Sport science is a multi-faceted discipline, with importance in performance and clinical settings. In the health sector, exercise is prescribed for general health, and the management of many diseases, but how do the core natural sciences integrate in the study of sport and exercise science? You will be introduced to fundamental principles and concepts, and examine these in real-life sport and exercise contexts and scenarios. You will identify human anatomy and physiology, and learn how this relates to sport, exercise, rehabilitation and massage. You will learn how to assess amateur and elite sporting performance via performance testing and scientific analysis. You will also examine the psychology of sport and exercise, and the biomechanics of human movement. Upon completion of the module, you will recognise the importance of physical activity and exercise for health, and how it can be applied to the whole population to enhance public health and wellbeing.
Lecture 8 hours, Practical 16 hours, Workshop 8 hours
Short Writing Piece 1,000 words worth 40%
Group Presentation 20 minutes worth 60%
Reassessment: Like-for-Like
On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:
1. Identify anatomical structures and physiological functions of the human body, with specific applications to sport and exercise
2. Recognise how performance and fitness can be assessed and measured, within a performance and clinical setting
3. Recognise how physical activity considerations should be made for different populations, and how physical activity can be catered to suit these different populations
4. Describe the multi-disciplinary nature of sport science, and how these disciplines interact in relevant settings
5. Outline the biomechanical, physiological, psychological, and rehabilitative aspects of sports performance, exercise and physical activity behaviours
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