1. Identify the limits and opportunities for the sport scientist working in a clinical setting
2. Demonstrate knowledge of common sports injuries and discuss their aetiology
3. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the role of exercise in injury rehabilitation.
4. Examine the aetiology of common medical problems associated with sports participation and their performance consequences.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the effect of diverse environmental conditions on the exercising human and be able to take steps minimize the risks posed to the participant.
Research skills |
The 2000 word essay requires students to review the relevant medical research literature. |
Communication |
Written and oral communication are assessed summatively and formatively, respectively. |
Team work |
Formative group presentation |
Information Technology |
Literature searches, word processing and Powerpoint presentations will all be used in this module |
Personal Development and Career planning |
An awareness of the opportunities for the sport scientist in the field of sports medicine will be an outcome of this module. |