This wide-ranging module provides an engaging introduction to Sports and Exercise Science, including its history, growth and future. It’s your chance to learn about the overarching role of Sports and Exercise Science in public health, disease management, elite performance, and recreational sports and activities. You will gain an awareness of research, professionalism and potential career opportunities as we educate, excite and inspire you. As you embark on your academic and career journey within this exciting field, we’ll also ensure that you understand and adhere to professional conduct requirements.
The lecture series is accompanied by workshops based around the role of Sports and Exercise Scientists. The combination of lectures, workshops, and Human Performance Laboratory sessions provides you with an insight into Lancaster’s various learning environments and to the way we will put theory into practice. The Human Performance Laboratory sessions will focus on working safely in the Sport and Exercise Sciences.