In line with the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists (BASES), with which the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science degrees are endorsed, the course employs a multi-disciplinary delivery of all core sport science specialisms (Biomechanics, Physiology, Psychology) as well as the specialist Strength and Conditioning pathway.
A modular framework of lectures, seminars and tutorials is supported by practical sessions whereby theoretical knowledge can be further developed into applied practice in both field and laboratory settings.
All sessions are delivered by subject specialists and professional technical support staff; these experiences allow the students to show case and further develop their knowledge and understanding of the subject area in applied conditions.
The students are provided ample opportunities take lead roles in the delivery of practical sessions as they develop and are actively encouraged to take ownership of their own progress under the supervision and guidance of academic staff.
Augmenting the professional skills in the use of technologies is the development of communication and soft skills essential in the professional environment of Sport and Exercise Science be it in elite sport or community well-being settings.
Student development on the course is inextricably linked with enhanced employability through the transferable nature of both technical and soft skills involved.
Course theoretical content delivery is supported through the application of technology enhanced learning using a wide range of current market leading teaching applications. The full suite of Microsoft Office 365 platforms, such as Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Sway, Teams, OneDrive, MS Forms are efficiently utilised to exploit their individual usefulness in providing learning experiences. Students will develop a mastery of the use of such applications that is transferable to the workplace, enhancing students’ employability. A virtual learning environment, Blackboard, controls the delivery of indicative teaching and learning content on-line to support face to face teaching. Blackboard also provides a platform for effective and transparent assignment submissions and students’ feedback.
In line with the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists (BASES), with which the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science degrees are endorsed, the course employs a multi-disciplinary delivery of all core sport science specialisms (Biomechanics, Physiology, Psychology) as well as the specialist Strength and Conditioning pathway.
A modular framework of lectures, seminars and tutorials is supported by practical sessions whereby theoretical knowledge can be further developed into applied practice in both field and laboratory settings.
All sessions are delivered by subject specialists and professional technical support staff; these experiences allow the students to show case and further develop their knowledge and understanding of the subject area in applied conditions.
The students are provided ample opportunities take lead roles in the delivery of practical sessions as they develop and are actively encouraged to take ownership of their own progress under the supervision and guidance of academic staff.
Augmenting the professional skills in the use of technologies is the development of communication and soft skills essential in the professional environment of Sport and Exercise Science be it in elite sport or community well-being settings.
Student development on the course is inextricably linked with enhanced employability through the transferable nature of both technical and soft skills involved.
Course theoretical content delivery is supported through the application of technology enhanced learning using a wide range of current market leading teaching applications. The full suite of Microsoft Office 365 platforms, such as Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Sway, Teams, OneDrive, MS Forms are efficiently utilised to exploit their individual usefulness in providing learning experiences. Students will develop a mastery of the use of such applications that is transferable to the workplace, enhancing students’ employability. A virtual learning environment, Blackboard, controls the delivery of indicative teaching and learning content on-line to support face to face teaching. Blackboard also provides a platform for effective and transparent assignment submissions and students’ feedback.
Assessment
You will normally receive feedback on coursework assessments within 20 working days following the date of submission. Examination feedback may take a variety of formats. However, as a minimum, generic feedback will be made available to all students who take written examinations.
You will normally receive feedback on coursework assessments within 20 working days following the date of submission. Examination feedback may take a variety of formats. However, as a minimum, generic feedback will be made available to all students who take written examinations.
Learning support
In addition to the excellent support you will receive from your course teaching team, our central Academic Skills team provides group and one-to-one help to support your learning in a number of areas. These include study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills); written English (including punctuation and grammatical accuracy); academic writing (including how to reference); research skills; critical thinking and understanding arguments; and revision, assessment and examination skills (including time management).
Additional support
Our Student Inclusion Services support students with additional needs such as sensory impairment, or learning difficulties such as dyslexia.
Feedback
You will normally receive feedback on coursework assessments within 20 working days following the date of submission. Examination feedback may take a variety of formats. However, as a minimum, generic feedback will be made available to all students who take written examinations.
You will normally receive feedback on coursework assessments within 20 working days following the date of submission. Examination feedback may take a variety of formats. However, as a minimum, generic feedback will be made available to all students who take written examinations.