📖Program Curriculum
You will study a variety of modules across your programme of study. The module details given below are subject to change and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
Modules by Year
Foundation Year
Core modules (students are required to take):
Academic Skills and Studying with Confidence
We'll help you develop core academic skills such as using electronic resources, planning and note-taking, communication skills related to essay and report writing and delivering presentations. You'll learn how to manage your time, how to prioritise and how to manage stress, and you’ll become more confident in engaging with collaborative learning, debates, discussions and critical reflection.
Project
You’ll study an area of interest related to your chosen degree. You’ll work individually on your project, whether that's a written report, a presentation and oral examination, a film or a series of blog posts. You’ll undertake problem-solving learning, and formative feedback and support will be provided throughout, helping develop your self-confidence.
Scientific Principles within Sport
This module explores multi-disciplinary perspectives on sport, exercise, physical performance and rehabilitation therapies including physiological, psychological, biomechanical, tactical, pedagogical and rehabilitation. An introduction to basic key theories will be followed by practical activities to illustrate and understand these perspectives. You'll learn about methods used to evaluate sport, exercise and physical performance, including interpretation, presentation and reflection on data.
Promoting Exercise, Physical Activity and Health
This module examines the role exercise plays in health from a multi-disciplinary perspective. Through a variety of activities, you’ll gain an understanding of basic key theories, such as health and wellbeing, behaviour change, health and safety, intervention design and working with clients. You’ll be taught through a blended approach comprising lectures, practical workshops (including laboratory sessions and field-based activities), debates, guided independent work and groupwork, as well as online learning.
Year 1
Core modules (students are required to take):
Applying Principles of Sport and Exercise Sciences
Professional Skills in Sport, Exercise and Health
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Fundamentals of Human Movement
Introduction to Sport Psychology
Students are required to choose one option module from:
Introduction to Nutrition
Fundamentals in Strength and Conditioning
Year 2
Core modules (students are required to take):
Physiology of Training
Sport and Exercise Psychology
Nutrition for Sport, Health and Exercise
Applying Professional Skills in Sport, Exercise and Health
Biomechanical Analysis of Movement
Research Methods and Enquiry
Students are also required to choose one option module from:
Nutrition for Sport Performance
Strength and Conditioning in Action
Year 3
Core modules (students are required to take):
Independent Project
Professional Learning Through Work
Case Studies in Sport and Exercise Science
Students are also required to choose one option module from:
Applied Physiology
Applied Performance Testing
Applied Psychology: Practical Solutions