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Full Time Sport and Exercise Sciences Higher National Diploma
HND
In Redditch ()
Description
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Type
HND
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Duration
2 Years
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.
About this course
160 UCAS points plus 4 GCSE's at Grade C or above - to include English, Mathematics and Science. A sports studies, sport and exercise science, or sports therapy background is desirable, but not essential, as all students will attain a similar level during the course.
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Course programme
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.
Full Time Sport and Exercise Sciences Higher National Diploma