BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning Science (with Foundation Year)

Core modules (students are required to take):

• Academic Skills and Studying with Confidence
  We'll help you develop core academic skills such as using electronic resources, planning and note-taking, communication skills related to essay and report writing and delivering presentations. You'll learn how to manage your time, how to prioritise and how to manage stress, and you’ll become more confident in engaging with collaborative learning, debates, discussions and critical reflection.
  

• Project
  You’ll study an area of interest related to your chosen degree. You’ll work individually on your project, whether that's a written report, a presentation and oral examination, a film or a series of blog posts. You’ll undertake problem-solving learning, and formative feedback and support will be provided throughout, helping develop your self-confidence.
  

• Being Healthy in a Modern World
  You’ll explore the benefits of a healthy population at individual and societal levels as well as key innovations in health and healthcare provision. You’ll focus on modern health issues including sleep, nutrition, alcohol, physical activity and mental health, and consider their cause, effect and impact for diverse populations. You’ll learn fundamental theories and concepts through formal lectures, seminars and group workshops.
  

• Introduction to Sport and Exercise
  You’ll be introduced to multi-disciplinary perspectives on sport, exercise and physical performance including physiological, psychological, biomechanical and pedagogical concepts. You'll explore performance testing and evaluation methods through interactive lectures, workshops and lab and field-based practical work.
  

Core modules (students are required to take):

• Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

• Fundamentals of Human Movement

• Fundamentals in Strength and Conditioning

• Introduction to Sport Psychology    

• Applying Principles of Sport and Exercise Sciences  

• Professional Skills in Sport, Exercise and Health

Core modules (students are required to take):

• Physiology of Training  

• Sport and Exercise Psychology 

• Nutrition for Sport, Health and Exercise 

• Applying Professional Skills in Sport, Exercise and Health 

• Biomechanical Analysis of Movement  

• Research Methods and Enquiry 

• Strength and Conditioning in Action

Core modules (students are required to take):

• Independent Project  

• Professional Learning Through Work   

• Applied Strength and Conditioning 

Students are also required to choose one option module from:

• Applied Physiology  

• Applied Performance Testing  

• Applied Psychology: Practical Solutions