BIOL0089: Human biochemistry
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX60 CW40
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To teach the fundamentals of human metabolism and bioenergetics: to gain a basic understanding of nutrition and its effect on performance of the human body. To enable students to describe and explain the relationship between the biochemistry and physiology of human performance. Content:
Basic thermodynamics and biochemistry of muscles and movement. Bioenergetics: the requirement for energy and how it is produced at the cellular level. Energy fuels: the breakdown and synthesis of carbohydrates, fats and protein; anaerobic and aerobic metabolism. Control of metabolism and the biochemistry of fatigue: the role of oxygen and minerals. An introduction to the biochemistry of nutrition. An introduction to the biochemistry and pharmacology of drugs in sport.
ESML0205: Chinese stage 1B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Chinese
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0204 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Chinese Stage 1A Content:
A continuation of Chinese Stage 1A
ESML0207: Chinese stage 2B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Chinese
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0206 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Chinese Stage 2A Content:
A continuation of Chinese Stage 2A
ESML0211: French stage 7B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: French
Level: Level 2
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0210 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of French Stage 7A Content:
A continuation of French Stage 7A
ESML0213: French stage 8B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: French
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0212 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of French Stage 8A Content:
A continuation of French Stage 8A
ESML0217: French stage 4B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: French
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0216 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of French Stage 4A Content:
A continuation of French Stage 4A
ESML0219: French stage 5B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: French
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0218 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of course French Stage 5A Content:
A continuation of course French Stage 5A
ESML0223: German stage 1B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: German
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0222 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of German Stage 1A Content:
A continuation of German Stage 1A
ESML0225: German stage 2B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: German
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0224 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of German Stage 2A Content:
A continuation of German Stage 2A
ESML0229: German stage 7B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: German
Level: Level 2
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0228 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of German Stage 7A Content:
A continuation of German Stage 7A
ESML0231: German stage 8B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: German
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0230 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of German Stage 8A Content:
A continuation of German Stage 8A
ESML0235: German stage 4B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: German
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0234 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of German 4A Content:
A continuation of German 4A
ESML0237: German stage 5B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: German
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0236 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of German Stage 5A Content:
A continuation of German Stage 5A
ESML0241: Italian stage 1B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Italian
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0240 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Italian Stage 1A Content:
A continuation of Italian Stage 1A
ESML0243: Italian stage 2B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Italian
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0242 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Italian Stage 2A Content:
A continuation of Italian Stage 2A
ESML0247: Japanese 1B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Japanese
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0246 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Japanese Stage 1A Content:
A continuation of Japanese Stage 1A
ESML0249: Japanese 2B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Japanese
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0248 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Japanese Stage 2A Content:
A continuation of Japanese Stage 2A
ESML0253: Spanish stage 1B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Spanish
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0252 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Spanish Stage 1A Content:
A continuation of Spanish Stage 1A
ESML0255: Spanish stage 2B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Spanish
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0254 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Spanish Stage 2A Content:
A continuation of Spanish Stage 2A
ESML0259: Spanish stage 4B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Spanish
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Co ESML0258 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Spanish Stage 4A Content:
A continuation of Spanish Stage 4A
ESML0261: Spanish stage 5B (6 credits)
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic: Spanish
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX45 CW40 OR15
Requisites: Co ESML0260 Aims & learning objectives:
A continuation of Spanish Stage 5A Content:
A continuation of Spanish Stage 5A
MANG0069: Introduction to accounting & finance
Semester 2
Credits: 5
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX50 CW50
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To provide students undertaking any type of degree study with an introductory knowledge of accounting and finance Content:
The role of the accountant, corporate treasurer and financial controller Sources and uses of capital funds Understanding the construction and nature of the balance sheet and profit and loss account Principles underlying the requirements for the publication of company accounts Interpretation of accounts - published and internal, including financial ratio analysis Planning for profits, cash flow. Liquidity, capital expenditure and capital finance Developing the business plan and annual budgeting Estimating the cost of products, services and activities and their relationship to price. Analysis of costs and cost behaviour
MANG0070: Business economics
Semester 2
Credits: 5
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX60 CW40
Requisites:
Aims and Learning Objectives: To use the basic tools of economics to introduce students to the nature of the variety of competitive environments within which business firms have to operate. At the end of the unit students should be able to identify the cost and revenue curves of the firm, understand how the concept of elasticity is useful and identify the fundamental characteristics of the various forms of market structure. They should be able to apply their knowledge to the real world and make predictions about the likely outcome of various market interactions.
MANG0073: Marketing
Semester 2
Credits: 5
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX100
Requisites: Ex MANG0016 Aims & learning objectives:
1. To provide an introduction to the concepts of Marketing. 2. To understand the principles and practice of marketing management. 3. To introduce students to a variety of environmental and other issues facing marketing today. Content:
Marketing involves identifying and satisfying customer needs and wants. It is concerned with providing appropriate products, services, and sometimes ideas, at the right place and price, and promoted in ways which are motivating to current and future customers. Marketing activities take place in the context of the market, and of competition. The course is concerned with the above activities, and includes: consumer and buyer behaviour market segmentation, targetting and positioning market research product policy and new product development advertising and promotion marketing channels and pricing
MATE0030: Introduction to materials for sports science
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX40 CW20 ES20 PR20
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To understand the science underlying the use of materials in applications used in sport. To appreciate the nature of the physical stresses imposed on materials, both natural and artificial, and how the materials react to stresses. To explore the use of high technology advanced materials in sports applications. Content:
An introduction to mechanical properties: the nature of elastic stress and elastic strain. The elastic limit. Types of stress and strain. Elastic compliance. Plastic deformation and fracture. Energy absorption during loading and fracture, energy release. Specific stress and specific strain. Compare and contrast metals, ceramics and polymers as sporting materials. The limitations of homogeneous materials. Composite materials and why they are used in sport. The law of mixtures for composite materials. Natural and artificial composites; several examples of each, outlining the structure and properties. Comparison of natural composites ( wood, bone, skin etc) with artificial composites. Case studies of sports equipment , e.g. sport shoes, football studs, racquets, vaulting pole, sports bicycle; the method of construction and the performance advantages that ensue.
SPOR0001: Functional anatomy and kinesiology
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX70 CW30
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
A basic grounding in the structure of the human body. This module will enable students to classify and identify skeletal bones, describe the structure and function of muscle and analyse the co-ordinated movements that these two systems produce within the human body. Content:
Structure and function of bone tissue - structure of bone and connective tissue. Skeletal construction and function - types of bone: long, thin, flat, irregular. Axial and appendicular skeleton. Names of major bones. Joint types; - immovable, slightly moveable, freely moveable (synovial). Types of movement: flexion, extension, rotation, adduction, abduction, circumduction, plantar-flexion. Differences between cardiac, smooth and skeletal muscle; detailed structure of skeletal muscle; - fibres and fibre types, nerve supply to muscle, sliding theory of muscle contraction. Production of co-ordinated movement. Relationship of muscular system to skeletal system; - identification of major muscle groups, origins, insertions and actions of main muscles. Practical analysis of limb movement. Types of muscular contraction including, isometric, isotonic, isokinetic, concentric and eccentric muscle action.
SPOR0002: Historical & contemporary studies
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX70 CW30
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To describe the origins of sport, explore the impact of different cultures and social systems upon sport and debate the role of British society upon the development of sport in the UK. Content:
Develop the student's understanding of the origins of sport and exercise; exploring the development of sport in medieval Britain. The role of public and private support structures for sports development. An overview of twentieth century sports initiatives will be undertaken and the beginning of mass participation and recreation will be presented against its social context. The place of contemporary issues as a social phenomenon. The role of sport in education and the relationship between sport, law and the economy. Sport and Hegemony will address the main trends in the relationship between sport and power. Analysis of the class conflict which characterised the development of popular sport in the U.K. , analysis of issues such as gender, class and racism. Sport, Conflict and Social Control will address the issues relating to sport sub-cultures and the rise of spectator hooliganism, violence and cheating. Students will critically assess social control policies and the associated legislation in the U.K. Identification of a national sports development policy.
SPOR0003: Sports performance 1
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: PR60 CW40
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
Students will focus on personal development of competence in a diverse range of sports. Students will develop cognitive and psychomotor competencies ; improve personal performance through the application of major tactics/techniques and the appropriate employment of key strategies and scientific principles necessary for participation in the key sports; develop an understanding of rules or regulations. Content:
Individual performance assessment and goal setting will take place at the beginning of each sports course. The module will cover 4 sports chosen from the following list: Invasion Games
*, Net/Wall Games
*, Striking/Fielding Games
*, Aesthetic Activities#, Aquatic Activities#, Athletics Activities# and Combat Activities# (it will contain at least one Game
* and at least one Individual Activity#). The rules and regulations associated with each sport will be covered together with their interpretation and application with respect to improved personal performance. Students will also have the opportunity of mastering advanced skills and techniques through skill development sessions. Personal performance willl be enhanced by an understanding of tactics and strategies geared to the need of each individual. Each sports course will include preparation for performance through a study of appropriate training principles and methods.
SPOR0004: Teaching & coaching
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX60 CW40
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To introduce students to the scientific and educational principles underlying sport performance, participation and teaching and coaching. This module will enable students to apply scientific principles of sports performance to teaching and coaching whilst gaining personal and communication skills and time management skills. Content:
The Teacher and the Coach. Impact of Sports Science and Technology on Teaching and Coaching; Developments in coaching; Developments in teaching. Health Related fitness implications of a modern lifestyle. Structure of Teaching and Coaching in Britain & the European Union. Career entry and development. National Vocational Qualifications. Associated careers and industries - Sports Development, Leisure Management, Youth Service. Communication and Time Management.
SPOR0005: Human physiology
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX70 ES30
Requisites: Pre SPOR0001 Aims & learning objectives:
To enable students to gain an understanding of human physiology, namely basic cell functions, biological control systems and co-ordinated body functions. Content:
Intercellular communication systems; The nervous system, organisation of the nervous system. The endocrine system, integration between the nervous and endocrine systems. The cardiovascular system; organisation of the cardiovascular system, blood vessels, constituents of blood, cardiac function, the cardiac cycle, coronary circulation, control of heart rate, stroke volume and cardiac output. The pulmonary system; pulmonary pressures and mechanics, ventilation rate and depth, regulation of arterial oxygen and carbon dioxide levels, exchange of gases between blood, alveoli and tissues, transport of carbon dioxide in the blood, control of ventilation. The urinary system; regulation of water, electrolyte and acid-base balance. Digestion and absorption of food.
SPOR0006: Introduction to sports psychology
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: EX70 ES30
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To understand how skill is acquired and the reasons for differences in rates of learning and levels of performance. Students will learn to generate and analyse data and make comparisons of skill levels between groups and within groups. Content:
The nature of skilled performance; Definitions of skill and characteristics of skilled performance: skilled and unskilled; Learning and performance. Classification of skills: Principles and theories of learning; Theories of learning: conditioning (classical and operant) - examples from sport / P.E. Trial and error (instrumental learning). Motor learning: . Phases in skill learning (cognitive, associative, autonomous). Transfer of learning (positive, negative) forms (direct, proactive, retroactive, bilateral, unequal). Theories (insight, stimulus and response generalisation). Information processing in perceptual-motor performance; Basic models, based on Welford and Whiting. Perception: selective attention, short and long term memory. Decision-making: factors affecting reaction time, Mental rehearsal. Motor output and feedback: motor programming, hierarchies of control, types and uses of feedback.
SPOR0007: Sports performance 2
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: PR60 CW40
Requisites: Pre SPOR0003 Aims & learning objectives:
Students will focus on personal development of competence in a diverse range of sports. Students will develop cognitive and psychomotor competencies ; improve personal performance through the application of major tactics/techniques and the appropriste employment of key strategiess and scientific principles necessary for participation in key sports; develop an understanding of rules or regulations. Content:
Individual performance assessment and goal setting will take place at the beginning of each sports course. The module will cover 4 sports chosen from the following list: Invasion Games
*, Net/Wall Games
*, Striking/Fielding Games
*, Aesthetic Activities#, Aquatic Activities#, Athletics Activities# and Combat Activities# (it will contain at least one Game
* and at least one Individual Activity#). The rules and regulations associated with each sport will be covered together with their interpretation and application with respect to improved personal performance. Students will also have the opportunity of mastering advanced skills and techniques through skill development sessions. Personal performance willl be enhanced by an understanding of tactics and strategies geared to the need of each individual. Each sports course will include preparation for performance through a study of appropriate training principles and methods.
SPOR0008: Sport in the community
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW50 OR10 OT40
Requisites: Pre SPOR0004 Aims & learning objectives:
To give a wider understanding of the role of sport and exercise science across the whole community, by work and observation of special need groups in the community, (e.g. the elderly, children and disabled groups). Students will appreciate the beneficial influence of sport and exercise upon the mental and physical well being of differing community groups. Content:
Students will be expected to spend periods with elderly, young and disabled groups, work and observe the influence and application of sport and exercise science upon the health of particular groups. Placements should be organised so that students work and observe alongside qualified personnel. Typical placements would be old people's homes or day centres, pre-school or play group centres and community care clubs for the disabled.
SPOR0009: Exercise physiology 1
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX70 PR30
Requisites: Pre SPOR0005 Aims & learning objectives:
To study the fundamental responses of the body to exercise, providing an introduction to basic laboratory techniques. Content:
Energy transfer - basal metabolic rate, the concept of the MET, calculation of respiratory exchange ratio and energy expenditure. Standardisation of gas volumes. Thermoregulation at rest and during exercise. Regulation of ventilation during exercise and at rest; - steady rate exercise and non-steady state. Onset of blood lactic acid accumulation. The influence of ventilation on aerobic capacity.
SPOR0010: Psychology of sports performance
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: PR50 ES50
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To introduce students to concepts and applications of sports psychology. To enable students to explain the fundamentals of psychology, explain how psychological differences relate to performance in sport, and explain the influences of social psychology. Content:
Fundamentals of psychology; operational methods and techniques, testing, measurement and analysis. Motivation in sport; definitions, characteristics of motivated behaviour and types of motives. Achievement motivation:, learned hopelessness. Attribution theory; attribution as a factor affecting levels of participation and performance. Social psychology of sport; the individual and social psychology. Attitudes; nature, formation, change, measurement. Attitude description on sport. Personality and the athlete.
SPOR0011: Biomechanics of human locomotion and sports performance
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: CW40 EX60
Requisites: Pre SPOR0001 Aims & learning objectives:
To introduce students to the scientific concepts of biomechanics, including basic movement analysis techniques. Students will be able to describe the basic anatomical and mechanical concepts of human locomotion, use video cameras and other simple measurement devices to measure and analyse a particular human movement in directed group situation. Also, students will be able to identify the structure and content of biomechanical scientific report. Content:
Linear kinematics; displacement, velocity, acceleration and projectiles in human walking, running, jumping and throwing. Angular kinematics; rotation, angular displacement, velocity and acceleration in human locomotion and sport. Qualitative and quantitative analysis; qualitative feedback methods and further analysis in sport biomechanics. Basic techniques for the analysis of human movement; velocity and basic motion analysis measurements in practical sport setting.
SPOR0012: Sports performance 3
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: PR60 CW40
Requisites: Pre SPOR0003, Pre SPOR0007 Aims & learning objectives:
Students will be involved in a practical and theoretical study of the techniques and strategies of a range of sports. Students will focus on personal development of competence in a diverse range of sports through the use of sport-specific training principles. Content:
The module will cover 4 sports chosen from the following list: Invasion Games
*, Net/Wall Games
*, Striking/Fielding Games
*, Aesthetic Activities#, Aquatic Activities#, Athletics Activities# and Combat Activities# (it will contain at least one Game
* and at least one Individual Activity#). The rules and regulations associated with each sport will be covered together with their interpretation and application with respect to improved personal performance. Students will also have the opportunity of mastering advanced skills and techniques through skill development sessions. Personal performance willl be enhanced by an understanding of tactics and strategies geared to the need of each individual. Each sports course will include preparation for performance through a study of appropriate training principles and methods.
SPOR0013: Coaching 1
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX50 ES25 CW25
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To enable students to understand the scientific, educational and social principles underlying the coaching of sport. Students will be able to explain the diversity of roles of and demands on the coach, describe in detail how coaching is organised in the UK and plan, execute and evaluate a coaching session. Content:
The Coach; definition of the coach; the wider role of the coach; coaching skills and attributes; philosophy and coaching styles; the professional and amateur coach. Introduction to Coaching Theory; Structure and Organisation of Coaching in Britain; the development of coaching in Britain post 1900; career entry and development; National Governing Body Coaching Awards; National Vocational Qualifications; Higher and Further Education Courses; The National Coaching Foundation; The British Institute of Sports Coaches; legislation in Britain.
SPOR0014: Sport & society
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX50 CW50
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To extend understanding of the social, political and economic issues which affect contemporary sport. To identify different approaches to the analysis of sport as a social phenomenon. Students will be able to critically analyse British sports policy and compare this with European and American approaches to sport, and debate a variety of contemporary issues which affect the pursuit of sport in an international context. Content:
An introduction to a range of approaches to research and analysis of Sport in Society. Analysis of contemporary UK. Sports policy and comparative study of European and American approaches. Internationalism: The International context of Sport since 1896 in relation to political, social and economic issues. The relationship between Sport and International Politics and the role of Multinational Industries and the Media in influencing future Sports Policy. The "Amateur versus Professional" debate and the pursuit of "excellence versus Sport for All." An analysis of different approaches to the delivery of Sport. The social role of sport as entertainment. Analysis of the role of National sports and the influence of social class perceptions on the development of sport in the UK. The development of sport as a spectator entertainment; the role of T.V. and the media.
SPOR0015: Physiology of fitness and health
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX70 CW30
Requisites: Pre SPOR0003 Aims & learning objectives:
To assess the adaptations that occur as a result of prolonged training. The acquisition of additional laboratory techniques will ensure students are competent in the assessment and interpretation of experimental results. Content:
Factors limiting health and fitness. Work tests to evaluate cardiorepiratory fitness. Training for Health and Fitness. Exercise and the musculoskeletal and Neauromuscular systems. Body composition Nutrition and Health. Exercise for special populations, children, adolescents and the elderly.
SPOR0016: Psycho-social aspects of sport, health and exercise
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX50 ES25 CW25
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To introduce students to psychological conception and the application of sports psychology. Students will be able to explain the influences of group and social psychology on sport. Content:
Social psychology of sport; the individual and social psychology. Attitude description on sport; attitude-behaviour links and social factors. Aggression in sport; defining aggression, measuring aggression, theories of aggression, hypotheses, situational influences; controlling aggression in sport. Causal attribution: theories of achievement attribution; attributions made in sport; antecedents and consequences. The group and social psychology; group formation and structure; group norms. Group dynamics: motivation, cohesiveness, leadership. Defining team cohesion; consequences and development of team cohesion. Group co-operation and competition. Crowds and spectators: social facilitation research in sport-theory and critique; performance in front of groups and in co-acting situations; group identification in sports spectators, crowd violence and hostility.
SPOR0017: Coaching 2
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX50 ES25 CW25
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To enable students to understand the scientific, educational and social principles underlying the coaching of sport. Also be able to apply scientific principles of sports performance to coaching, execution and evaluate a coaching session. Content:
Coaching Theory; coaching different groups: planning and evaluating, goal setting; group and individual coaching, Impact of Sports Science and Technology on Coaching; developments in coaching; fitness testing; training principles; warm up/down; rehabilitation of injuries; over training; equipment/clothing design and development; psychological preparation and motivation; acclimatisation training; diet; video analysis; performance data analysis; introduction to modern lifestyle management. Practice of Coaching; observe, assist, plan, deliver and evaluate practical coaching sessions.
SPOR0019: Event management
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX20 CW30 OT50
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To introduce students to the techniques of event management and provide opportunities to practice and develop appropriate communication and management skills. Content:
Individual group management sessions: (i) organisation of small scale local events, drawing on the resources and facilities available, (ii) students will be involved in the planning and management of medium / large event, liasing with appropriate exeternal organisation and senior event managers. National and International Governing Bodies: visits to and Visiting Lecturers from those governing bodies / associations involved with large scale event management. Group presentation and analysis of management activities undertaken.
SPOR0020: Analysis of sports performance
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 3
Assessment: RT70 OR30
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To study the historical, socio-economic, physiological, psychological and biomechanical principles of one sport in depth. This module will enable students to understand the historical background of the sport and how this has shaped the current structure of the sport, to gain knowledge of the physiological, psychological and biomechanical aspects of the sport and ultimately to produce a critical analytical review of a chosen sport. Content:
Lectures, seminars and group discussions will be held on the general approach to critical analysis, using a range of sports as examples. History, organisation and structure of the sport. Economic and political issues associated with the sport. Physiological, psychological and biomechanical aspects of the sport. Training and the elite performer. Future trends.
SPOR0021: Experimental design & data analysis
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: EX70 CW30
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To develop an understanding of experimental design, data collection and analysis, educating students in the use of a variety of evaluative techniques and research methods. In combination with Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods this unit will enable students to prepare a research proposal, selecting a suitable research methodology for the proposed problem. Application of the appropriate statistical techniques for the effective analysis and interpretation of the data collected forms a major part of this unit. Content:
In depth analysis of experimental designs and their limitations. Reliability, validity (internal and external), possible sources of error. Descriptive statistics Statistical analysis, use of both parametric and non-parametric statistical techniques. Use of various computer packages in data analysis; (SPSS, Minitab etc).
SPOR0022: Advanced exercise physiology
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 3
Assessment: EX70 CW30
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To apply scientific concepts in physiology to the evaluation of performance in the athlete, both in laboratory and field settings. To interpret data from physiological test so that it can be understood by coahes and athletes as well as scientists. To understand of how the body responds to when exercising in extreme environmental conditions. Content:
Temperature Regulation and exercise; Exercise at hyperbaria and hypobaria; circadian rythyms and performance. Ethical issues in exercise tesiting. Blood sampling procedures. Generic testing procedures: Anthropometry; assessment of aerobic power; assessment of anaerobic performance; assessment of flexibility; strength testing. Sports specific testing: middle and long distance runners; cyclists; multiple sprint sports; testing of young athletes.
SPOR0023: Advanced sports psychology
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 3
Assessment: EX50 CW50
Requisites: Pre SPOR0010 Aims & learning objectives:
To analyse, apply and critically review the current sport psychology research literature. To examine and discuss recent theories in key areas of sport psychology. Content:
Advances in stress and performance; recent theory development. Psychological skills; advanced uses and functional models of psychological skills. Advances in motor learning and control; recent approaches such as the ecological perspective, dynamic systems model and the perception-action perspective. Application of recent developments to practice; Current research implications for sport performance and sport coaching.
SPOR0024: Advanced biomechanics
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 3
Assessment: CW60 EX40
Requisites: Pre SPOR0032 Aims & learning objectives:
To understand the scientific concepts in biomechanics and to apply these to the analysis of practical sports or exercise situations. To interpret data in a way useful to a teacher, coach or sports scientist. To further develop the scientific concepts in biomechanics and to demonstrate measurement techniques used in practical sports or exercise settings and enable students to undertake analysis and interpretation of data in a way that would be useful to a practice. Content:
Application of biomechanical principles to the understanding and analysis of selected sport or exercise. Isokinetic analysis and other advanced biomechanical techniques. Validity, reliability and source of errors in biomechanical measurement. The use of kinematic and/or kinetic analysis techniques for gaining insight to and understanding of sporting or exercise activities. The interpretation of such analyses in practical meaning. Future directions in biomechanics.
SPOR0025: Sports medicine
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 3
Assessment: EX70 CW30
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To give an understanding of the cause, range and nature of sports injuries and illnesses. Recognition of injury and treatment. To give an overview of the role of therapeutic and "illegal" drugs in sport. This will enable students to prevent and recognise typical injuries and direct athletes on prevention and treatment. Also be able to explain the importance of chemical agents upon sports performance. Content:
The range and nature of sports injuries; recognition of injuries to muscle, tendons, ligaments and bone; prevention of injury; strapping techniques; rehabilitation techniques. Drugs and therapeutics. The cardiovascular system; respiratory system, the nervous system and the locomotor system; treatment regimes and beneficial effects; undesirable side effects; inter-action with illegal drugs and chemical agents. "Illegal" performance enhancing drugs; enhancement mechanisms, side effects, toxic reactions to cells and organs; tests for illegal substances; current national and international procedures; techniques to evade detection; mechanisms and procedures; future trends.
SPOR0026: Project
Semester 2
Credits: 18
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 3
Assessment: PR30 RT40 OR30
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To provide an opportunity to apply knowledge, research skills and personal skills in an extended research project into a chosen topic. This will enable students to produce a research proposal, design an experimental programme, acquire and analyse data and draw conclusions. In addition, write a report and defend the report at a viva-voce examination. Content:
The student will prepare a research proposal for the project in a chosen topic of study. Each student will have an individual project but may be required to produce plans for co-operative work with other students in some areas of data acquisition. A report will be produced describing the choice, planning and performance of the project, together with the analysis of results and the conclusions arising from the results. The report should contain evidence of (a) Application of knowledge and skills acquired during the course and (b) Further study of current research positions in the field of the project. The student will defend the report and it's conclusions at a 'viva-voce' examination.
SPOR0027: Exercise, nutrition & health
Semester 2
Credits: 12
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Topic:
Level: Level 3
Assessment: EX70 ES30
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To develop an understanding of the relationship between exercise, nutrition and health. To be able to advise on safe effective and appropriate exercise. Content:
Definition of health, nutrition and exercise, basic concepts of nutrition - energy balance within the body. Nutrition for special populations. Psychological, sociological and cultural aspects of health and exercise. Exercise promotion. Exercise Prescription, structure of exercise programmes. Exercise safety and effectiveness for different populations.
SPOR0028: Coaching the elite performer, sports development & physical education
Semester 2
Credits: 12
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 3
Assessment: EX60 CW40
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To introduce students to coaching techniques for elite performers, the teaching of Physical Education and the Sports Development process in Britain. Content:
The role of the top level coach, athlete support services, lifestyle management, elite athlete services, the sports development continuum, the role of the Sports Development Officer, development plans, organisation of sports development in Britain, sports development skills, physical education in the curriculum, the National Curriculum, teaching skills, teaching styles and professional developments in teaching.
SPOR0029: Study year abroad
Academic Year
Credits: 60
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: OT100
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
(i) To assist the student to develop communication skills and to develop the ability to work in an environment with an unfamiliar culture. (ii) To develop the self confidence and maturity to operate effectively with people from a different cultural background. (iii) In the case of students attending courses taught and examined in a foreign language, to develop the appropriate language skills for study in the host language. (iv) In the case of students attending courses taught and examined in English, to develop general communication skills in the host language. Content:
The student should follow a course equivalent to 60 University of Bath credits. Programmes of work will be decided by negotiation between the Director of Studies at Bath, the host University and the student. Courses should not duplicate courses given in the Bath degree but should complement the Bath programme. Language courses and courses relating to aspects of the host country should be considered in addition to the Sport and Exercise topics.
SPOR0030: Industrial placement
Academic Year
Credits: 60
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: OT100
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
(i) To provide practical experience in the application of knowledge and skills gained at University, by working on a significant research project or other professional activity in an approved laboratory or organisation working in Sport and Exercise Science related activities. (ii) To develop skills in oral and written communication, time management, problem solving, group working and decision making. Content:
The content varies from placement to placement. In choosing the placement, the University will try to ensure that the project offers adequate opportunities for the student to demonstrate competence in a significance number of the following skills. Application of academic knowledge, Practical ability, Computational skill, Analytical and problem solving skill, Innovation and originality, Time management, Writing skills, Oral expression, Interpersonal skills, Responsibility and reliability.
SPOR0031: Study skills and research methods
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 1
Assessment: CW30 OT70
Requisites: Aims & learning objectives:
To introduce students to the skills required for the study of Sport and Exercise using in scientific techniques. Content:
Word processing; preparation of spreadsheets; use of statistical packages. Retreval of sources of information (library and www). The scope of statistics; data, probability, random population, sample; Inference; statistical hypotheses, null hypotheses. Descriptive Statistics. Numerical Techniques, measures of central tendency, mean, median, mode. Probability. Measures of Dispersion. Frequency & Probability Distributions. Student's t statisitics; Paired Research Designs. Independent t Statistic. Statistical Tests. Non-Parametric / Distribution Free Statistics. Questionnaire Design an Introduction. Literature Review.
SPOR0032: Biomechanics of sports performance, injury & rehabilitation
Semester 2
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 2
Assessment: CW50 EX50
Requisites: Pre SPOR0011 Aims & learning objectives:
To provide students with the knowledge and experience of the scientific concepts of biomechanics and to promote the biomechanical understanding of injury and rehabilitation processes. Students will be able to use different measurement devices to analyse human movement and write and present scientific reports. Also, students will be able to apply these skills and knowledge to a sport situation. Additionally, students will be able to recognise injury mechanisms. Content:
Linear kinetics; force, work, energy, power and inertia in human movement. Angular kinetics; torque, levers, moment of inertia, angular momentum in sport. Injury mechanisms and rehabilitation; biomechanical consideration of injury, injuries to upper extremity, lower extremity and spine, biomechanical consideration of rehabilitation. EMG and Force plate analysis for the analysis of human movement.
SPOR0033: Research project design
Semester 1
Credits: 6
Contact:
Topic:
Level: Level 3
Assessment: CW100
Requisites: Pre SPOR0021 Aims & learning objectives:
To develop a research project proposal, suitable for implementation in a 12 week period. Content:
Development of research ideas. Writing a research proposal. Choosing an appropriate experimental design and statistical analysis. Presentation of research project in written and oral format.