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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Sport and Exercise in Public Health | |||
| Reference | HS2151 | Version | 1 |
| Created | May 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 8 |
| Approved | June 2021 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 7.5 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| This module aims to increase awareness of health inequalities as well as the concepts of public health and the role of sport and exercise therein. The module will seek to introduce students to key sociological perspectives of sport and exercise within society. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Describe the concepts, theories and models of health. |
| 2 | Explain the factors that influence population health and the links with health inequalities. |
| 3 | Explain sociological perspectives regarding the role of sport and exercise for health and wellbeing. |
| 4 | Discuss the contemporary issues relating to the role of sport exercise and physical activity within public health. |
| 5 | Demonstrate the necessary professionalism through attendance at learning opportunities required for safe practice. |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| Theories and models of health; social policy and health; health inequalities; Sociological perspectives; evaluation of health development/improvement initiatives; sport, exercise and physical activity policies; effect of sport, exercise and physical activity on population health, well-being and quality of life; The impact of different societal influences on motivators and barriers; Review the health and wellbeing of populations; Behaviour change; Global and national health concerns; Factors influencing population health |
| Module Delivery |
|---|
| Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include Digital Learning Resources, Tutorials and Workshops. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 30 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 120 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Patchwork assessment | ||||
| Component 2 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 0% | Outcomes Assessed: | 5 |
| Description: | Minimal module attendance requirement of 80% | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 grade based on grading proforma. Component 2 is a minimum modular attendance requirement of 80% | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | Component 1 A; Component 2 Pass |
| B | Component 1 B; Component 2 Pass |
| C | Component 1 C; Component 2 Pass |
| D | Component 1 D; Component 2 Pass |
| E | Component 1 E; Component 2 Pass |
| F | Component 1 F and/or fails Component 2 |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | Successful completion of Stage 1 of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course, or equivalent. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | SCRIVEN, A., EWLES, L. & SIMNETT, I., 2017. Promoting health: a practical guide. 7th ed. Elsevier. |
| 2 | NAIDOO, J. & WILLS, J., 2016. .Foundations for Health Promotion. 4th ed. Elsevier. |
| 3 | PHILLIPS, J. and HOOKE, J., 1998. The sport of debating: winning skills and strategies. Indiana: UNSW Press. |