HLPA232

Human Adaptation Through Physical Activity

15 points

Not offered 2018, offered in 2014, 2015

For further information see School of Health Sciences

Description

This course will examine the human adaptations brought about through regular involvement in physical activity from physiological, psychological and sociological perspectives. Students will be required to discuss the human response to chronic physical activity and its effects on health and wellbeing. This will include an examination of the physiological and psychological effects of such programmes and the placement of such in a sociological context. Students will examine the design, implementation and evaluation of lifespan physical activity programmes.

Prerequisites