This module gives the learner an insight into the practical application of current Sport Nutrition guidelines within a high-performance setting. This module explores the key role and contemporary issues of nutrition in various aspects of Sport and Exercise e.g. fuelling, hydration, recovery, making weight, body composition, challenging environments, energy balance, dietary analysis, etc. The module also introduces the learner to specialist nutritional and practitioner skills.

1. Critically analyse current sports nutrition guidelines.
2. Effectively assess athletes nutritional needs based on the physiological demands of their sport.
3. Prescribe and evaluate appropriate nutrition interventions based on athletes training loads and nutritional goals.
4. Analyse food diaries and produce detailed reports using the latest dietary analysis software.
5. Criticall review and interpret current evidence regarding the use of ergogenic aids in a wide variety of sports and exercise settings.
6. Apply the concept of nutrition periodization to an athletes diet based on training load and phase of the season.
7. Appraise the concepts and controversies in exercise and nutritional science and evaluate related research.
8. Clearly and effectively communicate complex sports nutrition information to athletes and their peers.

This module examines the physiological effects in response to various sport and exercise stresses. The module explores key acute physiological responses and chronic physiological adaptations that influence human performance. The examination of various physiological assessment techniques will be explored. The interpretation of assessment results and their application to various performance environments will be completed. This module aims to advance physiological knowledge, skills and techniques and the ability to critically evaluate relevant scientific literature.

1. Appraise various physiological systems and critically analyse their responses to a range of sport and exercise stresses
2. Critique emerging theory and contemporary issues within sport and exercise physiology
3. Evaluate the acute physiological responses and chronic physiological adaptations to a range sports and exercise modes
4. Critically analyse the use of exercise as a prevention and management tool within pathology
5. Critically evaluate the validity and reliability of various physiological assessment tools and techniques
6. Design a range of sport and exercise physiological assessments for various clients
7. Apply extensive techniques in delivering physiological assessments and measurements
8. Interpret a range of sport and exercise related physiological results and apply contemporary sport and exercise prescription methods

The aim of the module is to critically understand the design, methodological and implementation issues in research in your field of study. Specifically, the module aims to: facilitate the learner in the evaluation and the design of a research plan. The learner will develop an in-depth knowledge of the tools and techniques of research and an appreciation of which research approaches are appropriate in a given set of circumstances.

1. Write and present a research proposal that clarifies their research topic, approach, strategy and research questions.
2. Construct a literature review in a specified sub-field of your field of study and to draw material into a collective whole.
3. Identify and evaluate multiple sources of data and realise the limits and appropriate uses of findings.
4. Use appropriate methodological techniques to conduct primary and secondary research.
5. Write, present and defend material that articulates ideas, insights, analysis, policy and best practice to peer and practitioner audiences.

This module is designed to give students the necessary skills to analyse data using SPSS as part of their research projects. It will be a thorough and comprehensive overview to understanding, critically evaluating, conducting, and writing about analyses for most studies in relevant disciplines.

1. Conduct preliminary analyses: descriptive analysis and use graphs to describe the data
2. Use statistical techniques to explore relationships among variables
3. Use statistical techniques to compare groups
4. Communicate effectively the results of data analysis to technical and non-technical audiences
5. Work on own initiative and as part of a team in order to enhance overall learning and knowledge data analysis using SPSS

Students will have the opportunity to develop and apply a comprehensive knowledge of the planning, periodisation and evaluation of strength and conditioning training for individual athletes/teams. Students will also develop an in-depth and critical understanding of contemporary strength and conditioning research and practices.

1. Critically review and interpret contemporary research in Strength and Conditioning practice.
2. Apply a range of practical skills and a detailed understanding of the role of a strength and conditioning coach.
3. Display a critical understanding of the principles and components that underpin Strength and Conditioning programming
4. Apply the concepts of evidence based practice to develop training and conditioning programs.
5. Assess and analyse the results of needs analysis and fitness assessments in the design of effective Strength and Conditioning programmes.
6. Design, implement and evaluate sport specific individual or team conditioning programmes.
7. Monitor training load within a periodised Strength and Conditioning programme.
8. Apply strength and conditioning principles in special populations.

The aim of this module is to further develop the skill set to deliver a high level of performance analysis that provides coaches and athletes with objective information through video and statistical information on athlete performance. Students will develop their knowledge and expertise on academic, practical and research skills that is required to become a successful performance analyst in sport. Graduates will be well equipped to meet the demand for people in the area of performance analysis within any level of sport or sporting organisation.

1. Develop the practical competencies and communication skills required to successfully deliver analysis to a team or individual in sport
2. Analyse and critically review new research in the field of performance analysis in cross-disciplinary sporting contexts.
3. Evaluate the validity and reliability of data collection in analysing sporting performance
4. Synthesise the knowledge and skills gained in an applied setting to team-based sports and individual athletes and aid in their performances through effective video- feedback
5. Critique the complex needs of elite sports teams and individual athletes in order to provide high-level motivational videos to enhance their performance
6. Acquire the skill set required to deliver and evaluate performance data using GPS systems

The aim of this module is to develop the key skills required to work within the demanding high performance setting. This module also introduces the learner to the range of ethical issues encountered within this environment. The learner will develop a reflective practice tool set and the skills required for peer based learning.

1. Demonstrate the skills required to work within the challenging high performance environment.
2. Understand the ethical issues and challenges related to working with individual athletes.
3. Understand the ethical issues and challenges related to working within a team environment.
4. Critically evaluate their performance and understand the importance of reflective practice for practitioner development.
5. Analyse emerging research and concepts in their field and adapt their practice accordingly.
6. Demonstrate appropriate and effective skills in communicating information, advice, instruction and professional opinion to clients and colleagues.
7. Execute a range of laboratory assessments and techniques relevant to performance
8. Deliver various field based assessments and interventions related to performance

The dissertation provides learners with an opportunity to apply the concepts, methods and techniques that have been studied in research methods and the various performance modules. The learner will demonstrate that they critically understand issues relating to the design, planning, execution of a level nine dissertation in their chosen field.

1. Write, present and defend a research design, analysis and conclusions/recommendations.
2. Conduct a comprehensive and critical literature review in a specified field of relevant research.
3. Collect and analyse relevant data.
4. Evaluate and adopt appropriate methodology for their chosen research.
5. Consider ethical issues pertinent to research in this area.
6. Write, present and defend material that articulates concepts, analysis, and best practice to peer and practitioner audiences.
7. Produce a comprehensive dissertation which complies with all the rules and conventions of academic writing.
8. Display evidence of independent research skills throughout the dissertation process.

The aim of this module is designed to allow learners to learn through reflecting on the experience of working in a relevant high performance environment in sport. This module focuses on developing significant and critical work based learning and research. The approach recognises the relationship between sport and exercise theory and sports practice and creates an environment in which participants can engage in knowledge development based on the 'work' context. The module requires learners to make explicit links between academic theories or concepts and their experiences in an applied sport setting. The module also seeks to provide an underpinning for developing as a competent reflective sports practitioner in a high performance environment. Applied project work and sharing of real life experiences will form a richness of learning through the process referred to as 'Apply and Learn'. This is essentially an applied module with rigorous theoretical underpinnings. It will enable learners to understand the wider implications of their academic work and to reflect on how their experience has informed their knowledge regarding their academic practice Learners will critically evaluate an academic theory or concept in relation to the applied setting they are undertaking work in. They learn how their academic studies are relevant when working in an applied setting and in this way the module focuses the learners' awareness towards their transferable skills whilst relating this to the knowledge gained so far from academic credit. The module also seeks to provide an underpinning for developing as a competent reflective practitioner -researcher within industry. Each learner is required to spend 12 weeks (full time) in a relevant work placement or approved work environment. .

1. Develop research skills and competence in a high performance sports settings
2. Apply and evaluate relevant theory and research data into the working environment
3. Critique reflective practice theory and practice
4. Apply reflective practice by recording a learning log on work undertaken, skills attained, challenges presented and learning acquired during the work placement
5. Behave in a professional manner within a high performance environment
6. Appreciate ethical issues and challenges related to working and conducting research in a high performance setting
7. Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment with other sports practitioners.
8. Consolidate learning through the application of theory to practice, critical self-reflection and peer learning.