Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Sport and Exercise Sciences

Learning Methods

Lecture
Seminar

Module Offerings

5113SSLN-JAN-CTY

Aims

The aim of this module is to examine the role of sport and physical activity in relation to health across the lifespan (from childhood to old age).

Learning Outcomes

1.
Evaluate the health-related impact of sport and physical activity on health across the lifecycle
2.
Evaluate the solutions to removing physical activity barriers experienced throughout the lifecycle
3.
Interpret and appraise the various opportunities available to undertake health benefiting activity across the lifecycle

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Evaluation of the health-related impact of sport, physical activity and lifestyle choices upon health and wellbeing to maximise participation. Promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyles. Delivering physical activity solutions to barriers to physical activity & motivating factors relating to physical activity in populations of all ages. The relationship between sport, activity and holistic health and wellbeing at different points across the lifespan. Interpret and appraise the current and future role of sport and physical activity opportunities for improving health and wellbeing of the whole population.
Module Overview:
The aim of this module is to examine the role of sport and physical activity in relation to health across the lifespan (from childhood to old age).
Additional Information:This module is intended to develop an understanding of the fundamental role of sport and physical activity within health across the lifecycle. By considering the relationship between and the similarities and differences between the two, it is intended that students will be able to appraise this role further

Assessments

Essay
Presentation