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SR2002: THE SCIENCE OF SPORTS PERFORMANCE (2021-2022)

Last modified: 31 May 2022 13:05


Course Overview

• understanding the fundamental factors that limit exercise performance is of great importance for human health and athletic performance; 

• this course integrates the knowledge in biomechanics, physiology, psychology and pharmacology in order to build a comprehensive understanding of physical activity and exercise performance in humans;

• this core knowledge prepares you for more advanced study of sports and health sciences;

• you will also participate in practical series focussed on energy expenditure and fitness testing which will build essential laboratory and data analysis skills of importance for employability in the area of sports and health 

Course Details

Study Type Undergraduate Level 2
Term First Term Credit Points 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits)
Campus Aberdeen Sustained Study Yes
Co-ordinators
  • Dr Jenny Gregory

Qualification Prerequisites

  • One of Programme Level 2 or Programme Level 3 or Programme Level 4

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

  • Programme Level 2
  • Any Undergraduate Programme

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

None.

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

This course is designed to introduce students to the application of science in the study of elite sports performance and exercise responses. Fundamental aspects of exercise physiology, along with the principles of training and effects of over-training, sports injuries and the use of drugs in sport will be introduced. Research methodology is highlighted throughout. By the end of this course students will have a wide appreciation of the major factors underpinning sports performance.


Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

More Information about Week Numbers


Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 30 August 2024 for 1st term courses and 20 December 2024 for 2nd term courses.

Summative Assessments

Alternative Assessment

20% Multiple Choice Assessment 1

25% Multiple Choice Assessment 2

25% Multiple Choice Assessment  3

7.5% Practical Assessment 1 (multiple choice or short answer form)

15% Practical Assessment 2 (structured lab report)

7.5% Practical Assessment 3 (multiple choice or short answer form)

Alternative Resit Assessment

Online exam

Formative Assessment

There are no assessments for this course.

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge LevelThinking SkillOutcome
FactualRememberStudents will discover and remember the fundamental factors that limit exercise performance.
ConceptualApplyStudents will be able to adapt and apply some topics such as heart-rate and energy expenditure outside the classroom setting.
ConceptualUnderstandStudents will understand how physical exercise links to human health.

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