SR1S020 - Football Science 1 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | SR1S020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Football Science 1 | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Health, Sport and Professional Practice | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Football Coaching and Development | ||
| Module Leader: | Lyn Jehu | ||
| Module Team: | Grant Kalahar, Ben Stait, Rachel Murray | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100095 - sports coaching | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2029 |
Module Aims
Identify and explain the development and importance of scientific concepts and innovations in the development of footballers. Discussing the key scientific principles related to modern football.
Content Summary
The module will focus on developing key understanding of football science principles that are evident within the current demands of them as modern coaches.
The module will provide a developing foundation of scientific knowledge to allow coaches to develop players holistically.
Module content will include:
Physical/Energy Demands of Football
Structure/Function of the Cardiovascular/Respiratory Systems
Structure/Function of the Muscular System/Muscular System Training and Adaptions
Aerobic/Anaerobic Training Methods in Football
Physical Considerations in Practice
Monitoring Training Responses
Positional/Individual Physical Approaches
Introduction to Motivation/Motivational Climate and Self Determination Theory
Introduction to Understanding Football Injuries
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 36 |
| Demonstration | 2 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 4 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 58 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Explain the industry standard, scientific and contemporary concepts and their integration within football practice. |
| LO2 | Formulate an understanding of scientific principles and knowledge to develop a holistic coaching approach. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Report on the football specific scientific demands placed upon the modern football coach and their endeavours to deliver modern, holistic player development practice with a specific focus on the physical and psychological dimensions. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Online Assessment (Exam) | Online Open Book Examination (Not Proctored) 1 | Through examination identify the industry standard scientific and contemporary concepts and their integration within football practice. | 120 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Online Open Book Examination (Not Proctored) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |