On completion of this programme the seminars, small group discussions, directed successful student will have knowledge learning, laboratory and practical clinical and understanding of : sessions and on placement. An understanding Human structure and function with of the subject is both summative and reference to exercise performance, formatively assessed. health or movement Research methods and processes with particular relevance to exercise and health The psychology of working with those in sport Nutritional needs of the physically active Assessment Method The basic effects of pharmacological Students’ knowledge and understanding is agents on exercise performance, assessed by presentations, written disease and health assignments, laboratory reports, case studies, Techniques and procedures used to Learning portfolios and unseen examinations. assess physical fitness and well-being The principles of safe and effective training for variety of clients including elite athletes, special populations or individuals with chronic diseases taking into account national and professional bodies guidelines and the client’s social and cultural background B. Cognitive (thinking) skills Teaching/learning methods On completion of this programme the Students learn cognitive skills through lectures, successful student will be able to: discussions, formative assessment, Develop and challenge ideas through of seminar presentations, debates and the evaluation of appropriate literature, directed reading. concepts and principles Design and carryout independent research and critically evaluate Assessment Method research findings Students’ cognitive skills are assessed by Critically analyse and interpret data written work, peer-assessment, with understanding of strength and examinations, presentations and weakness of the data and technique case studies. used to collect the data Design and evaluate exercise programmes to enhance health and fitness Articulate the need for both a and inter-disciplinary approach to intervention C. Practical skills Teaching/learning methods Students learn practical skills through On completion of the programme the attending laboratory classes, formative successful student will be able to: assessment, skills sessions and work Select and execute appropriate, experience laboratory or field tests Design, carryout and communicate independent research using appropriate media Assessment Method Review and competently carry out Students’ practical skills are assessed by safety and risk assessment or practical examinations, laboratory reports, and appropriate emergency care in logbook and supervisor reports. accordance with legislation and professional codes of conduct. Plan, design, manage and execute practical activities using appropriate techniques and procedures. D. Graduate Skills Teaching/learning methods Students acquire graduate skills through On completion of this programme the reading, group work exercises, structured and successful student will be able to: directed learning, reflection and development Develop communication and of portfolio material, formative assessment and presentation skills on placement.
On completion of this programme the successful student will have knowledge and understanding of : Human structure and function with reference to exercise performance, health or movement Research methods and processes with particular relevance to exercise and health The psychology of working with those in sport Nutritional needs of the physically active The basic effects of pharmacological agents on exercise performance, disease and health Techniques and procedures used to assess physical fitness and well-being The principles of safe and effective training for variety of clients including elite athletes, special populations or individuals with chronic diseases taking into account national and professional bodies guidelines and the client’s social and cultural background seminars, small group discussions, directed learning, laboratory and practical clinical sessions and on placement. An understanding of the subject is both summative and formatively assessed. Assessment Method Students’ knowledge and understanding is assessed by presentations, written assignments, laboratory reports, case studies, Learning portfolios and unseen examinations. B. Cognitive (thinking) skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: Develop and challenge ideas through the evaluation of appropriate literature, concepts and principles Design and carryout independent research and critically evaluate research findings Critically analyse and interpret data with understanding of strength and weakness of the data and technique used to collect the data Design and evaluate exercise programmes to enhance health and fitness Articulate the need for both a and inter-disciplinary approach to intervention Teaching/learning methods Students learn cognitive skills through lectures, discussions, formative assessment, of seminar presentations, debates and directed reading. Assessment Method Students’ cognitive skills are assessed by written work, peer-assessment, examinations, presentations and case studies. C. Practical skills On completion of the programme the successful student will be able to: Select and execute appropriate, laboratory or field tests Design, carryout and communicate independent research using appropriate media Review and competently carry out safety and risk assessment or appropriate emergency care in accordance with legislation and professional codes of conduct. Plan, design, manage and execute practical activities using appropriate techniques and procedures. Teaching/learning methods Students learn practical skills through attending laboratory classes, formative assessment, skills sessions and work experience Assessment Method Students’ practical skills are assessed by practical examinations, laboratory reports, and logbook and supervisor reports. D. Graduate Skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: Develop communication and presentation skills Teaching/learning methods Students acquire graduate skills through reading, group work exercises, structured and directed learning, reflection and development of portfolio material, formative assessment and on placement.
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