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LSM301: Leisure, Tourism and Sports Policy Analysis

Module Title	Leisure, Tourism and Sports Policy Analysis
Module Code	LSM301
Module Tutor	Nicola Matthews
School	Leisure
CAT Points	15
Level of Study	6
Pre-requisites	Before taking this module you must pass LSM101 or pass TRM102
Co-requisites	None
Restrictions	None
Brief Description	The dynamic nature of the political and social contexts, within which leisure, tourism and sports services are provided, constitutes a challenge for those involved in the provision of such activities. An understanding of the impact and implications of political and policy issues, which frame managerial activities within the public, commercial and voluntary sectors, is thus of value to those entering these industries. This module explores the continually changing environment which directly impacts upon the provision of leisure, tourism and sports services and their place within UK communities.
Indicative Syllabus	The module explores the current involvement of the public, commercial and voluntary sectors in the provision of leisur, tourism and sports services. It examines the frameworks created by institutions within and beyond the UK. The influence of wider public policy agendas on provision for leisure, tourism and sports is also explored, as are varying approaches to enhancing participation in leisure, tourism and sports activities. The dynamic nature of the political and social context in which managers operate is examined, and the implications of this context for effective policy implementation are explored.
Learning Outcomes	i. Knowledge and Understanding On completion of this module students should be able to: a) demonstrate a critical awareness of the role of strategic political and planning activities in governing the provision of leisure, tourism and sports services in the public, commercial and voluntary sectors. b) analyse and critically evaluate the implications of relevant theories of policy and planning for the management of leisure, tourism and sports activities. c) demonstrate an appreciation of the synergy and potential conflict which arises from partnerships between the public, commercial and voluntary sectors and the dynamic political, social and environmental contexts in which they operate. d) demonstrate an understanding of the application of appropriate approaches to policy and planning in different situations and contexts. ii. Skills Students will be given the opportunity to develop their key skills in the following areas during the course of this module: Area 2 Communication and literacy Area 4 Independent learning and working Area 5 Working with others Area 7 Specific vocational skills: ability to undertake a critical analysis of a current leisure, tourism or sports policy
Learning and Teaching Activities	Staff/student contact -18%. A mix of lectures and tutorials Student directed learning- 82% hours independent study tasks, assignment preparation
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide)	001: 50% Coursework: Standard: 2000 words or equivalent 002: 50% Coursework: Group work, presentation: Group Presentation
Special Assessment Requirements	None
Indicative Resources	The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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