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Overview
In this Sports Medicine, Health and Wellbeing module at University of Stirling, students will explore the influence and impact of diet and exercise on health, well-being and the prevention of some diseases and the relevance of sports nutrition in athletic performance. The lecturers on the module include an expert on exercise physiology and muscle biology and a sports dietitian with experience working with professional athletes and industry.
On completion of this module students will be able to:
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of the relationship between nutrition, physical activity, and health and be able to advise the general population on healthy food/activity choices.
- Describe the methods and analysis available for assessing energy intake, energy expenditure and body composition.
- Demonstrate a variety of skills and techniques that are specialised to measure body composition.
- Interpret and critically evaluate the data from different methods of assessing energy intake and output.
- Present an analysis of nutrition/activity datasets through a scientific report.
Programme Structure
Curriculum includes:
- The lectures will be delivered online. Practical skill lab sessions and seminars will be face to face. The module will be assessed through coursework (1 summative, 1 formative) and final exam (essay type questions - summative).
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT OR
80
OR 4
PTE Academic 60
IELTS 6
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Credits
20 alternative credits
Delivered
Blended
Campus Location
- Stirling, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Health Sciences Sport and Exercise Science View 570 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
80
OR 4
PTE Academic 60
IELTS 6
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Other requirements
General requirements
Students will need to have taken the following modules:
- Anatomy and Physiology 1;
- Anatomy and Physiology 2.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents3950 GBP / year≈ 3950 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents303 GBP / year≈ 303 GBP / year
Living costs
Stirling
United Kingdom
660 - 1140 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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