4B080E - Sport Science and Performance 01 Sep 2027 - 31 Aug 2033 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 4B080E | ||
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| Module Title: | Sport Science and Performance | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Sport | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Sports Coaching | ||
| Module Leader: | Christopher Marley | ||
| Module Team: | Lee Baldock, Adnan Haq, Tom Owens | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2027 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | |||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
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| Valid From | 01 Sep 2027 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2033 |
Module Aims
The main aims of the module are:
To develop foundational knowledge of human anatomical structures and physiological systems?relevant to sport and exercise.
To introduce key principles of biomechanics that influence human movement mechanics.
Explore key theoretical and applied areas of psychology that relate specifically to sport and exercise contexts.
Content Summary
Discover how the body and mind work together to power human performance. This module explores the integrated science of sport and exercise, combining anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and sport psychology to provide a comprehensive understanding of how humans move, perform, and adapt.
You will examine human anatomy and how the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, thermoregulatory, and nervous systems interact to support movement and exercise. Building on this, exercise physiology will be explored in depth, focusing on how the body responds to acute exercise and adapts to training over time, including energy system contribution, cardiovascular and respiratory responses, fatigue mechanisms, and physiological adaptations that underpin performance and health.
The module also introduces biomechanics, enabling you to understand how mechanical principles and forces influence movement efficiency, technique, and injury risk in sport and exercise settings. In parallel, sport psychology will be explored to consider the cognitive and emotional factors that influence motivation, focus, confidence, and performance outcomes. By integrating these key disciplines, you will develop a holistic understanding of the interaction between body systems and behaviour in sport and exercise contexts, and how these influence performance, health, and participation across a range of populations. This knowledge will support the development of analytical, problem-solving, and applied skills relevant to sport science practice.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Teaching | 56 |
| Asynchronous activity (digital learning) | 10.5 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Independent self-directed study | 173.5 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
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| LO1 | Identify and describe the fundamental concepts, terminology, and principles within the core disciplines of physiology, biomechanics, and sport psychology as they relate to human movement and performance. |
| LO2 | Identify and explain the basic relationships between foundational concepts and sporting scenarios, providing examples of how each discipline contributes to performance and health. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
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| Synchronous Online Assessment (Exam) | Online Open Book Examination 1 | The assessment for this module has been designed to align with both academic standards and vocational industry requirements. The use of a multiple-choice question (MCQ) format enables the efficient and reliable assessment of students’ understanding of core concepts, terminology, and foundational principles across anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and sport psychology. | 90 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Online Open Book Examination 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |