6B022E - Optimising Human Performance 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2032 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 6B022E | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Optimising Human Performance | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Sport | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Sports Coaching | ||
| Module Leader: | Lee Baldock | ||
| Module Team: | Brendan Cropley, Adnan Haq, Tom Owens, Christopher Marley, Will Raymond, Leighanne Kelly | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2026 | Final Year of Intake: | 2031 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100433 - sport and exercise sciences | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2032 |
Module Aims
The aims of the module are:
To equip learners with the advanced, evidence-based skills required to critically evaluate, synthesise, and translate data from the main disciplines of sport and exercise science (Physiology, Biomechanics, and Psychology) into strategic, justifiable, and applied interventions that directly influence and optimise performance outcomes.
To support learners’ critical exploration of the professional issues experienced by sport and exercise scientists working in performance-focused contexts
Content Summary
This Level 6 module is designed to transform your scientific knowledge into advanced, evidence-based consultancy skills.The core purpose is to equip you to critically evaluate, synthesise, and translate complex data?from Physiology, Biomechanics, and Psychology into practical, strategic interventions?that directly optimise performance.
The content focuses on advanced analysis of sporting movements like sprinting and angular motion, alongside deep dives into professional issues in applied sport psychology, including addressing athlete burnout and developing mental toughness.?You'll also explore real-world applications by examining how to optimise performance in cycling and football, focusing on acclimatisation, recovery, and psychological preparation.
The potential value lies in developing the ability to design, structure, and justify cohesive intervention plans and construct ethical, professional solutions?for service delivery issues, which will prepare you for life as a sport and exercise scientist operating in performance-focused contexts.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Guided Study | 74 |
| Problem/Challenge Based Learning | 80 |
| Practical Classes and Workshops | 56 |
| Formative Assessment | 10 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Asynchronous | 20 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically evaluate and synthesise complex, disciplinary data (Physiological, Biomechanical, and Psychological) to accurately profile a performer's needs and identify key performance determinants |
| LO2 | Design, strategically structure, and scientifically justify a cohesive, ethical, contextually appropriate, and evidence-based intervention plan aimed at optimising performance outcomes |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio | Students will be asked to produce a portfolio of work, including the completion of a task relating to the key disciplines of sport and exercise science (e.g., Biomechanics, Psychology, and Physiology). Specifically, the students will be required to respond to a Performance Needs Tender advertised by an elite sports organisation (the “client”). This will involve students having to critically analyse a dataset provided by the organisation in relation to athlete performance for each of the disciplines of biomechanics, psychology, and physiology. They will then have to diagnose potential issues within the dataset that might impact upon athlete performance and design proposed, but evidence-based interventions as a sport and exercise scientist in each discipline in attempts to enhance athletic performance. Each intervention will form part of their portfolio submission. The students will then have to pitch their proposed interventions to the “client” (the module team), via a face-to-face presentation, as though they were in final interview to receive the tender | 10 | 2000 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio | ✔ | ✔ | |