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BSc Single Honours Sport and Exercise Science(full-time)

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BSc Single Honours Sport and Exercise Science(full-time)

The tuition fee for academic year 2025/26 is: £9,535

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Exploring sport, exercise and physical activity
20 Credits (Compulsory)

This module is focuses on exploring sport, exercise, physical activity and coaching. Introducing and developing the skills you need to be successful in Higher Education. The module will allow you the opportunity to reflect on your skills and development needs, as well as enhancing your knowledge and skills in this area.

Introduction to sport & exercise biomechanics
20 Credits (Compulsory)

This module aims to develop knowledge of anatomy and function of the musculo-skeletal system during movement and apply them to exercise performance and injury. Students will also be introduced to biomechanical principles underpinning the practical analysis of human movement, considering the role of analysis in sport and in movement. It will serve to widen the students’ knowledge base and will provide a firm basis for working at a higher level in the discipline of sport and exercise biomechanics. Relevant risk assessment and health and safety protocols will be adhered to within the human performance laboratory.

Introduction to exercise physiology
20 Credits (Compulsory)

This module aims to develop knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, systems and their responses to exercise both acute and chronic from a physiological perspective. You will learn about human anatomy, function, systems in relation to both performance and health. This will include applied work in a laboratory environment to develop proficiency in measurements methods related to exercise physiology.

Pedagogy of physical education and coaching
20 Credits (Compulsory)

This module will introduce key pedagogical theories and concepts related to Physical Education and sports coaching. Students will have the opportunity to discuss the role of Physical Education teachers and sports coaches. Throughout the module, there will be opportunities to apply theoretical constructs to practical situations.

Introductions to sport & exercise psychology
20 Credits (Compulsory)

This module offers students an opportunity to be introduced to contemporary and fundamental concepts within sport and exercise psychology. Students will consider the underpinnings of human psychology and how this influences participation and engagement in various physical activity contexts.

Introduction to strength and conditioning
20 Credits (Compulsory)

The module looks to develop students understanding and knowledge of key training principles that underpin physical preparation for training and injury prevention. Students will develop the theory and practical skills to apply training principles to healthy individuals.

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