Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching and Physical Education) BSc (Hons)

30 credits

This module provides an essential introduction to the skills required for undergraduate study and scientific research. It enables you to understand the principles of qualitative and quantitative experimental research. It will introduce and employ statistical techniques for the analysis of sport science and nutrition data. The skills developed in this module will begin to formulate the foundation to later research methods modules and your final year project.

30 credits

This module introduces the fundamental constructs of sport and exercise psychology and how they impact on our understanding of human behaviour and learning in sport and exercise environments. These constructs include personality, motivation, anxiety, stress as well as the learning and performance process. You will also learn about the theories of motor control and motor learning.

Topics include: 

• The role of the self in sport and exercise, how this develops and impacts wellbeing and performance
• Theories of personality development and the role it plays in sport and exercise
• Different perspectives on motivation in sport and exercise
• Theories of arousal, stress and anxiety and how they might impact sport/exercise environments
• The role of psychology in the uptake and maintenance of physical activity
• How exercise is linked to maintaining/improving psychological health
• The role of perception and attention in the ability to learn and perform motor skills
• Sport and exercise psychology research methods.

30 credits

Understanding the mechanics of the body is the building block of sport and exercise science.

You will be introduced to the fundamentals of functional anatomy and physiology, particularly the skeletal, neural, muscular, metabolic, respiratory and cardiovascular systems. The focus will be on understanding the biomechanics of movement and physiological responses to the demands of physical activity.

30 credits

This module introduces theories related to coaching, group management and leadership roles in sport and exercise, and how to apply them in practical settings.

You will also gain an understanding of structural, technical and tactical aspects of selected sports.

This module is very practical. You will develop practical coaching experience from assistant/observer to lead coach in a variety of sport and levels.

You will learn how to deliver warm-up/cool-down or technical, tactical skills related to a sport

30 credits

This module introduces you to the technical and tactical analysis of sport performance, to develop an appreciation of how data may be used to explain and enhance sporting performance, and reduce the risk of injury.

Performance analysis focuses on analysis techniques used to explore impactful metrics to enhance performance and inform the coaching cycle.

You will also look at technical elements of sport performance such as biomechanical analysis to explore the key mathematical and physical concepts underpinning the analysis of human movement in sport and exercise.

30 credits

Develop your leadership and reflective practice in various sport and exercise settings through the examination of coaching and leadership methodologies and practices. You will use a range of technologies in a variety of practical contexts and sporting environments. Throughout the module, you will examine the various contemporary issues, sociological and cultural contexts that can influence leadership style and behaviours.

You will also explore the importance of leadership culture and values on sport and exercise practitioners. Through your reflective practice, you will develop an understanding of the self and client/athlete development needs, and the importance of practitioner wellbeing.

30 credits

This module focusses on the approaches to research design, data collection techniques and appropriate analyses to make accurate interpretations. It further investigates quantitative and qualitative research methods introduced at Level 4 and introduces you to more advanced techniques. The module provides an essential introduction to research ethics and the ethical approval procedures that are required when using human participants for research.

Skills developed in this module will form the foundation of your final year project module. This module also provides you with an overview of how to recognise and develop key and transferable skills to enhance employability through relevant professional development and research experience. The Future Skills Explore Learning Outcomes are delivered in this module.

30 credits

This module will enable you to further understand the psychological influences on human behaviour in sport and exercise environments. You will develop your breadth and depth of understanding of research, theory and methodologies in sport and exercise psychology.

30 credits

This module will develop critical understanding of sport psychology through the evaluation of interventions to promote athletic performance. You will explore the role of the sport psychologist, and the types of skills used by these professionals with individual athletes and teams.

You will build on your existing knowledge of psychological theory, using case studies and stories of professional athletes to propose psychological interventions. You will develop an understanding of frameworks used by sport psychologists working in the field, from needs analysis to intervention and evaluation, and have the opportunity to apply these skills through role play.

30 credits

This module builds on your previous practical and theoretical understanding of coaching and pedological theory. You will develop coaching and teaching experience whilst being more attuned and critically aware of the theory underpinning practice. You will enhance your knowledge and ability to critical develop long and short-term coaching and teaching strategies to aid in supporting participant interaction and enhancing development of the individual and/or team.

15 credits

This module gives you a dedicated opportunity to develop your Future Skills Graduate Attributes. 

At the start of the module, you will be supported to self-assess your current skills profile. You will determine which attributes and skills you need to develop to support your career ambitions. In this process, you will be supported by a dedicated career coach, helping you explore a range of options that includes self-employment/freelancing, starting your own business, higher level study, and other professional graduate-level opportunities. Throughout the module, you will be given opportunities to engage with external mentors, to support reflection and to develop a professional network.

You will undertake a tailored series of activities and projects, aligned to your goals, from a menu of development options. This could include short courses, enrichment activities and experiential learning options such as micro-placements. You will also be able to reflect on activities outside the University that develop your graduate attributes, such as work or volunteering.

30 credits

This module develops skills gained at Level 5 in LS5015 Analysis in Sport and Exercise and further enhances the role of performance analysis within sport. The module sees a much greater emphasis placed on the applied application, investigating sporting performance using industry-leading equipment and software, and how this insight supports the coaching cycle within a variety of sports.

15 credits

You will undertake a significant piece of original, and independent, research across the final year of your studies. You will make use of your Sport, Exercise, and Nutrition knowledge, identifying a selected topic area related your field of study. You will be tasked with planning and undertaking data collection which will culminate in the writing of a manuscript and the delivery of an oral presentation. This module also provides opportunity to reflect upon and demonstrate a critical understanding of the future skills that you have been developed across the programme of study and how these can enhance your opportunity to gain graduate level employment.