ObjectivesThis course explores the role of exercise and nutrition in the prevention and control of disease and the maintenance of good health. It comprises the key strands of sport and exercise science (anatomy, physiology, psychology and biomechanics) together with nutrition and multidisciplinary topics related to the promotion of health and the prevention of disease.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements * a degree (level 6) in an Early Years subject or a degree (level 6) in any subject plus a level 3 qualification in an Early Years subject * a GCSE grade C in English and Maths * a current Criminal Records Bureau clearance * recent and considerable experience across whole 0-5 years age range
Academic titleBSc Exercise, Nutrition and Health
Course descriptionBSc Exercise, Nutrition and Health
Programme
Year 1
-Foundation Studies in Human Nutrition 1
-Foundation Studies in Human Nutrition 2
-Human Anatomy and Biomechanics
-Introduction to Human Physiology
-Methods of Enquiry
-Sport Organisations
-Sport and Exercise Psychology 1
-Skills Acquisition in Sport
Year 2
-Exercise Physiology and Nutrition 1
-Exercise Physiology and Nutrition 2
-Sport and Exercise Psychology 2
-Sport and Exercise Biomechanics
-Nutrition Across the Lifespan
-Nutritional Assessment 1
-Physical Activity and Health Promotion
-Research Methods
Year 3
-Dissertation/Project
-Health Promotion, Food and Nutrition Policies
-Growth, Development and Ageing
-Exercise Prescription
-Exercise and Health Psychology
-Sports Injuries
-Applied Sports Psychology OR
-Applied Sports Biomechanics OR
-Fitness Assessment and Training Programmes