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Department for Health Programme Catalogue 2019/0


UHHL-AFM18: MSci(Hons) Health and Exercise Science

Leading to the award of MASTER IN SCIENCE IN HEALTH AND EXERCISE SCIENCE

Mode of attendance: Full-time

Normal programme duration: 4 years


Click here for further information Possible DAPs for this programme:

  • UHHL-AFB18: BSc (Hons) Health and Exercise Science
  • UHHL-AFB19: BSc(Hons) Health and Exercise Science Studies

Please see your programme handbook for circumstances where transfer to DAP may be permitted/required.

  

Click here for further informationPossible exit awards for this programme:



Year 1

Click here for further information NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:
  • Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
  • Main assessment regulations: Appendix 15 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 16 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view.
  • Part 1 Stage 1 of this programme contributes 0% towards the final award classification


Academic Year: Part 1 Stage 1
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL10182 Human physiology 12 credits       [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Semester 1: Part 1 Stage 1
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL10034 Functional anatomy 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL10036 Introduction to sport & exercise psychology 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL10040 Introduction to research design and statistics 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL10499 Introduction to public health 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Semester 2: Part 1 Stage 1
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL10038 Introduction to human biomechanics 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL10183 Professional development 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL10355 Research design for the social sciences 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL10501 Introduction to the social study of health 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2019/20 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2020/21 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.


Year 2

Click here for further information NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:
  • Transfer to DAP is not possible from this programme year.
  • Main assessment regulations: Appendix 23 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 24 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view.
  • Part 2 Stage 2 of this programme contributes 16% towards the final award classification


Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 2
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL20107 Advancing research design and statistics 12 credits       [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Semester 1: Part 2 Stage 2
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL20505 Physiology, nutrition and health 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL20506 Epidemiology in public health 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL20507 Clinical and functional assessment tools 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits

Optional Units: Select 1 unit from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL20042 Psychological dynamics of sport 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL20104 Introduction to sport medicine 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL20416 Sociology of sport, health & the body 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
MN10545 Organisational behaviour 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
MN20072 Managing human resources 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
MN20074 Digital business innovation 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Semester 2: Part 2 Stage 2
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL20045 Psychology of exercise and health 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL20508 Evidence-based policy and practice 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL20509 Critical skills for health practitioners 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits

Optional Units: Select 1 unit from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL20504 Motor control and learning 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL20510 Health education and communication 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
MN10248 Introduction to accounting 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
MN20073 Marketing 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2019/20 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2020/21 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.


Year 3

Click here for further information NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:
  • Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
  • Main assessment regulations: Appendix 23 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 24 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view.
  • Part 2 Stage 3 of this programme contributes 34% towards the final award classification


Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 3
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL40481 Research design and project preparation 12 credits       [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Semester 1: Part 2 Stage 3
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL30044 Physiology of exercise and health 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL30155 Applying psychology to physical activity and health 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits

Designated Essential Units: Select 2 units from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL30054 Nutrition & metabolism 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL30511 Health technologies 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL30512 Advanced issues in physical activity, health & the body 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Semester 2: Part 2 Stage 3
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL30513 Contemporary public health issues 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL30514 Exercise prescription 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits

Designated Essential Units: Select 2 units from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL30515 Nutrition and health 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL30516 Psychology of physical sensation 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL40482 Advanced quantitative and qualitative data analyses 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2019/20 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2020/21 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.


Year 4

Click here for further information NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:
  • Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
  • Main assessment regulations: Appendix 27 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 28 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view.
  • Part 3 Stage 4 of this programme contributes 50% towards the final award classification


Academic Year: Part 3 Stage 4
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL40484 Research project 24 credits       [equivalent to 48 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Semester 1: Part 3 Stage 4
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL40485 Disability sport & exercise 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits

Designated Essential Units: Select a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 2 units from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL40156 Integrative exercise physiology 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL40486 Psychology of sport and performance excellence 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL40517 Advanced health policy 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits

Designated Essential Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list:
NB. Students may not repeat a unit already taken in a previous year of study
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL30054 Nutrition & metabolism 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL30511 Health technologies 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL30512 Advanced issues in physical activity, health & the body 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Semester 2: Part 3 Stage 4
Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL40059 Physical activity and health across the lifespan 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits

Designated Essential Units: Select a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 2 units from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL40483 Scientific basis of strength and power training 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL40488 Advanced studies in physical activity motivation 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits

Designated Essential Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list:
NB. Students may not repeat a unit already taken in a previous year of study
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
HL30062 Interdisciplinary study 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL30515 Nutrition and health 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits
HL30516 Psychology of physical sensation 6 credits       [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] Further information on credits


Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2019/20 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2020/21 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.