Science of Performance and Injury in Sport - 30 credits (HCT021)
Module leader
Dr Nicola Phillips
Status
Professional specific module for Physiotherapists.
Programme Pathway
Compulsory module for MSc Sports Physiotherapy , optional module for MSc Physiotherapy. Stand alone module for Physiotherapists.
Prior Learning
A first degree or diploma giving a licence to practice in the relevant health profession and two years post registration experience.
Credit rating
30 at M level
Notional learning time
300 hours
Contact hours
72
Aim
To enable the student to critically evaluate the response of the sportsperson and active individual to exercise and preparation for specific activity. They will also assess the physiological, biomechanical and psychological factors that influence injuries and performance/adherence within sport and exercise.