Description
This course will be taught in a variety of ways, including traditional lecture, tutorial and practical sessions; although most content will be taught in practical settings.This course aims to:
Develop understanding of professionals and professionalism within a sport and exercise context.
Develop and understanding of the role of self development and reflection.
Consider aspects of employment incl. roles and types.
Develop understanding of recruitment processes to employment in sport and exercise science.
There are 4 learning outcomes for this course:
LO1: Understanding the skills and qualities required to succeed as a sport and exercise science professional.
LO2: Awareness of different career paths in sport and exercise science including: self employment, research, education, public sector, commercial sector.
LO3: Understanding of professional bodies, their role in society, how they develop the profession and serve the society.
LO4: Develop deep awareness of personal strengths, weaknesses and motivations.