50 100 - 150

BAS50004 Client Assessment and Programme Prescription ABA - 5 30 70 200 30 300

BAS50005 Leading Client Exercise Interventions ABA - 5 30 50 180 70 300

TOTALS FOR YEAR 120 320 780 100 1200

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Year 2 – Semesters 1 and 2

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BAS60001 Sport and Recreation Project Management Skills ABA - 6 15 40 110 - 150

BAS60002 Small Business Skills ABA - 6 15 40 110 - 150

BAS60003 Physical Health and Wellness Practices ABA BAS50001 6 30 60 190 50 300

BAS60004 Research Skills for Exercise Professionals ABA - 6 15 40 110 - 150

BAS60005 Sport and Group Coaching Practices ABA - 6 15 30 100 20 150

TOTALS FOR YEAR 120 270 810 120 1200

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Year 3 – Terms 1 - 4

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BAS70000 Advanced Physical Health and Wellness ABA BAS60003 7 30 60 240 - 300

BAS70001 Applied Professional Practice: Physical Health and Wellness

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TOTALS FOR YEAR 120 110 730 360 1200

Elective Option 2: Strength and Conditioning

BAS70002 Advanced Strength and Conditioning ABA BAS60000 7 30 60 240 - 300

BAS70003 Applied Professional Practice: Strength and Conditioning

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TOTALS FOR YEAR 120 110 730 360 1200

Elective Option 3: Sport and Recreation Management

BAS70004 Advanced Sport and Recreation Management ABA BAS60001 7 30 60 240 - 300

BAS70005 Applied Professional Practice: Sport and Recreation Management

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TOTALS FOR YEAR 120 140 700 360 1200

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Aims The Bachelor of Applied Science with majors in Physical Health and Wellness, Strength and Conditioning, and Sport and Recreation Management aims to provide a qualified workforce of independent, competent and confident individuals able to identify, plan, implement, evaluate and report on the impact of structured physical-activity opportunities and services delivered to clientele within their community. To achieve this aim the programme has been rigorously structured to progressively develop students across a wide range of knowledge and skills, culminating in offering students advanced skills in elective majors. These majors, representing critical domains within the exercise industry, have been designed to address the needs of Aotearoa/ New Zealand communities. In particular, students will be able to choose an area of study so as to develop and apply the required skills, acknowledging and respecting cultural diversity, in either health and wellness, strength and conditioning, or sport and recreation management in order to have a direct, positive impact on:

diabetes prevention, obesity, corporate wellness, aged-care and mental health management;

strength and conditioning for high-performance and aspiring athletes; and

physical activity participation within our community members and groups. Graduates will be capable of planning and implementing physical activity opportunities and services that lead to positive impacts on the health and physical conditioning of members within their communities. The programme is imbued with the concept of cultural safety, which articulates the bi-cultural commitment (underpinned by the Treaty of Waitangi) within professional practice. Cultural safety will be explored from a multi-cultural perspective which requires the exercise professional to be a full partner in the intervention delivery - and allows for diversity within cultures. Using best-practice while having actively participated in community and industry projects, graduates will be able to implement safe and effective strategies and work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Graduates will possess transferable skills and be prepared for entry into the exercise, sport, fitness and health and wellness industry, as well as for further study. Graduate Profile On successful completion of the three-year degree programme, students will be able to:

A. independently apply advanced knowledge and practical skills in exercise science in a culturally safe manner;

B. apply well-developed critical thinking capabilities, including analysing, evaluating and critically reflecting on information, decisions and professional behaviour;

C. independently interpret, conduct and report research findings related to structured exercise interventions;

D. use effective communication techniques and well-developed inter-personal skills to bring about change in behaviour/performance in relation to physical fitness and wellbeing;

E. work effectively in multicultural groups, teams and communities to facilitate engagement in physical fitness and wellbeing activities;

F. demonstrate an organised and ethical approach to problem solving; and G. utilise various technological platforms to enhance efficient practice in the exercise industry.

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Teaching Strategies UCOL’s Teaching and Learning Strategy encompasses the principles identified in Te Atakura, an initiative aiming to achieve parity between Māori and non-Māori student success, and to improve the educational experience and outcomes for all students. Te Atakura has a clearly identified kaupapa (purpose) that aligns with UCOL’s institutional values of whanaungatanga (sense of family connection) demonstrated by:

Manākitanga: Care for students as culturally-located human beings above all else in a supported environment;

Mana motuhake: Care for and having high expectations for the performance of our students and enable the development of personal or group identity and independence;

Whakapiringatanga: Creating a secure, well-managed learning environment by incorporating routine pedagogical knowledge with pedagogical imagination;

Wānanga: Engage with students using effective teaching interactions with rich, dynamic sharing of knowledge;

Ako: Using strategies that promote effective teaching and learning interactions and relationships with their learners; and

Kotahitanga: Promote, monitor and reflect on outcomes in a collaborative manner that will lead to improvements in educational achievement for all students.

These values inform UCOL’s vision of teaching and learning and the underlying guiding principles, which are:

Participation: Learners are actively engaged in the learning environment as participants rather than passive recipients of knowledge;

Empowerment: Approaches to learning, teaching and assessment are designed to foster student engagement and develop students’ skills and attributes such that they become critically reflective, life-long learners who take responsibility for their own personal and professional development; and

Employability: Developing learners’ personal capability, an integration of diverse qualities, skills and knowledge so preparing them as learners for the 21st century with a range of literacies required for the future. These include, for example, digital literacies, sustainability awareness and learning for equality and diversity.

Graduation Requirements If you successfully complete 360 credits you will be awarded the Bachelor of Applied Science qualification with a major in your chosen area, i.e., Physical Health and Wellness, Strength and Conditioning, or Sport and Recreation Management. Compulsory Academic Requirements

Not applicable.

Off-Campus Learning You are required to engage in both supervised, and unsupervised off-campus activities. Supervised activities mean that a UCOL staff member is in attendance during the visit. These visits include activities such as workplace visits, visits to schools, colleges, polytechnics and universities, sponsored events and the like. Supervised visits are conducted in accordance with UCOL policy.

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Unsupervised off-campus student activity is subject to UCOL policy and the specific requirements of the programme and/or course. The Course Leader is responsible for establishing the requirements and protocols for co‐operative education activities that take a student off campus. You are made aware of these specific requirements and protocols, in a written format, prior to attending a visit or a series of scheduled visits. You are also equipped with UCOL policy information, in respect of off-site activities, in a written format. At times your Course Leader may wish to take the class to an exhibition or workshop that will be beneficial to your learning and creative development. UCOL has systems in place to ensure your safety and welfare. Any documentation related to the safety of the off-campus activity will be forwarded to you prior to the event.

Student Learning Off-Campus Procedure

Student Work Experience and Off-campus Learning Policy Health and Safety It is the intention of the programme staff to achieve and maintain a safe, healthy work and study environment for all of those involved in its operations. To meet this objective UCOL will:

ensure that managers and supervisors recognise their obligations to the occupational health and safety of all persons under their direction in our workplace;

ensure compliance with the Regulations, Standards, Codes of Practice and the provisions of applicable UCOL and national policy and legislation;

provide the information, instruction, supervision, training, retraining and education necessary to enable all staff and students to carry out their tasks in a way that minimises the risk of injury or illness to themselves and to others; and

ensure that all premises, means of access, plant, equipment, vehicles and processes are designed, constructed, maintained and used with regard for health and safety.

Health and Safety Responsibilities The Head of School, Sue Ireland is responsible for the management of health and safety matters within the programme. All staff and students are responsible for ensuring that they work in a manner which is safe to themselves and to others, and must comply with the requirements of UCOL, Faculty and Programme health and safety policies, procedures, guidelines, codes and standards. It should be stressed that students must follow health and safety guidelines at all times. You are asked to read the relevant parts of UCOL, Faculty and Programme health and safety policies, procedures, guidelines, codes and standards.

Student Health and Emergency Procedure

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Personal Protective Clothing and Safety Equipment

It is in your best interest to adhere to rules of use. Should personal protective clothing or safety equipment be required, we strongly suggest you to utilise them in order to keep you safer in the learning environment. Fire and Earthquake Emergencies

In the event of a fire:

sound the nearest fire alarm;

evacuate the building immediately – do not run and do not use the elevator/lift;

assemble at the assembly point as advised on the Emergency Evacuation Procedure poster on the wall of each room; and

do not leave the assembly point or re-enter the building until given the all clear by the Chief Fire Warden or Fire Services personnel.

In the event of an earthquake:

take cover;

stay clear of windows;

do not go outdoors; and

evacuate buildings when given the all clear and take all your personal belongings with you.

All evacuation procedures are displayed at main entrances on all floors of all buildings. Please familiarise yourself with these routines. Your course leaders will explain emergency evacuation procedures during orientation. If in any doubt – please ask.

Evacuation of Mobility Impaired Students

If you have a disability that makes it difficult for you to exit the building in the event of an emergency, please alert your course leader. He/she will discuss UCOL’s emergency evacuation arrangements for such a situation and plan ahead how best to implement them to suit your situation.

Fire Precautions

Emergency evacuation routes must remain tidy and free from obstacles. You must not place or store equipment so that it blocks exits or evacuation routes or immediate access to fire alarms, fire equipment or electrical switchgear. This is particularly important in the exercise training and testing facilities.

Fire Prevention

The value of routine checking that electrical equipment, gas cylinders etc. are turned off, and that doors to rooms and staircases are closed, cannot be overemphasised. You are reminded that smoking is not permitted on any UCOL campus or UCOL owned or leased facility, which includes:

all buildings, including balconies;

all outdoor areas on site including UCOL designated car parks;

vehicles owned, leased or used for work purposes by UCOL; and

UCOL childcare centres.

This smoke free policy applies 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Smoke Free Policy

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Accidents

All accidents, fires, ‘near misses’, and instances of known or suspected occupational ill health must be reported using an Incident Report Form. Your course leader will help you to access and fill in this form. Reported accidents/incidents will be investigated and any necessary remedial measures, including revised work procedures, training, etc. will be implemented as appropriate. Accidents/incidents of a serious nature must be immediately reported to a Course Leader. An example of this is a ‘sharps’ laceration (pricking your finger with a client’s used lancet/needle). First Aid A first aid box is available in all staff studios. In the event of any emergency requiring an ambulance, immediately call 111. Remember to state the precise location and nature of the emergency. Then contact your nearest Course Leader. Programme Materials and Costs

Most materials needed to complete the practical components of the programme will be provided.

Plus you will require:

academic textbooks (see Required and Recommended textbooks in the table on page 18);

access to the online academic suite (approx. $250 per annum, see Required textbooks information on page 18);

computer and printing/copying costs (approx. $150 per annum);

you are responsible for keeping your First Aid validation up-to-date (approx. $180);

tracksuit, branded shirts and cap for placements or stakeholder engagements (approx. $170);

you are responsible for supplying your own gym shoes (approx. $200);

you are responsible for purchasing your own exercise clothing and wearing appropriate exercise clothing to all practical classes;

travel to UCOL (Palmerston North bus services are free on presentation of your student card); and

travel to off-site locations for visits and/or practical placements. Note: all equipment and books belonging to UCOL must be returned and debts settled before you can receive your qualification. Staff Studios (6-1-11)

Each staff member is available for help outside of class time. If you wish to take full advantage of this opportunity you are encouraged to book a meeting time with the course or programme leader through the email system. Please do not disturb the work within the Staff Studio by knocking on the door, rather contact the leader you require by using the telephone outside room 6-1-14.

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REQUIRED Texts for 2020

Students are required to subscribe to the EXERCISE SCIENCE on-line LWW Health Library. This site hosts approximately 30 exercise-related textbooks that will be used during the programme. Subscription is annual and will need to be paid to UCOL as part of the course related costs (see page 17).

Recommended Texts for 2020

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Sports in Society: Issues & controversies (2nd ed) By: Coakley, J., Hallinan, C., Jackson, S., & Mewett, P. (2009) Publisher: McGraw-Hill ISBN: 9780070287280

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ACSM'S Exercise Management for Persons With Chronic Diseases and Disabilities (4th ed) By: ASCM (2016) Publisher: Human Kinetics ISBN: 9781450434140

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Principles of Athletic Training: A competency-based approach (16th ed) By: Prentice, W Publisher: McGraw-Hill ISBN: 9780078022647

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Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries (4th ed) By: Houglum, P.A. (2016) Publisher: Human Kinetics ISBN: 9781450468831

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The Small Business Book: A NZ guide to 21st century (6th ed) By: Oliver, L. & English, J. (2012) Publisher: Allen & Unwin ISBN: 9781741751413

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Programme Assessment

Assessment Methodology Assessments used in the Bachelor of Applied Science with majors in Physical Health and Wellness, Strength and Conditioning and Sport and Recreation Management, are intended to enable the student to meet the learning outcomes of the programme, to identify the learning needs of the students and to allow progress toward the achievement of learning outcomes. Formative and summative types of assessment will be used. No one method can reliably assess all learning outcomes, or all types of learning, especially as there are both theoretical and practical requirements within the curriculum. Given this, a variety of strategies will be used, appropriate to the learning outcomes being assessed. Grading Scale The grading scale used in this programme is: A (+/-) Pass with Distinction B (+/-) Pass with Merit C (+/-) Pass D Fail E Fail F Ungraded Fail (no assessment undertaken) DNC Did not complete both all compulsory assessments for a course and CAR (Grade) (AEG) Aegrotat Pass CR Credit gained through the recognition of prior learning W Withdrawn R Restricted Pass CO Conceded Pass CP Conditional Pass The following percentages for each grade shall be used: A+ 85 – 100 A 80 – 84 A- 75 – 79 B+ 70 – 74 B 65 – 69 B- 60 – 64 C+ 55 – 59 C 50 – 54 D 40 – 49 E 0 – 39 F Ungraded Fail

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Te Reo Māori UCOL acknowledges the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and endorses the right of its students to use Te Reo Māori in assessments. If you are fluent in Te Reo and wish to be assessed in it, you should inform your course leaders of this at the beginning of the programme. See Assessment in Te Reo Māori Procedure. Resubmits and Resits

Students must attend all scheduled assessments. In the event of a student being unable to attend an assessment, a medical (or comparable) certificate is required. Students who do not attend the scheduled assessment time and who do not offer such a certificate (or verifiable explanation) will be deemed to have voluntarily missed the assessment.

If a student receives a mark of 49% or less for an assessment, they are entitled to one resit for that course. Resits are conducted before the course end date. An application for a resubmit or resit must be submitted to your course leader in writing using the Appendix 4 – Request for Resubmit/Resit form at the back of this handbook. It can also be made in electronic form via email which must include all the information required by the form. You may be charged a fee for this process. The due date for resubmission of the assessment or resit will be negotiated between the student and the course leader concerned. This will occur within two weeks of the return of the assessment.

To achieve a passing grade for the assessment through a resit, a student must achieve at least 50% in the resit task. In this event, the passing grade awarded in the assessment is to be the minimum achievable pass grade, that is, 50%.

Should students not achieve a passing grade in the course as a result of the resit then they will be eligible to enrol in the course when it is next offered. Be aware of course prerequisites as failure to complete a course may result in you not been able to continue with other courses (see pages 10-12).

Conduct During Assessments During your study, you are expected to observe and comply with the Academic Statute and all programme regulations. Plagiarism or cheating is not tolerated. Academic dishonesty includes:

copying from or inappropriate communicating with another person during an exam or assessment;

possessing any unauthorised material during an exam or assessment;

submitting any work for assessment that is not your own and whose author has not been acknowledged;

plagiarise the work (including images and figures) of another without indicating that the ideas and/or words are not the student’s own;

copying another’s work;

collaborating with others in the preparation of material, except where this is an assessment requirement; and

resubmitting your own work without prior written approval of the course leader.

Turnitin, or a similar programme, will regularly be used to determine whether your work is authentic and that you have not committed academic dishonesty/misconduct. Also, see Conduct of Examinations and Assessments Procedure.

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Part VIII of the Academic Statute outlines the disciplinary proceedings that apply should you breach these rules. Extensions Extensions for an assessment can only be granted prior to the assessment due date. Only one extension per course will be granted unless there are exceptional circumstances. These circumstances may include:

sickness – a medical certificate must be presented to the Course Leader.

bereavement – the Course Leader must be informed as soon as possible.

extenuating circumstances – these circumstances must be explained to the Course or Programme Leader and proof may be required.

An application for an extension must be submitted to your course leader in writing using the Appendix 2 – Request for Extension form at the back of this handbook. It can also be made in electronic form via email which must include all the information required by the form. You will receive notification of the outcome once your course leader has reached a decision. Extensions will be for a maximum of seven (7) days only unless stated otherwise. Where an extension has been granted, and the extension deadline has been met, no penalties will apply. Your assessment will be marked and feedback provided in the same way as if the assessment was submitted on the original date and time.

Penalties for Late Submissions The following conditions apply to all late submissions of assessments that do not have an approved extension:

all assessment work received after the due date and time, and not subject to an approved extension, will attract a penalty;

the penalty for late submission is the deduction of 10% of the mark achieved for each day beyond the due date for submission;

the penalty is applied for a maximum of five (5) days;

an assessment received after the fifth day from the due date for submission will be returned unmarked and a zero (0) grade will be entered; and

no late submissions may be accepted after marked assessments have been returned to students, unless it can be determined that there will be no advantage to the student submitting the late assessment or disadvantage to students who have submitted the work on time.

Reconsideration of Results If you believe that your assessment has been incorrectly assessed, you can apply to your course leader for a reconsideration of result within five (5) days of the return of the assessment. You must apply in writing using the Appendix 3 – Request for Reconsideration of Result form at the back of this handbook. You may be charged a fee for this process. Your result may be unchanged, raised or lowered following reconsideration. The reconsidered result will be recorded as the final result. However, you still have the right to appeal this result in accordance with the Academic Statute.

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Special Passes If through illness, accident, bereavement or other exceptional circumstances beyond your control, you are unable to complete an assessment or programme, you can apply for a Special Pass. The four types of Special Passes are:

Aegrotat Pass: awarded when you are unable to present work for assessment at the time it is due, you are unable to attend a test or examination, or your performance is seriously impaired in a test or examination.

Conceded Pass: awarded when you have otherwise reached an acceptable standard in the programme but have narrowly failed one course, thus affecting your ability to complete the qualification.

Conditional Pass: awarded when you have marginally failed to meet the required academic standard but in all other aspects have demonstrated an ability to meet it.

Restricted Pass: awarded when you have marginally failed to meet the required academic standard for the course and, if awarded, does not qualify you to enrol in a subsequent course/programme for which a pass in the original course is a pre-requisite.

If you are interested in requesting a Special Pass, contact your course leader. Programme curriculum regulations and other conditions may apply. Academic Appeals The academic appeals process is outlined in Part IX of the Academic Statute. Inability to Meet Programme Requirements Under certain circumstances, an individual study contract may be drawn up to encourage you to meet programme requirements. If you have a serious health problem or other personal circumstances that impact on your ability to meet programme requirements, please inform your course and/or programme leader. Remember, if you are having difficulties with your programme there are ways UCOL can help you. If you do decide to withdraw, you must complete a Change of Circumstances Form. These can be obtained from the Information Centre. An email informing your course leader that you plan to dis-engage/withdraw from the course (and/or programme) will suffice if you are unable to hand the Change-of- Circumstance form in.

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Student Responsibilities

Academic Responsibilities All students at UCOL are expected and required to not use any unfair means during all types of assessments (see ‘Conduct During Assessments’ on page 20). Non-academic Responsibilities All students at UCOL (whether on UCOL premises or at a UCOL activity off campus) are expected and required to behave at all times in a reasonable and lawful manner in all circumstances.

Without limiting the first statement, you are required:

to observe all UCOL health and safety rules;

to treat all people (whilst on UCOL premises or at a UCOL activity off campus), including UCOL staff and students, in a lawful manner in the circumstances and with respect and consideration;

to attend UCOL course activities and tuition without the influence of alcohol and/or unlawful substances;

to take reasonable care not to damage or destroy UCOL resources and to use all UCOL resources in accordance with UCOL’s directions;

not to harass any person whilst on UCOL premises or at a UCOL activity off campus;

not to discriminate against any person in a way which is unlawful; and

to act in a manner that maintains your wellbeing and that of all other staff and students at UCOL.

Quick Links Further information is available at:

Academic Statute

Student Discipline Statute (Non-academic)

Student Health and Safety Obligations Policy

Student Health and Emergency Procedure

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Overview of third-year 90 Credit course An underlying philosophy of the Bachelor of Applied Science offerings is that structured physical activity becomes a proactive, rather than reactive, response. To this end, students will be equipped not only with technical skills, but the soft skills to assist clients to achieve their objectives. The inclusion of a 90-credit major-specific Applied Professional Practice component encompassing 360 hours’ placement and a significant applied research project is an initiative to ensure that graduates are well-entrenched in the sector and are equipped with the soft skills, and cultural sensitivity, to be influential in the groups they are working with. The Physical Health and Wellness major is an initiative to provide exercise professionals with the knowledge and skills to safely assist people living with a high-risk of developing major health diseases to overcome barriers, adopt sound exercise practices and change unhealthy behaviours. The Strength and Conditioning major will be of relevance to sporting bodies, and is a response to a growing number of opportunities to work with school sports teams, as well as high-performing regional and, possibly, national teams. Stakeholder feedback identified a need for a major in Sport and Recreation Management. This aligns with a recognised need by councils and similar bodies for skilled people to organise and manage sport and fitness related events and community-building activities. Stakeholders and current students view the 90-credit Applied Professional Practice component positively, in that it offers greater opportunity for exposure to the industry via both a placement and an applied research project. This placement will provide graduates with a more realistic view of the industry and provide positive networking opportunities. Equally, the 7-month duration of the placement allows for prolonged exposure to the industry and for meaningful projects to be comprehensively undertaken.

What does ‘90 credits’ actually mean? This is a 90 credit course which means that there is a requirement for students to complete 900 hours of input into activities related to developing their skills as an exercise professional. A full-time student will be committing at least 35 hours per week to this course (similar to all weeks during the 3-year programme). To help students understand all the activities, and related hours, the following breakdown is provided. Weekly Classes Each week during the 26 teaching weeks, there will be a 2-hour class with the Course Leader. The primary purpose will be to assist students with their research project, ensuring they are able to adequately complete all the tasks required during the research journey. Additionally, this contact time will be an opportunity to initiate discussions related to any of the challenges with clients/patients/athletes (unique conditions/situations) to help students offer their clients a service in which they feel confident - within their scope of practice. Practical Placement (working in industry environments with real patients/projects) During this 7-month placement students are expected to work at an industry-related ‘commercial’ facility under the guidance of a host (from that organisation) for 14-15 hours each week. Typically, this would be 4-5 hours a day, three days a week, where students will gain valuable experience working face-to-face with an array of clients/patients/athletes. Initially, this would be one-on-one with

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clients but as they progress and are refining their hard and soft skills, students should be able to safely work with 2-3 low risk patients each hour or larger groups of clients/athletes. Such activities could include client consultations, client ‘fitness’ assessments, client education and client training/intervention sessions. Each student will need to keep an up-to-date record of the breakdown of all their completed client-hours. By the end of the placement period, the required amount of client contact hours must be 360 in total. Please note that placements will only be at UCOL approved facilities. Additionally, your Course Leader will arrange regular opportunities/sessions for formal UCOL assessment with each student at their placement and while placement hosts will not directly assess your performance, the Course Leader will regularly communicate with the host of each student to discuss progress, client interactions and any challenges that the student may be facing.

Industry Preparation Activities (behind-the-scene Skills) To supplement the 7-month placement experience, students are expected to prepare for client/patient/athlete consultations and assessments and complete all the client administration for 6 hours each week. Typically, this would be 2 hours a day, three days a week, where students will research aspects related to their client (e.g., exercise requirements and progressions), capture and process client data, generate client reports, design initial training programmes (based on best practice) and develop client education material. These behind-the-scene tasks will allow students to develop their skills over 160 recorded hours.

Research Project For the research project students will need to set aside 10 hours per teaching week to systematically work their way through the various research phases. These include doing a review of the literature to develop a research question, testing all their study participants’ baseline measures, implementing/co-ordinating a 2-3 month monitored training regime, retesting to determine the effect of their training, and then providing the reasoning for the changes experienced in their study participants. (The main focus of the UCOL classes, during this course, is about helping students successfully complete this project’s requirements.) Assignment Preparation During the placement, students will have various additional assignments to complete. An average of 3 hours per week will be needed to prepare and complete these assignments. These could include presenting educational seminars, attending progress meetings with their Course Leader, reporting how they solved problems, providing evidence of critical reflection, and providing feedback to stakeholders and/or community members. Student Support During Placement During the placement period, students will not only be under the guidance and mentorship of the Placement Host and Course Leader, but also a non-academic staff member from UCOL’s Student Support Services and Te Atakura which will enable students to talk about academic and non-academic matters that might be impacting on their learning. Additionally, formal (planned) and informal (random) supervision meetings by UCOL staff members will be regularly conducted so that staff can hear about student experiences and provide feedback to all parties. For each placement, a tripartite agreement (signed by UCOL, the host organisation and the student) will be put in place that sets out the terms of conduct and expectations of each placement opportunity which will be aligned to the requirements of the chosen major. While there will be a formal dispute

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resolution process within the agreement (that can be initiated by any party), please remember that, at any time during the placement, you are welcome to contact your Course Leader and/or Programme Leader to discuss any issue (positive or negative).

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Appendix 1 – Study Contract

Student Name:

Date:

I hereby acknowledge that I have received, read and understand the contents of my student handbook. In signing this agreement, I agree to abide by the rules and conditions stated within that handbook. I understand that, should I breach any of the above mentioned rules, I may be subject to disciplinary action. I understand that if I wish to withdraw from part or all of my programme or my circumstances change in other ways that affect my programme, it is my responsibility to complete a Change of Circumstances form and to submit it immediately to Student Information.

Signed:

I have explained any areas of concern or confusion expressed regarding the rules and conditions stated in the student handbook. I am assured that the student understands his/her obligations as a student on this programme.

Lecturer Name:

Date Received:

Signed:

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Appendix 2 – Request for Extension

Student Name:

Date:

I would like to request an extension for the submission of assessment for the following:

Programme:

Course:

Test/Assessment:

Date Due:

Reason for Requesting Extension:

I declare that the information given is correct and true. Signed:

Lecturer Name:

Date Received:

Decision:

Declined / Approved (circle one) for ______ day(s)

Reason Declined:

Note:

Requests must be made prior to the due date.

Extensions will be for a maximum of seven (7) days only unless stated otherwise. Extensions will only be issued to those who have genuine reasons for not being able to complete

assessments.

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Appendix 3 – Request for Reconsideration of Result Student Name:

Date:

Programme:

Course:

Test/Assessment:

I request reconsideration of my result for the above test/assessment. I understand that the mark I receive from this reconsideration (albeit lower) will appear on my final transcript. Yours sincerely Signed:

Note: This request must be made within five (5) days of receiving your original result. Lecturer Name:

Date Received:

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Appendix 4 – Request for Resubmit / Resit

Student Name:

Date:

Programme:

Course:

Test/Assessment:

Date Due:

Reason for Requesting Resubmit/Resit:

Supporting Documentation Attached: Medical certificate

Employer

Other (specify)

Signed:

Lecturer Name:

Date Received:

Decision:

Declined / Approved (circle one)

Reason Declined: