Strength and Conditioning
About this course
Our BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning degree combines underlying scientific principles from the sports science disciplines of physiology, biomechanics, sports psychology and sports coaching with practical strength and conditioning training. By studying this course at BCUC, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills you need to become a confident and effective strength and conditioning practitioner.
Modules
Year 1- An Introduction to Coaching Theory and Practice, Foundations of Exercise Physiology, Data Analysis in Sport and Exercise, Foundations of Biomechanics, Introduction to Health Physiology, Foundations of Sport and Exercise Physiology, Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning, Human Anatomy. Year 2- Coaching and Athlete Development, Research in Sport and Exercise, Applied Exercise Physiology, Sports Nutrition, Applied Biomechanics, Performance Analysis in Sport, Applied Sport and Performance Psychology, Applied Strength and Conditioning Year 3- Contemporary Coaching Issues, Research Dissertation, Advanced Strength and Conditioning, Sports Injury and Rehabilitation, Topical Issues in Strength and Conditioning, Skill Acquisition and Learning in Sport, Exercise Referrals
Assessment methods
By studying our BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning course, you’ll always learn through a combination of theoretical and practical methods. Our expert academic staff will teach you through lectures, seminars, practical/lab sessions and tutorials, and importantly you’ll also participate in work placements and independent study. Each module will have its own assessment criteria, but you’ll largely be working on presentations, vivas, reports and essays, case studies, work-related and practical assessments.
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Burnley College
Sport, Fitness and Public Services
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