Sports science will encourage students to understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of sports science. They will develop learning and practical skills that will benefit them in real-life contexts and work situations. Students are able to develop independence and confidence using skills that are relevant to the Exercise, Physical activity, Sport and Health sector more widely.
Unit R180 (Exam Unit 40%) Reducing the risk of sports injuries and dealing with common medical conditions
This unit will prepare students to take part in physical activity in a way that minimises the risk of injuries occurring. Students will learn how to react to common injuries in sport, how to recognise the symptoms and what treatment the injuries will require.
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Unit R181 (Coursework 40%) Applying the principles of training: fitness and how it affects skill performance
This assignment will consist of 40% of the final grade- the coursework is assessed over 5 different tasks.
During this Unit students will learn how to design, plan and evaluate a fitness training programme, and will then be able to interpret the data and evaluate their programme.
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Unit R182 (Coursework 20%) The body’s response to physical activity and how technology informs this
This unit will enable students to gain understanding of how both the cardio-respiratory and musculo-skeletal systems provide you with the energy and movements needed to keep you exercising and in turn how exercise helps develop both systems.
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