Course Description
This online course will equip learners with the specialist knowledge and skills needed to produce those who want to pursue a career in the sports and fitness industry. It has been designed to meet the requirements of the sport industry, and as possible precursor to further advanced studies such as a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science (top-up) and is underpinned by the research and experience of our tutors/lecturers. During this course, learners will study topics such as human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics in sports, psychology, strength and conditioning, the impact of nutrition, and prevention of injury and rehabilitation.
Modules 1 to 10 will count for 6 ECTS each, totalling 60 ECTS. Each credit equates to a total study time of 25 hours. Total study time includes scheduled online teaching, synchronous and asynchronous teaching, independent study, and assessment activity.
Module 1 will prepare the learners with the necessary academic skills needed. Modules 2 to 7 will develop the under-pinning knowledge and skills in areas such as: Introduction the Sport and Exercise Science, Foundations of Human Anatomy, Foundation of Sport Biomechanics, Introduction to Human Physiology, Fundamentals of Sport Psychology, and Foundation of Performance Analysis. Whilst Modules 8 to 10 will develop the under-pinning knowledge and skills in areas such as: Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation, Foundations of Strength and Conditioning, and Introduction to Sport and Exercise Nutrition.
The skills and knowledge learners acquire throughout the Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science will equip them with key sport science and exercise skills that can be applied in all kinds of organizations.
Learners can seek employment in a variety of commercial and non-commercial organizations in the sport sector, in sport science careers such as sport psychologists, sport therapists or physiotherapists, sport scientists, strength and conditioning coaches and sports performance analysists. Even so the diploma is intended to develop individuals to possess the necessary professional skills, develop in their respective career and contribute effectively to the overall betterment of their own respective organisation. It will further help learners to also develop essential transferrable skills, such as communication, and teamwork.
Learners will have the opportunity to progress onto higher-level study leading to a BSc Sport and Exercise Science. It is to be noted that for certain occupations mentioned above (such as physiotherapist) further training/education is required.
Learning Outcomes
- Manage and be responsible for an independent approach to learning and the ability to reflect on practice in sport and exercise science.
- Be responsible to create effective team players, provide leadership within the sport and exercise science.
- Ensure ethical awareness in the use and interpretation of data of sport and exercise science.
- Identify key principles of the multi-disciplinary areas of Sport and Exercise Science mainly in Human Anatomy, Foundation of Sport Biomechanics, Introduction in Physiology, and the Foundations of Sport.
- Develop knowledge and understand the Foundations of Performance Analysis, Injury and Rehabilitation, Foundations of Strength and Conditioning and Sports and Exercise Nutrition.
- Evaluate the key principles of the multi-disciplinary areas of Sport and Exercise Science mainly in Human Anatomy, Foundations of Sport Biomechanics, Introduction to Physiology, and Foundations of Psychology.
- Analyse the Foundations of Performance Analysis and Injury and rehabilitation, Foundations of Strength and Conditioning and Sport and Exercise Nutrition.
Target Candidates
The Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science is aimed to current or prospective club and team administrators and coaches to meet the demand for experts trained in both science of sports at the administrative and sub-professional levels. This programme will be their first step towards a career in coaching, teaching, health and fitness, exercise science, leisure and sport administration.
| Course Code | Duration | Credit Value | Next Intake | FT/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LW/S/023 | 12 months | 60 ECTS | September 2025 | FT |
| Contact Hours | Placement Hours | Self Study Hours | Assessment Hours | Total Learning Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 | 0 | 1171.5 | 28.5 | 1500 |
Mode of Training
This programme will be delivered Online through synchronous and asynchronous sessions using Learning Works LMS Moodle and https://zoom.us.
Assessment
The programme employs an effective assessment strategy that informs and supports the teaching and learning process and is an integral part of this process and will promote attainment and achievement. This strategy incorporates both ‘formative’ and ‘summative’ assessments. This is important in evaluating learning and providing feedback throughout the programme.
Awarding Body
Learning Works
Lecturers
Course Structure
Module 1 (LW/S/024): Independent Academic Development (6 ECTS)
This module aims to enable learners to link their experiences through reflection from all other elements of the Diploma in Sports and Exercise Science, into a holistic and continuous learning journey. Learners will be introduced to academic writing, and independent academic development planning, leading to reflective learning and the construction of a portfolio. Learners will also undertake reflection on this learning journey.
Module 2 (LW/S/025): Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science (6 ECTS)
This module will introduce learners to the multidisciplinary field of sports and exercise science. The focus will be the scientific principles behind sports and exercise, including training and fitness testing. In completing this module learners will develop an understanding and be knowledgeable about the human body’s anatomy and physiology, psychology, nutrition. It will also provide learners with a comprehensive understanding how to enhance performance and tackle injury and rehabilitation.
Module 3 (LW/S/026): Foundations of Human Anatomy (6 ECTS)
This module aims to introduce the learners to the foundations of human anatomy. This module will discuss the musculoskeletal system and provide an overview of the major bones, joints, muscles and ligaments of the human body. This module will also provide the learners with the ability to utilise anatomical terminology and introduce them to the structure and function of muscles, bones and ligaments.
Module 4 (LW/S/027): Foundations of Sport Biomechanics (6 ECTS)
This module aims to introduce learners to the foundations of sports biomechanics by developing an understanding of the mechanical principles governing human movement, introducing mathematical modelling for sports movements and biomechanical data acquisition techniques and their use in mechanical analysis of sports movement. All this underpinned by the relationships between forces, motion, and human musculoskeletal system during dynamic sport activities and exercise.
Module 5 (LW/S/028): Introduction to Human Physiology (6 ECTS)
This module aims to introduce learners to human physiology which is a fundamental area of study in sport and exercise science. It will provide an understanding of how the human body functions during a physical activity. This is crucial for optimizing the performance of athletes, enhancing their health and injury prevention.
Module 6 (LW/S/029): Fundamentals of Sport Psychology (6 ECTS)
The aim of this module is to provide learners with an understanding of fundamentals of core psychological dimensions of sport. Learners will examine theories of sport psychology, covering topics such as motivation, competence, anxiety and the role of significant others in sport.
Module 7 (LW/S/030): Foundations of Performance Analysis (6 ECTS)
The aim of this module is to introduce learners to performance analysis. It will also evaluate the rational of the use of systematic observation techniques in the analysis of sports performance. It will also suggest methods to inform training strategies and improve sporting performance.
Module 8 (LW/S/031): Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation (6 ECTS)
This module will introduce learners to the core functional and professional areas of sports injury prevention and rehabilitation. Additionally, learners will be introduced to injury screening methods and into the use data to design bespoke injury prevention strategies. Learners will explore real world case studies to build their understanding of returning an athlete after injury. It will offer an excellent foundation and knowledge and skills that will be useful in the upcoming module of strength and conditioning, namely Foundations in Strength and Conditioning.
Module 9 (LW/S/032): Foundations in Strength and Conditioning (6 ECTS)
This module will introduce learners to the discipline of strength and conditioning and the requirements of a career as a strength and conditioning coach. Learners will learn about the role of strength and conditioning and the development of this discipline and its place within the sport and exercise science. learners will identify, analyse and apply the key technical aspects enhancing performance in sport and exercise.
Module 10 (LW/S/033): Introduction to Sport and Exercise Nutrition (6 ECTS)
This module will introduce learners to the basic principles of nutrition. It will help in developing a critical understanding of the requirements to sports and exercise performance. It will consider the nutritional needs of different types of sports and how to apply nutritional guidance. This will all be based on an understanding underpinning concepts and principles associated with sports and exercise science and how an applied nutrition plan can, not only maintain performance, but also enhance it.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements for this course are as follows:
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Applicants who satisfy the following conditions may apply for consideration to this course under the Maturity Clause:
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Learners who opt to apply for a programme of studies through the RPL route shall be responsible for demonstrating how the learning outcomes obtained through prior certified learning or experiential learning are relevant to the programme of studies they are applying for. To ensure that the RPL can be carried out effectively, any form of evidence including any relevant documents is to be attached to the application as per Learning Works Policy. |