This module is a core module in the Sports Science and Sports Analysis and Coaching fields. The module introduces technical and tactical analysis of sport performance. The technical aspect introduces the key mathematical and physical concepts underlying the biomechanical analysis of sport and exercise and provides students with an appreciation of how the application of biomechanics may be used to explain and enhance sporting and exercise movements, with practical analytical experience. The tactical aspect provides an appreciation of the application of notational analysis to enhance the coaching process. Students gain experience in various hand notation systems as well as using a computer based system.
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
The module will build on fundamentals of movement of the body in sport and exercise (LS4009 Functional Anatomy and Exercise Physiology) in order to consider scientific analysis of sport and exercise in both individual and team activities, introducing a range of relevant technologies for sport analysis. The teaching and learning strategy of the module will consist of lectures, tutorials, practical demonstrations and practical group work in order to introduce key theory, apply the theory in a relevant context and provide opportunity to gain relevant practical skills. Lectures will be used to provide background information and explain key theory of biomechanical and notational analysis. Tutorials will enable students to apply the mathematical and physical concepts in a supported environment, providing opportunity for instant feedback as well as guidance for further independent learning. Practical sessions will introduce scientific measurement and analytical procedures and will encourage students to apply these independently and in group work, encouraging engagement, independence and enhancement of key personal and employability skills. Practical sessions will also give students the opportunity to develop 'hands on' skills and an awareness of health and safety issues within the laboratory setting as well as ethical issues when working with human participants. The knowledge-based materials for the module are provided by the module team in StudySpace. These consist of (but are not limited to) notes, diagrams and tutorial questions and multimedia learning support. Supplementary materials are also available as core texts in multiple copies in the Learning Resource Centre.
In summary the module will be made up of keynote lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and independent guided study.
Definitive UNISTATS Category | Indicative Description | Hours |
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Scheduled learning and teaching | Lectures (44 h), Tutorials (9 h), Practical sessions (17 h) | 70 |
Guided independent study | Consolidating content through reading, directed tasks, coursework projects | 230 |
Study abroad / placement | ||
Total (number of credits x 10) | 300 |
Summative assessment will be used to assess the module learning outcomes, consisting of a written laboratory report, a group presentation and a written examination. Each of these assessments will result in detailed feedback for students to enhance future learning and aid self-evaluation. Formative feed-forward assessment will be provided through use of progress tests within lecture sessions, use of mathematical and problem solving questions in tutorial sessions and through peer-assessment of draft posters for presentation, providing students with the opportunity to assess and enhance their own learning and optimise their performance in the summative assessments. The use of both formative and summative assessments throughout the module allows students to develop a broad range of academic, key and professional skills.
Learning Outcome | Assessment Strategy |
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1) Demonstrate an understanding of the mathematical and physical concepts underlying biomechanical analysis of sport and exercise; | Examination and written report coursework assignment (S). Progress tests and tutorial questions (F). |
2) Evaluate and analyse both sporting and exercise movements through the application of biomechanical theory; | Examination and written report coursework assignment (S). Progress tests (F). |
3) Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts underlying the notational analysis of sports behaviour and strategy and its role in the coaching process | Examination (S) and presentation coursework assignment (S and F). |
4) Explain and evaluate data collection systems in notational analysis and their use in different sports | Examination (S) and presentation coursework assignment (S and F). |
5) Demonstrate the key skills of communication (read, select, extract and collate information; produce a written report incorporating tables, charts, graphs and diagrams), numeracy (collection of data; design recording formats; perform basic calculations), ICT (presentation of data: production of written report, search for and retrieve information), teamwork (data collection with others) and independent learning. | Written report coursework (S). Presentation coursework assignment (F and S). Tutorial questions (F). |
Description of Assessment | Definitive UNISTATS Categories | Percentage |
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Formal Exam | Written Exam | 40% |
Group presentation | Practical Exam | 30% |
Laboratory report | Coursework | 30% |
Total (to equal 100%) | 100% |
It IS NOT a requirement that any major element of assessment is passed separately in order to achieve an overall pass for the module.
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