FdSc Sport and Exercise Science

Year 1

Core modules

• Fundamentals of Training and Fitness (EXF105)

  This module focuses on the principles of training, generic to all sport and exercise regimes. The components of fitness will be examined, in terms of training and assessment. Students will be expected to apply their knowledge and understanding to the planning, implementation and evaluation of personal fitness programmes. Students will complete a YMCA Gym Instructors qualification as part of the assessment of this module.

• Exercise and Lifestyle (EXF106)

  The aim of this module is to examine the role of exercise in a healthy lifestyle. Students will explore the evidence for the benefits of exercise for both physical and psychological health. They will also investigate motivational theories to explain involvement and adherence to exercise. The possible risks of exercise addiction overuse syndrome and injuries will also be discussed.

• Developing Research and Practice (SOUD1117B)

  This module is designed to enable students to demonstrate that they have all the qualities and transferable skill necessary for relevant employment requiring the exercise of responsibility and decision making, including the ability to relate their professional practice to underlying theory and principles.

• Human Anatomy and Physiology (SOUD1156)

  In order that students can appreciate how the human body performs they need to understand how the body functions and initiates movement. This module will provide students with foundational knowledge of the structure and function of exercise related anatomy and physiology. It will also be a pre-requisite to exercise physiology.

• Skill Acquisition in Sport (SOUD1309)

  This unit has been designed to develop learners awareness of skill acquisition/ learning and to enable them to apply this knowledge to practical situations.

• Professional Vocational Study (SOUD1310)

  This module will give students the opportunity to support their academic programme and research with a vocational qualification. Candidates will be able to select one of the following vocational programmes; * GP Referral Scheme. *CYQ Gym Instructors Certificate. *VTCT Diploma in Sports Therapy. In addition to this, learners will also develop a clear understanding of the key principles and purpose of reflective practice.

Final year

Core modules

• Research Statistics for Sports and Exercise Science (EXF201)

  The students will be introduced to the disciplines and techniques of collecting, analysing presenting data. It includes the application and understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methods, and the use of computers for the analysis and evaluation of statistical data.

• Exercise Physiology (EXF202)

  To examine physiological factors that effect performance. Importance will be placed on the relationship of the cardio-vascular system, energy transport and metabolism alongside environmental factors that improve performance. The aim of the module is to build and develop principles/knowledge acquired in human anatomy and physiology to exercise science.

• Exercise and Health Psychology (EXF205)

  This module gives students an understanding of key psychological factors that influence performance and participation in sport and exercise. The module introduces the learner to an awareness of psychological skills and training methods that can be employed to enhance performance. It also provides an introduction to the key issues in exercise psychology and exercise adherence.

• Nutrition and Exercise (SOUD2114)

  This module provides the learner with knowledge relating to sports nutrition. The module looks at general nutritional requirements of physically active individuals, including macronutrients, micronutrients, energy balance and calorific values, and the assessment of calorie intake and expenditure. The module also examines how athletes prepare for and recover from exercise and means by which athletic performance can be improved via nutritional strategies.

• Biomechanics of Sports Performance (SOUD2261)

  In order to understand spots performance fully, students must have knowledge of the biomechanics of sports techniques. This allows them to appreciate the movements of the body and sports equipment allowing the coach to enhance sports performance.

• Sports Coaching and Leadership (SOUD2332)