Principles of Biomechanics

This captivating module provides you with a strong foundation of knowledge in biomechanics. You will learn underpinning theory, and how biomechanical assessments are used in sport and exercise. This module includes a combination lectures, workshops and practicals in which you will explore the science around how and why the human body moves as it does. You will learn about biomechanics from the perspectives of performance enhancement and injury reduction, drawing on an understanding of how human movement changes in response to the demands of exercise and sport.

To align with the applied skills you will learn, the assessment provides you with the opportunity to showcase your competency in conducting a biomechanical assessment with a client. You will also complete a written portfolio on biomechanical assessment, and weekly online tests to consolidate learning.