Module Leaders: Chris Selvey - Chris has been a tutor on the Surf Science programme for several years, leading the overseas field trip to France and Spain. He is currently studying for a Masters Degree (MRes). Julia Sullivan - Julia is quite new to the teaching team and has a passion for psychology and is also studying for an MRes. Tracy McDonald - Tracy is a new member of the team and has a PhD in microbiology. She currently teaches research projects and supports student Honours Projects. Stephen Bowens - Stephen is a new member of the team. Stephen teaches a number of different modules including Health, Fitness and Nutrition and also owns his own company which delivers a range of courses and activities in the water sport sector. Luke Hart - Luke is one of the foremost surfboard designers and builders in the UK and is the owner of The Toy Factory, Fourth Surfboard and the CAD tutor. Ruth Martin - Ruth is Curriculum Lead for marine studies and has an MSc. She tutors and supports students with research projects. Jason Birt - Jason has a passion for the marine environment and has been teaching on the course for many years. He teaches oceanography and meteorology. Ben Skinner - Ben currently stands 4th in the world in the Professional Longboard ratings. Ben delivers the board build at his purpose built factory close to the campus. CORPORATE HE ASSISTANT REGISTRAR: Mathew Tonkin. What does the Corporate HE Assistant Registrar (CHEAR) do? The CHEAR is your point of contact in HE Operations for all administrative paperwork to do with the programme. He can be contacted on: Telephone: 01209 617757 or Ext 3757. Email: Personal Tutor Your personal tutor should be the first person at the College that you speak to if you are having any personal difficulties that are affecting your studies. These could be academic, financial, health-related or another type of problem. Your personal tutor is there to provide additional academic and personal support concerning issues that may affect your studies. Personal Tutors are particularly important for students in their first year, helping them to manage the transition from school or the workplace to university-style life. Personal tutors also assist with helping you to engage with important aspects of preparation for your career and or progression to further study and profiling your progress through the programme.
Enter the username and password given to you from your programme manager or Learning Resource Staff member. The Student Community on the Portal signposts you to many resources including: E-resources, journals, databases - click on the myEdesk, Library, Media & IT (TIS) University student services and learning resources Link into UPSU, the University’s Student Union Academic information and regulations including the University student handbook How to work safely on the web Programme Details Enhancement Activities programme Structure and Delivery Level 4/Year 1 Level 5/Year 2 Module Code Module Title No. of Credits Core / Optional Term/ Semester Module Code Module Title No. of Credits Core / Optional Term/ Semester CORC1013 Personal Skills 20 Core 1 & 2 CORN223 Ecology and Conservation of the Marine Environment 20 Core 1 & 2 CORN123 Culture of Surf and Sport 20 Core 1 CORN242 Sociological and Psychological Perspectives of Surfing 20 Core 1 & 2 CORN124 Physical and Influences 10 Core 2 CORN243 Scientific Aspects of Health, Fitness and Nutrition 20 Core 1 & 2 CORN138 Surf Practice 10 Core 1 & 2 CORN269 Surf Business 20 Core 1 & 2 CORN139 Media and Events 10 Core 1 & 2 CORN251 Application of Computer Aided Design 20 Core 1 & 2
they were first studied; undertake further training, develop existing skills and acquire new competencies that will enable them to assume significant responsibilities within organisations and demonstrate the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision making. In particular: PESD An explanation for embedding Employment Related Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme: Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences and Environmental Studies (ES3) Foundation Degree Ability to use appropriate field equipment with due regard for safety and the assessment of risk. In particular in relation to Surf Practice, Marine Conservation, Fieldwork and Production Methods. In particular with regard to Health, Fitness and Nutrition, Research Project, CAD, Project work Competence in a range of business-related communication techniques Employ ecological surveying techniques. Biological assessment of environmental quality. Effective communication skills. Surf coaching and beach safety skills. Utilise basic surfboard manufacturing skills. Employ specific computer and information technology skills Laboratory work Projects Designated tasks Lectures and tutorials Learning from work Practical industry related sessions 3 and 4 5 Level 4 CORN122, CORN238 CORN146 CORN140 Level 5 CORN243, CORN242, CORN251,