Full Time Sport and Exercise Sciences Higher National Diploma

Sport and Exercise Sciences Higher National Diploma

Location:Redditch

Qualification Level:level 4 - 5

Attendance:Full Time

Course Duration:
This is a two year course - 3 days per week.

Course Description
YEAR ONE
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Exercise Prescription
Prevention and Treatment of Injuries
Physical Education
Organisation and Legislation of Sports and Fitness
Fundamentals of Fitness and Training
Skill Acquisition
Exercise for Specific Populations

YEAR TWO
Nutrition for Sport
Sports and Exercise Psychology
Sports Biomechanics
Sports and Exercise Research Project
Biochemistry of Exercise
Remedial Exercise and Rehabilitation
Exercise Physiology
Sports Coaching

How is the Qualification Achieved ?
Assessment is continuous via written assignment work. practical performances, and formal presentations. There are no external examinations.

On Successful Completion of this Course
On completion of the HND, students can enrol onto the final year of a BA or BSC programme to convert their HND into a full honours degree. However, a HND qualification would be sufficient to gain employment in the field of Sports and Exerise Sciences.

Additional Information
This is a physically demanding course comprising equal theory and practical elements. The course is delivered at the Redditch campus.