The role of an applied practitioner in sport and exercise science draws together key aspects of physiology, nutrition, biomechanics and psychology to improve sporting performance. In this module you will learn advanced topics and professionalised concepts for applied practitioners in sport and exercise science. Through critique of recent applied research and practical laboratory work, you will examine issues related to athlete sports and exercise performance and methods to enhance performance through intervention. The knowledge you gain will enable you to evalute the role of an accredited applied sport and exercise scientist and develop the practical skills required to work with a range of athletes and sports.
Lectures 16 hours, Practicals 16 hours
1,500 words Extended Writing. Assessment Details: Essay 1 worth 25%.
2,000 words Extended Writing . Assessment Details: Essay 2 worth 75%.
Reassessment Method: Like for like
On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:
1. Analyse the scientific principles underpinning athlete performance.
2. Critically evaluate methods available to assess athletes reponse to training and readiness to compete.
3. Justify the use of interventional strategies involved in the preparation of the athlete for sports performance.
4. Identify the multi- and inter-disciplinary role of the sport and exercise science practitioner within a variety of performance settings.
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