Module Title:Sport and Physical Activity for Health and Wellbeing
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:8
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Students will be taught using a combination of lectures, interactive Q&A, group discussion, peer learning activities and practical intervention sessions. The practical classes will provide students with the opportunity to develop their programme planning, design and hands-on implementation skills in sport, exercise and physical activity for specific populations. The module will also include a significant contribution of independent learning which will involve reflective practice, self-assessment, preparation for classes, review of class materials, independent reading and research in the area to support their continuing professional development.
Module Aim: The aim of this module is to develop students' knowledge and understanding of the role of sport and physical activity for health and well-being, the factors affecting sport and physical activity participation, and the skills involved in the design and implementation of evidence-based practical interventions for specific populations.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Explore the role of sport, exercise and physical activity for health and well-being in special populations including people with disabilities
LO2 Critically appraise current physical activity guidelines and investigate the factors affecting exercise uptake, participation and adherence in special populations
LO3 Design and implement safe and effective physical activity intervention programmes for special populations, to include appropriate screening and testing to meet individual needs, abilities and limitations
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
Successful completion of year 2 or equivalent
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Indicative content
The effects of sport, exercise and physical activity on physical and mental health and well-being in special populations
Indicative content
Physical activity guidelines for special populations
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Physiological and psychological considerations for exercise with special populations
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Adapted physical activity
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Design and implementation of safe, effective and inclusive interventions to improve physical and mental well-being in special populations
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Barriers, motivators and facilitators involved in physical activity uptake, participation and adherence in special populations
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Community engagement interventions with special populations
Assessment Breakdown%
Project50.00%
Practical50.00%
No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Project Project 1,2,3 50.00 n/a
Practical
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation Practical 1,2,3 50.00 n/a
No End of Module Formal Examination

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00
Practicals 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00
Independent Learning 15 Weeks per Stage 5.13
Total Hours 125.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_SASPS_B Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sport and Exercise Science 5 Mandatory