FdSc Sport: Coaching, Health and Fitness

Year 1

Core modules

• Sport, Health and Physical Activity Organisations (PETR1001)

  The module considers the different organisations which have a responsibility for, or an interest in, the provision of sports and physical activities to the general public. The roles, logistics and functions of these organisations will be studied in detail, as well as the ways in which they co-ordinate with each other to implement central and local government health initiatives.

• Human Performance in Sports (PETR1002)

  This module informs students of how the body functions in sport and exercise conditions by focusing on the physiological, biomechanical and psychological aspects of performance. This information will form the basis for developing strategies and training regimes designed to optimise physical performance.

• Sports Coaching (SD108)

  This module informs students of the theoretical principles required in organising coaching sessions in a range of sports. Students will be able to develop their coaching skills by means of leading practical sessions.

• Health and Fitness Principles (SD115)

  Increasingly the sports and exercise sector is operating within the context of health improvement. The module considers the causes and non-medical treatments or preventions for such conditions as obesity, CHD, cancer, osteoporosis, etc.

• Developing Graduate Skills (SD116B)

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

• Maintaining Personal Health (SHP104)

Final year

Core modules

• Health Promotion and Lifestyle Wellbeing (PETR2002)

  This module allows students to explore the relationship between lifestyle and health. Students will investigate a range of lifestyle factors which contribute to good or ill health, and determine how good health can be preserved by addressing levels of physical activity and nutritional intake.

• Further Principles of Sports Coaching (PETR2011)

  This module develops the principles and expertise gained in SD108, and provides for further opportunities for students to develop coaching abilities. An increased repertoire of skills will be required as situations and planning become more complex.

• Inclusive Activity for All (PETR2118)

  This module allows students to consider the needs of particular client groups in the context of sports and activity provision, and exercise prescription.

• Research Methods (SD212)

  This module introduces students to formal methods of research and data gathering, and requires the completion of a research project. The module will be delivered across several programmes, and students will complete a project in keeping with the requirements of their programme, justifying the project against work placement experiences. The principles of research covered will adequately prepare students for level 3 dissertation work.

• Health and Activity for Young People (SHP201)

  The module investigates particular health issues which affect young people, in particular obesity, which may be addressed by application of activity or nutritional based interventions. Policy and initiative strategies will be considered, as well as a client centred approach, and child policy and safety guidelines will be central.

Optional modules

• Exercise Prescription and Behaviour Change (PETR2000)

  The module examines the benefits of the GP referral scheme, and the role of the exercise provider. Students will be required to formulate exercise plans suitable for sufferers of a range of conditions. The module also investigates the barriers which prevent members of the population adopting healthier lifestyles and the strategies used to overcome these.

• Event Management (SD214)

  This module enables students to investigate the theory behind organising both large and small scale events, and allows practical experience in organising a local community based events.