Applied Sports Science with Performance Technology – BSc (Hons)

This module will develop the learners personal and interpersonal communication skills as a transferable skill to the sports and fitness industries. It will equip the learner with the practical know-how to communicate effectively for sporting and academic pursuits using multiple media and communication platforms both verbally, written, non-verbal and electronically. This module will introduce independent and reflective learning skills.

This module introduces the fundamental aspects of human nutrition. The sources, structure, functions and metabolism of macro nutrients, together with basic concepts of energy balance will be explored. The sources and functions of vitamins and minerals together with recommended intakes will also be introduced, along with the role of hydration.

The aim of this module is for the student to gain a foundational knowledge of the human anatomical structures and systems.

Performance analysis is used to provide insight into an athlete’s performance. The analyst’s role is to translate objective data into learning opportunities to help improve future performance. Different professional athletic settings use performance analysis in different ways. Athletes, coaches, and exercise specialists can evaluate the performance traits and strategies of a sporting action or activity through the use of performance analysis. The analyst must be knowledgeable about the tactical and technical needs of that sport as well as the methods and instruments used to record, measure, and analyse performance in order to gain this important insight into the efficacy of sports performance.

The aim of this module is for the learner to understand the development of movement patterns through the life cycle and how these principles inform athletic development and planning.

To provide an insightful introduction to the principles surrounding resistance training as related to the planning, development and implementation of strength and conditioning programmes for the athlete population.

The aim of this module is for the student to gain a foundational knowledge of the human biomechanics and responses as they relate to exercise and activity. The student will understand basic principles of human biomechanics as they apply to kinetic and kinematic movement.

The aim of this module is for the learner to understand the principles and practices of fundamental movement skills and how these skills relate to athletic development.

The aim of this module is to provide students with a basic understanding of human physiology and physiological responses to exercise.

To acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to establish his or her own personal philosophy and ethical framework within his or her role as a performance technologist.

To enhance knowledge and competency of science and application of resistance training for the athlete population.

The aim of this module is to develop the student’s technical skills in producing digital material for analysing individual and team-based technical, training and gameplay movements using a varied range of technology.

To develop a biomechanical knowledge within clinical populations through biomechanical and movement intervention strategies related to the field of strength and conditioning

To examine the psychological skills and knowledge to enhance sporting performance.

The aim of this module is for students to understand the key physical elements required for speed & agility for sport, Students will gain an understanding of the science and practise behind the methods of improving multidirectional speed and agility and its benefits towards sporting performance and will also gain an understanding of the mechanics behind speed.

Performance profiling is a technique that enables athletes to identify the characteristics required for success in their sport. Athletes can use this knowledge in particular to develop training regimens for the areas where they need to improve. Athletes can also use the performance profile in collaboration with their coaching staff to assist them perform better.

The aim of this module is to enable the learner to use extensive data sets for data-driven sports and performance intelligence. Learners will acquire the skills necessary to collect, clean, interpret and challenge data whilst maintaining strong data governance and rooted in best data analysis practice.

The aim of this module is for students to understand the key physical elements required for aerobic development and energy system conditioning. Students will be able to plan and deliver aerobic and endurance development programmes for both teams and individuals.

The aim of this module is to provide students with the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to identify injuries, injury risks, implement prevention strategies and to perform return to play programmes.

The aim of this module is for students to gain a thorough understanding and competencies in sports performance testing of athletes and how such methods are used to measure performance within Strength and Conditioning.

Statistics for sport provides the student with an understanding of statistical concepts and computational skills, their practical application in relevant sporting situations, and develops a systematic approach to dealing with statistical data.

This module examines current and emerging trends, research tracks and contemporary issues within Performance Technology literature and evidence based practise. Participants will explore areas of interest to develop future research opportunities, critical thinking skills and the application of theory in practical settings.

The first element of the coaching process is where the athlete performs. A key role of the performance analyst is to prepare the player and coaching staff before, during, and after this performance. Therefore, this module will help students develop the skills to plan and execute a pre, live and post-performance workflow. In a sporting setting, analysts assist players and staff with thorough knowledge of the next opponent before an event so that pre-event planning and strategy can be carried out successfully. Coaches and staff can benefit from live analysis by getting contextual information to aid in-game decisions. While post-event analysis offers a comprehensive assessment of an individual or team’s performance.

The aim of this module is to develop the student’s technical skills in the use of sports technology to analyze individual and team-based technical, training and gameplay movements using a varied range of technology.

This module aims to provide an understanding of the theories and technologies underpinning data visualisation and story-telling of sports and health performance through data. In addition, the learners will develop the practical skills to create effective professional graphical representations of sports data.

The aim of this module is for the learner to understand the nature of S&C needs through the youth and adolescent life cycle and how these principles inform exercise selection, programming and planning.

The aim of the work place learning module is for students to apply their formal academic education within an experiential learning environment. Students will log 600 hours within a sports based Performance Analysis environment allowing them to develop interpersonal skills in communication, team work and problem solving. It also affords each student the opportunity to gain insight into their own personal abilities and aptitudes and to reflect on their continuing need for both personal and professional development.

Performance analysts offer athletes, team sport participants, and coaches unbiased feedback to help improve performance in addition to the tactical and technical development of individuals and teams. This module focuses on the applied nature of performance analysis. Students will be introduced to the framework of professional practice in applied performance analysis. This framework can be used as a reflective tool and as a means of auditing your performance analysis processes. This module will build on previous performance analysis knowledge accumulated within the programme by introducing students to the latest technology such as virtual reality and visualisation software such as telestration.

To analyse the principles of training science and application into the development of appropriate periodised programmes in sports performance.

This module builds students understanding of innovation and their own professional development by applying that learning to new venture creation and career planning. This module will provide the student with a grounding in innovative sports enterprise development. It will guide the student through modelling a new venture proposal, feasibility study and the design of a business plan for the potential start up.

The development of future high-level athletes within sports depends on the identification and selection of talent. However, the process is complicated, with many coaches adopting a variety of physiological and technical performance assessments to identify future elite players. In the past, identifying talent involved watching athletes compete in competitive games or training sessions where they try to impress scouts. This method of recruiting or choosing talent is not based on scientific data but rather on subjective opinions, which, when employed alone, may lead to frequent errors and inconsistent results. The role of the performance analyst has expanded into the recruitment of talent.

The aim of this module is to provide students with the scientific theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to work with female athletes of all ages. It will equip students to enable these athletes to perform and recover optimally throughout the lifecycle.

Any electronic gadget made to be worn on the body is considered wearable technology. A wide range of wearable technology exists today, including fitness trackers and smartwatches. Wearables have sensors incorporated into them that track physical motions, offer biometric identification, or help with location monitoring. This technology is increasing in popularity, as a result, people can produce large amounts of data relatively quickly. Students will learn about a range of wearable sports technology and how to extract and interpret the data for the end user.

This module aims to assist the student to identify, understand and prepare to S&C research to further their understanding of research methods and tools. This module focuses on the planning and preparation of a research and also on the identification and analysis of contemporary S&C issues as potential areas of research and the use of scientific research as a problem solving tool. This encompasses the understanding and application of appropriate research designs, research statistics, data analysis techniques, report writing and presentation.

The module focuses on the knowledge and skills required for effective leadership management of elite teams and high performance athletes as well as in an organisational setting and in addition focus’s on the changing context in which organisations operate. The module examines the current models and approaches to leadership, organisational change and individual behavioural change which inform our understanding of best practise in leading and managing elite athletes and teams.

To analyse and assess the scientific basis and practical application of appropriate monitoring and recovery strategies, protocols and procedures for the athlete population.

This module examines the current trends in performance technologies in evidence based practise. Students will be tasked with problem based learning criteria in multi-disciplinary manner where they will need to research, critically assess and collaborate on formulating strategies.