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This course is for you if you enjoy a style of learning that incorporates investigative work into real leisure organisations and practices.

Why should I choose Leisure Studies?

The practical emphasis provides you with the skills to produce high quality reports, presentations and practical demonstrations.

There is a large coursework element and you need to become self-motivated, working well individually and also with others in a team.

This course will suit students who enjoy the application of theory to authentic practical situations

What will I study?

There are core units that all students on the course will study:
Ensuring that you have a good understanding of all aspects of leisure including its structure

  • Practices and procedures
  • Changing customer demands
  • Leisure facilities
  • Customer Services
  • Lifestyle and leisure developments
  • Current issues in leisure

In addition the course enables you to become practically involved on event planning and outdoor adventure activities.

Huish Extra

We have established good links with local and national leisure facilities, ensuring that students have a rewarding experience both academically and practically. Students have access to appropriate additional qualifications including coaching awards, First Aid qualifications, Customer Service qualifications and involvement in community projects