There is no prerequisite for this module

In this module you will be provided with an understanding of the philosophical basis of science and how scientific knowledge is constructed. Building on this, the core theoretical and applied skills in the discipline areas within sport science will be contextualised in relation to performance enhancement in sport. This will be achieved by you learning about the perspectives of different disciplines within sport science and also the perspectives of specialists from the broader sport science support team, such as strength and conditioning coaches, technical coaches, video analysts and sports medicine specialists. This module will help you develop competencies that will enable you to apply for BASES supervised experience and ultimately accreditation.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to:
LO1: Outline and evaluate approaches to knowledge construction in sport science and examine the extent to which sport science support is scientific.
LO2: Explain, appraise and carry out valid and reliable methods of collecting performance related data, whilst also being able evaluate limitation.
LO3: Integrate theory and practice in designing performance related training packages.
LO4: Critically explore the practical and ethical issues related to codes of professional conduct within sport science.
LO5: Reflect on the process of working as part of a multidisciplinary team of sport scientist supporting a sport performer.