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Core Module Information
Module title: Growth, Maturation and Exercise
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: SES09104
Module leader: Brendon Ferrier
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Sport Exercise and Health Science
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

During the running of this module you will examine a range of topics related to the effect of exercise and physical activity on the development of the individual from birth to adulthood. You will examine how physcial activity helps in the development of cognitive, neurological and physiological elements of the child. You will also examine the effects of aerobic and anaerobic/strength training on the development of the child and the maturation process. We will also overview how government policies impact upon physical activity provision within an educational setting, and the impact current physical activity levels have on the long term health outcomes of the individual.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate an understanding of the physical changes associated with growth, development and ageing.

LO2: Apply knowledge of the impact of physical activity on growth and development.

LO3: Evaluate the links between sport, exercise, growth, development and quality of life.

LO4: Examine why children are particularly susceptible to certain sport injuries.

LO5: Examine the relationship between growth, maturation and athletic performance.

LO6: Examine the key health issues related to growth and development.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, In Person, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Brendon Ferrier
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 11 A weekly group tutorial will be offered focussing on developing skills to address the summative assessment tasks for the module. This will include learning writing skills, but also means to implement critical thinking into your skill base. Working on weekly topics to illustrate the connection to the lecture series.
Online Guided independent study 167 Each week reading materials and resources will be issued on Moodle (these will also be shared via the Module Leganto list at the beginning of the module should you wish more time to engage with the materials). You will be encouraged to read more widely around the week by week topics, as well as engage in the Moodle based activities which will be discussed during the tutorial sessions. These groupwork and independent study opportunities are provided to ensure you have sufficient time to prepare.
Face To Face Lecture 22 Lectures will be in-person, with presentation uploaded onto Moodle for access. Lectures will be recorded and will include subtitles/close-captioning.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Essay 50 1~2~3~4~5 Week 7 , WORDS= 2000 words For this first assessment you will be expected to analyse the literature related to a chosen topic on paediatric exercise science and physical activity provision in children and adolescents. You will be expected to construct a balanced and informative essay related to your chosen topic, providing an overview of the provision, or obstacles toward the provision of physical activity. As well as the benefits of physical activity in the health and development in children and adolescents.The paper needs to be based on recent research in the field and provide the reader with some idea as to what the research is trying to illustrate. Therefore, what is the current research suggesting with regards to the field of physical activity related to children and adolescents?
Oral Presentation 50 1~2~3~4~5~6 Exam Period HOURS= 15 minutes You will be expected to provide a 15 minute presentation addressing one of two case study scenarios provided. During your presentation, you will need to incorporate current paediatric exercise research sources, and address the prompt questions at the end of the chosen scenario. During your presentation, you will need to introduce the topic being covered, provide an outline and in-depth explanation of the key issues you will be addressing, including those points suggested and any other relevant content, as well as a conclusion to the scenario.
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
SES09104 Growth, Maturation and Exercise
 

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