Biomechanics

Gain knowledge of the mechanical principles governing movement, with application to a range of sporting and other movement contexts. The course will explore biomechanical concepts through both tutorial-based and practical activities, equipping students to analyse and assess movement from both qualitative and quantitative viewpoints.

15 points

SPCO104

Injury and Rehabilitation

This course will provide students with an understanding of prevention, treatment, management and rehabilitation of acute and chronic sports injuries, essential for sports coaches. The injury risk to special population groups such as children, adolescents, and female athletes will be highlighted.

15 points

Any 60 points at 100 level from any subject, or any 15 points at 100 level from SPCO.

Applied Sport Psychology

This course will examine the theory, philosophy and practice of psychological skills training in sport. Students will critically reflect on the application of sport psychology theories to psychological skills training programmes, examine the social psychology influences of sport and exercise participation and apply this knowledge to sport coaches and the sporting environment.

15 points

Any 60 points at 100 level from any subject, or any 15 points at 100 level from SPCO

Introduction to Performance Analysis

This course provides students with an understanding and appreciation of the development and position of performance analysis in sport. Practical skills using modern performance analysis techniques will be developed. Students will be required to track and analyse the performance of an athlete within a team sport through the duration of the course.

15 points

Any 60 points at 100 level from any subject, or any 15 points at 100 level from SPCO.

Introduction to Strength and Conditioning

This course provides students with an understanding and appreciation of the position of strength and conditioning coaches in both occupational and sporting environments. Practical skills using modern strength and conditioning techniques and technologies will be developed. Students will be required to coach and analyse the performance of two participants from an occupational / sport perspective through the duration of the course.

15 points

Any 60 points at 100 level from any subject, or any 15 points at 100 level in SPCO.

Nutrition and Exercise Prescription

This course provides students with a multidisciplinary perspective and appreciation of contemporary issues in weight management. Applied weight management strategies and techniques fundamental to strength and conditioning will be developed. The coursework is designed to assist students in gaining proficiency supporting and working with weight management clientele.

15 points

Any 60 points at 100 level from any subject, or any 15 points at 100 level from SPCO.