This module is not currently running in 2024 to 2025.
In this module students will study the application of sport and exercise nutrition to enhancing sporting performance. Scientific enquiry and critical analysis is developed in order to provide skills in interpreting, evaluating and applying the latest evidence in sport and exercise nutrition.
Total contact hours: 22
Private study hours: 178
Total study hours: 200
Coursework (3,000 words) (100%)
Mainly journal article (contemporary primary research) at time of delivery. In addition consensus statements from recognised international authorities will be relevant to some topics, and these are updated regularly.
See the library reading list for this module (Medway)
The intended subject specific learning outcomes. On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
Critically discuss the effects of nutritional intake on sport and exercise performance
Understand uses and limitations of research methods relevant to the study of nutrition
Apply appropriate nutrition-related recommendations to athletes.
The intended generic learning outcomes. On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
Demonstrate communication and presentation skills - via the use of student led seminars and presentations on a variety of subject specific material with both individual and group settings used
Demonstrate problem solving skills – evidenced through making appropriate recommendations and appreciating the advantages and disadvantages of various methods
Be an independent and autonomous learner evidenced through the planning and management of learning, completing the extra self-directed study necessary to successfully complete the required assignments and tasks set during this module.
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