Bachelor’s Degree in Sports and Leisure Management

Generic Competences

LEARNING TO LEARN
The graduating student recognises the strengths and development areas of their competence and learning methods, and they utilise the opportunities communities and digitalisation provide in their learning

OPERATING IN A WORKPLACE
The graduating student has versatile working life skills and is able to operate in work communities of their field.

ETHICS
The graduating student adheres to the ethical principles and values of their field of profession, taking the principles of equality and non-discrimination into account

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
The graduating student is familiar with the principles of sustainable development, promotes their implementation and acts responsibly as a professional and a member of society

INTERNATIONALITY AND MULTICULTURALISM
The graduating student is able to operate in multicultural and international operating environments and networks.

PROACTIVE DEVELOPMENT
The graduating student is able to develop solutions that anticipate the future of their own field, applying existing knowledge and research and development methods

Description of Competences

WELL-BEING EXPERTISE

The student understands the factors influencing human growth, development, and behavior at different stages of the life cycle and can comprehensively consider the client's well-being. The student can plan and guide health-promoting physical activity and actions promoting mental well-being in a client-centered manner. They can act as an expert in the health effects of exercise, identify socially important stakeholders related to well-being, and understand customer pathways. The student can utilize exercise counseling recommendations in the coaching process and assess, analyze, and interpret the effectiveness of well-being services from a societal perspective. They identify necessary interpersonal skills for promoting well-being and can apply them in practice. The student recognizes and evaluates their resources as the starting point for their well-being.

BUSINESS EXPERTISE

The student internalizes the significance of an entrepreneurial attitude in producing and implementing exercise and wellness services. They recognize the business potential originating from societal needs for offering responsible and high-quality exercise and wellness services. The student identifies the basic functions of business operations, understands the fundamentals of profitable business, and possesses the readiness for entrepreneurship.

PEDAGOGICAL AND DIDACTIC EXPERTISE

The student can plan, implement, and evaluate extensive physical education packages and models, considering the objectives of physical education and physical activity recommendations. They can utilize the opportunities of exercise in supporting growth, development, and a physically active lifestyle. The student can purposefully and diversely apply teaching methods in guiding various target groups in varied instructional situations and exercise environments, with a focus on safety. They master the fundamental knowledge and skills of various forms of exercise and can apply them in guiding different target groups. The student uses exercise skills as a means to develop physical attributes. They form a guidance and learning concept as a physical education instructor based on their values and knowledge structures.

COACHING EXPERTISE

The student understands the mechanisms of exercise effects and can plan and implement goal-oriented, safe, and testing-based coaching programs for promoting well-being and developing physical attributes. They can analyze their own coaching expertise and its development. The student can utilize their coaching expertise in developing a comprehensive and customer-centric service offering. They can produce personal coaching programs using a holistic approach.

SOCIAL AND LEADERSHIP EXPERTISE

The student is aware of the development prospects of exercise culture and services and can promote the role of exercise in society responsibly. They can operate in expert, managerial, and leadership positions in organizations in the exercise and wellness sectors. The student recognizes leadership models and methods for promoting well-being at work to improve efficiency, achieve results, and enhance the quality of working life. They understand the significance of data-driven decision-making.

Annual Themes – Study Progress Description

1st Year: Spark (Explore)
Great, you've ignited a spark for the field of exercise and well-being. Now, you're beginning to form an understanding of the industry and starting to write your own story towards your professional dream.

(The student forms an understanding of the exercise and well-being field and their relationship to the profession).

2nd Year: Flame (Act)
From spark to flame. A flame requires oxygen, which you can breathe in the pulse of Vuokatti. Now, you're already taking real action in planning, implementing, and evaluating exercise.

(The student plans, implements, and evaluates exercise and various events for guided groups).

3rd Year: Fire (Develop)
In your third year, you're on fire in your studies in the exercise and well-being field! You can utilize the tools you've acquired for development tasks in the exercise and well-being field and can justify your actions responsibly.

(The student independently develops the exercise and well-being field and can justify their actions).

4th Year: Blaze (Apply)
From fire to blaze. Now, you have the courage to apply knowledge and skills in the exercise and well-being field, networking with industry players and other collaborators with an entrepreneurial attitude. You're ready to shine with your unique expertise as you continue towards the next chapter in your story in the exercise and well-being field.

(The student applies knowledge, skills, and attitudes in the exercise and well-being field, networking with industry players and other collaborators).

General

"Our mission is to educate experts in the field of physical activity who are capable of producing high-quality exercise and well-being services responsibly, addressing the needs of society.

Customer Promise:
Our university studies will assist you in promoting holistic well-being by delivering high-quality exercise and well-being services. You will find ways to create a fulfilling career in the field of physical activity with an entrepreneurial attitude. Throughout your studies, we guide and support you alongside your peer group. During your studies, you will have the opportunity to experience and embrace well-being in Vuokatti, a unique and year-round environment for elite sports, active enthusiasts, and travelers.

Generic Working Life Skills or Competences

Educational Philosophy:
The guiding principle of our education is well-being and responsible business. This philosophy is evident throughout the entire course. Well-being involves promoting holistic well-being at different stages of the life cycle, considering individuality. Responsible business includes producing high-quality exercise and well-being services based on societal needs."