Physical Education at CCCU

Graduation Day! Our favourite day of the year 🎓

Congratulations to the PESES class of 2024!

Keep in touch and good luck with all your new adventures!

Semester 1 teaching starts from Monday 23 Sepetmber for PESES. I have emailed all Year 2 and 3 students again this morning (Wednesday) so please look at your Uni emails. Also please check you have completed all your actions to get re-registered and I look forward to seeing you all soon!

Another great Induction/Welcome back to all the PEPAS students! Appropriately the gold bibs team were the winners!

Great first few days with the new PESES students having some kinball fun as part of Welcome Week!

Foundation degree Physical Education, Physical Activity and Sport (PEPAS) and BA top up PEPAS have been emailed today about Welcome Day on Tuesday 17 September. Emails sent to Uni and personal emails.

Year 1 Physical Education and Sport & Exercise Science (PESES) and Foundation Year PESES have been emailed today with details for Welcome Week which starts from 16 September, sent to Uni and personal emails.

Looking forward to PESES Graduation on Wednesday 18 September for the 2.30pm ceremony. 🎓 Hope to catch up with you all outside the Cathedral for a group photo!

Great opportunity for a maternity cover position at Dane Court Grammar School from November 2024. A chance to work in a dynamic PE department led by an alumna of the PESES degree.

Teacher of Physical Education (Maternity)Teacher at Dane Court Grammar School, Broadstairs We are seeking to appoint a committed and talented PE specialist to join our vibrant department to cover maternity leave. 

BSc PHYSICAL EDUCATION, SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCE (PESES) COURSE

I have emailed all progressing Year 2 and Year 3 PESES students today (27 August) with details about transition to the next year of study.

Please check your Uni emails to help with a smooth progression.

Term starts w/b 23 September.

Alison

FOUNDATION DEGREE AND BA TOP UP PHYSICAL EDUCATION, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND SPORT (PEPAS)

Progressing students moving onto the Year 2 PEPAS and the BA PEPAS have all been emailed this morning (Tuesday 27 August) with their timetables for 2024/2025 and information for the Welcome/Induction Day on Tuesday 17 September.

Please check your Univeristy emails.

Please remember to re-register for Year 2 and register for the BA (as this counts as a separate degree to the FD, you need to complete the fill registration process again).

See you all on 17 Sepetmber at Polo Farm for a 10am start for returning students.

Alison

Year 1 students who were on the Foundation Year, Year 2, Year 3 students on PESES and PEPAS.

Hello and welcome back! 👋

Please look out for emails from the Uni to re-register and check module choices and that your student finance is in place. Some of you may also need to arrange a DBS check.

Timetables are available from the Uni timetables but I will be emailing all students next week with information to help you settle back into studying for the first time.

Any questions please email [email protected]

Look forward to seeing you all for the start of term which is the week beginning Monday 23rd September.

Alison

Hello! 👋

Welcome to our student community for PE courses at CCCU.

Most of our members of this group are on the BSc Physical Education and Sport & Exercise Science (and with Foundation Year) or on the Foundation Degree (2 year) and one year BA (Hons) Physical Education, Physical Activity and Sport (PEPAS).

The Course Director for both courses is Alison Carney so if you have any questions as a new student to the Univeristy then please email Alison on [email protected]

Welcome Week for PESES is the week beginning Monday 16th Sepetmber and for PEPAS your Welcome Day (as its an employment based route) is Tuesday 17th Sepetmber which matches your Uni day when not in work.

Please look out for emails about registration, accommodation, DBS checks, Course Essentials and so on.

We look forward to meeting you all and working with you on your Christ Church journey!

Please do email if any questions.

Alison

What a fantastic day at the CCCU Secondary PE Conference! A great day of collaboration, knowledge exchange and support across a number of secondary schools, colleges and external agencies. Planned in partnership with Active Kent & Medway we are looking forward to next year already!

Inclusive Tennis Event led by Year 1 Foundation Degree students in partnership with Active Kent & Medway

PE and Dance teacher (Whitstable).

PE and Dance teacher (with a golden hello).

PE - EDIT - just PE (not PE and Science). And you also get to work with ex CCCU PE student!

Teacher of Girls PE and a 5k golden hello!

Teacher of PE and Dance with a 5k golden hello!

Job opportunity working with a Head of PE who was on the FD and BA PEPAS course. Great opportunity!

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PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CONTACT DETAILS ARE UP TO DATE. This is important for any communication and posting of certificates - vital that you do not have your Uni address listed if you will no longer be living there for post!

Graduation dates! 🎓

PESES students - Tuesday 17 OR Wednesday 18 September 2024.

BA PEPAS - Thursday 30 OR Friday 31 January 2025.

Please note that to graduate with your cohort, you need to have completed your assessments in a timely manner to process results and degree classifications. If you need to resubmit in the summer reassessment period, you will be offered a different graduation date.

We're hosting the Association of Physical Education Early Years Motor Competency Screen Course, if you or any of your schools might be interested in attending on 13th June, please see the link and flyer

https://www.afpe.org.uk/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1840329&group=

University scores funding to encourage activity in the community through touch rugby.

The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has awarded Canterbury Christ Church University’s Sport and Active Health Department funding for an exciting touch rugby initiative.

In collaboration with Canterbury Rugby Football Club, the project aims to promote active living and community engagement through the introduction of touch rugby sessions.

The free touch rugby sessions are open to individuals of all skill levels, providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for participants. This initiative aligns with the University's commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles and strengthening community bonds through sports and recreational activities. Sessions will be hosted at the Canterbury Rugby Club every Friday evening, from 7pm to 8.30pm.

The Touch Rugby Project will be spearheaded by University student and sports scholar, Ella Jenkins. Taking on the role of Touch Rugby Project Officer, Ella will dedicate 10 hours per week to support the development and ex*****on of the project.

Speaking about the initiative, Paul Carney, Director of Sport at Canterbury Christ Church University, said: "I am thrilled to be part of an initiative that encourages more people to be active. Touch rugby is a fantastic sport and our superb women’s rugby community is already very friendly and supportive; the funding from the Rugby Football Union will help extend this opportunity even further. I am eager for our team to contribute to its success in our community."

Nathan Morris, Head of Player Pathway at Canterbury Rugby Club said: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Canterbury Christ Church University on this touch rugby project. It's a fantastic opportunity to bring our community together through the love of the game. This initiative not only promotes getting more active but also strengthens the bonds between our club and the broader community. We look forward to welcoming participants to our club every Friday evening and creating lasting memories on the rugby field."

For further information on the project contact John Burton, Head of Delivery in Sport & Active Health:
[email protected]

Subject: Student Voice and Golden Apple Awards:

Hello everyone,

The nominations for the Student Voice & Golden Apple Awards are now open!

The Student Voice & Golden Apple Awards is an annual award ceremony that aims to celebrate all staff and students who have made a significant impact on your student lives.

This year the awards will be taking place on Wednesday 29th May, 13:00 - 16:00 in Augustine Hall, Canterbury and will be hosted by the Students' Union in proud collaboration with Peer Mentoring, Careers and Enterprise, and the School and College Engagement Team.

In the run up to the awards, we are asking all of you to nominate the staff and students who have continuously had a positive impact on your time at university. We would really appreciate it if you could fill out the given nomination forms below to let people know how much of a positive impact they’ve had on your student experience.

Nominations will close on Thursday 25th April at 17:00.

The Golden Apple: Shining a light on unsung heroes! The Golden Apple Award recognises exceptional university staff members who dedicate themselves to creating a safe and positive environment at CCCU. From fostering a vibrant campus community to providing invaluable support services, these individuals go above and beyond to ensure students thrive. So, please nominate the staff member, this is not exclusive to academic staff but to recognise all staff that have made an impact on your student experience here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnPluyReG7XeGqh-ZbFvibPQzxEGXNji7b1RS1kWFXJMWqMg/closedform (Only students can nominate)

Student Voice Award categories:
The Student Rep category: They juggle studies, their busy private lives, and your voices! The Student Voice Awards celebrate the tireless Student Representatives who have volunteered their time to amplify the voice of students across the university. These unsung heroes dedicate themselves to improving the academic experience, tackling concerns and advocating for a thriving learning environment. From course content to campus resources, Student Representatives ensure student voices are heard loud and clear. Please nominate a Student Rep, this can be a course, school or faculty rep, that has made an impact on your experience here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8E-uXD50Ir3HZLD5GRs1Uf3RXOHCP_E4Ih2ooFniQrSkJGA/viewform (Only students can nominate)

The Peer Mentor category: Do you know someone who has gone the extra mile in their role as a mentor? Mentees, mentors, and staff are welcome to nominate Peer Mentors, Course Mentors, and Believe, Achieve, Mentor, Empower Mentors in order to recognise their dedication and show the far-reaching impact of their volunteering here: http://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=2rIgA90iq02MIW5kS6FPE7Q_b3RhidJLlOW89gJ7w3xUMEE0VTNDQzNSU0FLUEdUU1dQTzk2WDZVUy4u (Mentors, Mentees and staff can nominate)

The Ambassador category: has been developed to recognise our outstanding Student Ambassadors at CCCU. From working at Answers' Days to engaging with young people in schools and colleges as well as supporting the international community at the university and promoting the amazing experiences on offer at CCCU, our Student Ambassadors demonstrate how undertaking these roles while studying can develop your skills and enhance your student experience. We want to recognise this and celebrate the achievements of our ambassadors at the Student Voice and Golden Apple Awards this year. So, please nominate a student you think deserves to be recognised here: https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2FPages%2FResponsePage.aspx%3Fid%3D2rIgA90iq02MIW5kS6FPE9PkbSTvGUhBj1gw6OXHVndUM1lUQUdBQ0w4RElQOTVXSDNLQ1g2OE1FQS4u&data=05%7C02%7Calison.carney%40canterbury.ac.uk%7C051aa2852a3b48c9411c08dc4f0b6f3e%7C0320b2da22dd4dab8c216e644ba14f13%7C0%7C0%7C638472157820642087%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IGr4QhkTYT9aruE39lZKcfANELoDrurE2pNmHKkgRYU%3D&reserved=0 (All Students and staff can nominate)

If you are unable to access the nomination forms from the links provided, please head to ccsu.co.uk/voice-awards/

Volunteering and GradForce are awards that cannot be nominated for. These are in recognition of the time students have dedicated outside of their studies, to their personal development.

If you are a student volunteer, make sure that your volunteering log is up to date. These can be roles outside and with the university. The hours you log are not just recognised at the awards ceremony in May, but also on your university transcript.
Head to the Volunteering Hub to log your hours!

How we will celebrate the Students and Staff you nominate:

Once you have nominated someone each winner and runner up will receive complimentary entrance to the awards, a certificate and for the winners, a trophy. All nominees will be invited to the awards and recognised for their hard work. You too are welcome to come and celebrate on the day! We will also be serving free food and drinks at the award ceremony.

After the Award Ceremony we will be circulating all the positive things you have said to the nominee excluding your name unless you decide to send a Video nomination! Please give us as much detail as to why you think they deserve an award, so that you can make their day!

Important dates to remember:
Nominations close on Thursday 25th of April at 17:00.
We will be back in touch on Wednesday 1st of May regarding booking a spot at the event.
The actual award ceremony is set to take place on Wednesday 29th of May from 13:00-16:00 at Augustine Hall.

The Student Voice and Golden Apple Awards are proudly hosted by Christ Church Students' Union in collaboration with Peer Mentoring, Careers and Enterprise (GradForce and Volunteering) and the School and College Engagement Team.

We hope to see you all there!

Please fill out this form

Student reflection of the PESES course....

Top four things about my Physical Education, Sport & Exercise Science degree Read why Harry loves studying Physical Education, Sport & Exercise Science at Canterbury Christ Church University, Kent.

'Enhancing physical education provision and improving access to sport and physical activity in school'
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Happy start of semester 2 day! January has felt like a long month!

Check University timetables if you are unsure of when your modules are.

Contact your Course Director or PAT if you have any further questions.

Have a great semester!

Fabulous to see the BA PEPAS students on Friday at their Graduation. We managed to get some photos from the Faculty lead for social media so will share once they have been sent to me.

Also look out for: https://www.instagram.com/cccu_fsess?igsh=dno0dW82ZTYzZXhx

There is already one up on Instagram of a group shot through the banner.

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Our favourite day of the year! 🎓 Looking forward to celebrating with the BA PEPAS students, family and friends. It will be a proud moment to see you graduate in the cathedral and please meet us afterwards outside for a group photo and a catch up!

How to prepare for graduation 🌟

1. Head to Canterbury - Leave plenty of time to arrive in the city of Canterbury 🚗 Go to Augustine House and collect your purchased guest tickets at the ticket collection desk on the second floor 🎫
2. Gown up - Get into your cap and robe in AH 3.31 🎓
3. Get ready for your close-up! – Have your graduation photo taken in either Augustine House or in Lg46 & Lg47 on our main campus 📸 Plus head over to the Careers and Enterprise hub for a free LinkedIn headshot 💼
4. Make your way to the Cathedral - You must check in to register 1 hour before your ceremony ✅
5. Live streaming - Those who are unable to attend the ceremonies in the Cathedral can watch in St George’s Centre or online 🎦 > https://ow.ly/mkur50QsTCM
6. Ceremony time - Your big moment awaits! 🙌
7. Time to celebrate! – Those with Celebratory Drinks Reception tickets can head over to the Anselm Building on the main campus 🎉🥂

Canterbury Cathedral

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