By the end of this programme, students should have an understanding of the contribution of the disciplines of sports science to the understanding of performance enhancement in its various forms.
The students should be able to demonstrate a broad appreciation of each of the major sports science disciplines (biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor control/sports psychology), and an in-depth appreciation of at least one of the disciplines, and their relationship to exercise and/or sport. Students will have been introduced to state-of-the-art techniques currently in use in research laboratories and will have an understanding of the mathematical, theoretical and conceptual foundations of biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor control and sports and exercise psychology.
Analytical, evaluation and design skills necessary for work in a research environment will have been developed. Students should be able to demonstrate competency in information technology, including word processing, spreadsheets and world wide web. They should be able to manage their time, organise and prioritise their work and meet deadlines, work effectively and efficiently, both as part of a team and as an independent learner, in preparation for lifelong learning.
Health and exercise is a key issue for both medical practitioners and for sports scientists and this programme will provide an added dimension and focus for the medicine related studies of the students. A major feature of the programme is the research project, which will enable the students to bring their own perspective to a group project, and to work alongside staff at the forefront of their area of research.
The benchmark against which this programme is referenced is one which combines elements of both the Biosciences and the Sport, Leisure, Tourism and Hospitality, and was devised by this School.
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Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMSC3391 | Research Skills and Professional Development | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| BMSC3392 | Capstone Research Project | 40 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| SPSC3336 | Exercise Prescription and Health Psychology | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Candidates will be required to study 20, 30-40 credits from the following optional modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPSC3125 | Motor Control and Neurorehabilitation | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SPSC3321 | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SPSC3330 | Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise Medicine | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Candidates will be required to study 0, 10 or 20 credits from the following list of suggested optional or discovery modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMSC2239 | Applied Concepts in Physical Activity and Health | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD3071 | Diet and Cardiovascular Health | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD3340 | Food and Cancer | 10 | Not running in 202627 |
Suggested discovery modules: Candidates may take 0, 10 or 20 credits form the following or other discovery options.
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD2310 | Health Promotion: Applications of Theory and Practice | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| LEED2070 | Introduction to Strength and Conditioning | 10 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Please note that a maximum of 70 credits per semester is allowed.
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