SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Level 3
- Further Education
- Armagh Campus
- Newry Campus
- Lurgan Campus
- Pearson
Overview
The Sport and Exercise Science Level 3 Extended Diploma is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles and practical applications in the field of sport and exercise. This diploma offers a valuable opportunity for aspiring sports scientists, exercise physiologists, and fitness professionals to develop their knowledge, skills, and practical expertise in the context of sports performance, exercise prescription, and health promotion.
This course is ideal for applicants who actively wish to progress to higher education to study sport and exercise sciences, physiotherapy, nutrition, biomechanics or sports psychology. The Extended Diploma investigates the science behind sports performance, training, health and fitness. The course consists of seven mandatory modules plus a number of specialist modules.
Throughout the diploma, participants will explore a wide range of subjects related to sport and exercise science, including anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, research methods, fitness testing, and exercise programming. They will gain a thorough understanding of the physiological, psychological, and biomechanical factors that influence human performance and health. Learners will attend classroom-based sessions where they will study key topics such as exercise physiology, sports nutrition, psychology of sport and exercise, biomechanics principles, and research methods. They will also have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and fitness facilities at SRC, where they can apply their knowledge through practical experiments, fitness assessments, data analysis, and exercise prescription.
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