Course overview
This course will introduce students to the evolving discipline of human movement, exercise and sport science including its academic subdisciplines and how these relate to a range of professional roles, responsibilities and requirements. Introduction to the human movement, exercise and sport science academic subdisciplines including exercise physiology, motor behaviour, sport and exercise psychology, and biomechanics. Evaluation of personal values and beliefs, and exploration of the current state of health, fitness, exercise and sport related industries, professions and professional qualification schemes (Australia and internationally) to guide the design of a comprehensive professional development plan
Course learning outcomes
- Identify the core responsibilities and requirements of human movement, exercise and sport science professions.
- Develop foundational knowledge related to human movement, exercise and sport science subdisciplines and apply it in practically relevant contexts.
- Evaluate self-interests, values and competencies and align to a prospective career within the human movement, health, and sport and exercise science industries to commence career development.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 25725
Section TU08
Size 25
Available 21
Class number 31265
Section TU07
Size 25
Available 20
Class number 31266
Section TU06
Size 25
Available 14
Class number 31267
Section TU05
Size 25
Available 23
Class number 31269
Section TU03
Size 25
Available 21
Class number 31270
Section TU02
Size 25
Available 19
Class number 31271
Section TU01
Size 25
Available 23
Class number 31264
Section LE01
Size 150
Available 116
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