Sports Studies (Exercise and Health)

Programme Structure & Content

First Year
Studies of basic disciplines occupy the first year of study. An introduction to both Psychology and Biology is given coupled with an introductory Sports Science course and followed by a more practical Exercise Physiology course.

Second Year
Further expansion of Sport Science and development of Exercise & Health studies are provided at this level. These are combined with more advanced studies in Psychology, Physiology and courses delivering key skills applicable to Sports Studies.

Third Year
Sports Science and Exercise Physiology forms an important component of third year together with more specific studies on anatomy, together with health-related issues including nutrition and consideration of socio-economic aspects of health and illness.

Fourth Year (Honours)
The Honours year comprises focused studies on Sports Psychology, Sports Studies research topics and a specialised practical course covering aspects of physical conditioning. A comprehensive course promoting the physiological and psychological aspects of Exercise and Health completes the syllabus.

Teaching & Assessment

In the early years, teaching involves attendance at lectures, practicals and tutorials. In the later years a rather greater proportion of students' time is taken up with private study involving writing essays and reports and also in laboratory or library work relating to specific projects.