Strength and Conditioning Science BSc (Hons)

Year one

• Field Based Training Techniques 

Field Based Training Techniques

The module aims to introduce students to practical techniques and mechanical fundamentals of a variety of field based training techniques and modalities. Students will practice the techniques and study theoretical concepts of anatomy and mechanics which relate to the skills through the analysis of movement. It will involve a series of lectures in a practical environment to identify and explain key principles. 

The practical seminars taught in smaller coaching groups will allow students to further explore and understand these topics and skills and begin to apply their own coaching to specific skills via individual and group coaching.

• Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning 

Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning

The module aims to introduce students to fundamental practical techniques associated with strength and conditioning. Students will practice the techniques and study theoretical concepts of anatomy and mechanics which underpin the skills used by coaches. 

The module will involve a series of lectures, seminars and practicals to identify and explain key principles. The practicals taught in smaller coaching groups will allow students to further explore and understand these topics and skills.

• Introduction to Research 

Introduction to Research

This module will introduce students to fundamental issues in research methods and design. It will cover basic data handling and manipulation skills within quantitative and qualitative approaches.

• Introduction to Sport Psychology and Skill Acquisition 

Introduction to Sport Psychology and Skill Acquisition

The module aims to introduce key theoretical and applied concepts in sport psychology and skill acquisition.

• Physiology of Exercise 

Physiology of Exercise

This module introduces students to fundamental principles underlying exercise physiology, focusing on the structure and function of physiological systems. Students should be able to identify key physiological responses to exercise within theoretical frameworks and concepts. 

Students should also be able to assess and record physiological responses to exercise using newly learnt laboratory techniques to further their understanding and present their findings within pre-defined criteria associated with the study of exercise physiology.

• Strength Training Techniques 

Strength Training Techniques

The module aims to develop understanding of the key mechanical principles, anatomical issues and considerations, which determine strength development in athletes. Students will extensively practice the techniques and study theoretical concepts of anatomy and mechanics which relate to the skills through the analysis of movement.

Through this technical knowledge, this module aims to provide students with the coaching tools and critical understanding of key training principles and methods, which when applied appropriately, enhance strength and power in athletes.