Course Modules

An introduction to quantitative and qualitative methodology for biomechanics using practical and real-world examples to illustrate how we make sense of data.

Successful strength and conditioning relies on a sound comprehension of the principles governing program design, planning and application. Therefore, the emphasis of this module is to develop a robust theoretical understanding, practical skills and competencies that will make you an

The strength and conditioning process is underpinned by the fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Science. The ability of a system to adapt to training-based stimulus relies on a physiological response to biomechanical demand. The effectiveness of this demand is often

This module provides you with the opportunity to put theory into practice whilst developing transferable skills such as teamwork, communication, task-deadline accomplishment, working under pressure and a professional work ethic. By the end of the module, you should be able

This module helps define a range of everyday experiences using psychological models of attitudes, as you learn how to analyse attitudes and explore psychological constructs, methodology and theories associated with experiences. Fundamental data analysis skills will be developed through lectures

The module explores the experience of positive psychology relating the need to understand one’s own motivation, aspirations and goals to: Self-development Personality Need for achievement Self efficacy Self esteem. You will explore psychological theories and empirical findings from investigations into

This module explores functions and experiences relevant to using technology, focusing on the criteria used to assess technology’s usability and how human limitations relate to this usability and usage. You will be introduced to certain psychological theories and empirical findings

The module will begin by considering the nature of interpersonal skills and the elements that constitute effective communication. This will provide an opportunity to explore models of communication and effective verbal and non-verbal communication. You will also consider how interpersonal

This module seeks to enable you to understand the contribution of key thinkers to the development of modern psychology and to appreciate their biographical backgrounds. The lives and work of key thinkers will be introduced and contextualised with reference to

This module examines the origins and development of modern psychology. You will focus on the main approaches to studying and describing human behaviour, for example, behaviourism, the psychodynamic approach, the humanistic approach, the cognitive approach, and the biological basis of