Course Modules

This develops your understanding of the place of sport and physical education in society. It is designed to build analytical engagement in evaluating the relationship between sport and physical education from a sociological perspective. Its focus centres on the examination […]

This module will allow you to examine how key systems such as the musculoskeletal system, the cardio-vascular system and the respiratory system affect human performance. Specific attention is paid to energy metabolism in the context of the exercising human across

While learning the technical components involved in the teaching and coaching of specific skills, you will also be introduced to fundamental biomechanical principles which impact performance.

This module seeks to develop your knowledge and understanding from the Enquiring Practitioner 1 and help prepare you for your final year dissertation. You will conceive of, plan and execute small-scale research. The aim of this “dress rehearsal” is to

Build on your understanding of effective teaching and coaching by understanding and applying principles of equality and inclusive practice.

This module focuses on the multi-faceted process of the coach-athlete and teacher-pupil relationship, drawing on contemporary psychological research which places this relationship at the centre of athlete and pupil development. This module will explore the sources, nature and synthesis of

The module aims to analyse the contribution of sport and physical activity to mental health and wellbeing. The influence of the role of teachers/coaches and pedagogical practice on the growing and developing brain will be examined.

The biomechanical principles underpinning performance in a range of sports will be considered in relation to practical performance of sport. The module content will include analysis methodologies and research, which has enhanced biomechanics knowledge of sports performance. The biomechanics analysis

This module will use a series of lectures and workshops to explore curricula employed in classroom teaching such as: the national curriculum GCSE PE BTEC Sport A-level PE. You will consider how schemes of work and lesson plans are developed

This module is the culmination of previous learning and is the major element of your independent enquiry on your programme. The module requires that you reflect on, and utilise the knowledge base, context, and application of taught modules, as well