Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)

Semester 1

Week beginning 22 September 2025

• Monday
  • 11am to 12pm
  • 12pm to 2pm
  • 3pm to 4pm
  • 4pm to 6pm

• Tuesday
  • 3pm to 6pm

• Wednesday
  • 9am to 12pm

Full details of your individual academic timetable, including Semester 2 timetable which may differ, will be available via your university email calendar after you have completed online enrolment and set up your student login.

This activity aims to help students to understand why physical activity is an important human behaviour.

This will be taught in greater depth throughout your modules

1. View the Physical Activity Guidelines for the UK and open the UK Chief Medical Officers’ report (2019) available here: Physical activity guidelines – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
2. Read the ‘Introduction’ chapter (p.12-p.20) of the UK Chief Medical Officers’ report. After reading the section you should answer the following questions:
   • Why is sedentary behaviour important as well as physical activity?
   • What types of physical activity are important for our health? Does all activity matter? Is exercise and sport important?
   • What are the links between physical activity and health? State the health benefits of physical activity mentioned in this report
3. View the Physical Activity Guidelines for the adults in the UK. You can find the infographic for adult physical activity from the gov.uk website here: Physical activity guidelines – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). How active should adults be? Answer the following questions
   • How many minutes should adults be active for per week?
   • What types of activity should adults be doing to benefit health? And at what intensities?
   • Are there any specific types of activities adults should be doing and why should they be done?

• Monday 15 September
• 10:30am to 1pm, Room ED007/ED012, and;
• 2pm to 5pm, Room ED007/ED012

IMPORTANT: Please bring your photo ID with you to complete the ID verification check for Student Finance confirmation.

• Thursday 18 September
• 9:30am to 1:30pm
• Start in room ED007, then trip to reservoir

• Prof Tony Myers

• Dr Ibrahim Akubat
• Dr Alex Powell
• Kat Whelan
• Dr Mark Holland

The modules you will be studying are;

SPU412: Exploring Sport, Exercise & Physical Activity

This module explores the key skills required for studying at university. Within 3 hours of contact time per week, we will explore your strengths and develop new skills to help your university career. This module encourages you to reflect on your skills and work together in a series of interactive sessions. It also develops your skills in using AI and investigating things that interest you.

• 3 hours of in-person contact sessions per week.

SPU414: Sport & Exercise Biomechanics

This module introduces human anatomy, function, and systems related to exercise. Using knowledge from physiology and biomechanics, this module is taught in our Human Performance Laboratory and uses lecture and practical sessions.

• 3 hours of in-person contact sessions per week.

SPU405: Pedagogy of PE & Coaching

This module focuses on the knowledge and practice related to Physical Education and Sports Coaching. You will have the opportunity to discuss the role of Physical Education teachers and sports coaches. Throughout the module, there will be opportunities to apply theoretical constructs to practical situations.

• 1 hour of in-person lecture per week plus 2 hours of in-person practical sessions fortnightly.

SPU417: Introduction to Sport & Exercise Psychology

This module will explore human psychology and its influence on participation and engagement in various physical activity contexts. We will use lectures and practical seminars to explore your experiences in sport and exercise.

• 3 hours of in-person contact sessions per week.