Level 7 Core

Level 7

Programme Structure

<ul>
<li>a minimum 2:1 in Sport Science, Dietetics or Nutrition.</li>
</ul>
or
<ul>
<li>another relevant degree and/or considerable applied experience.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>a minimum 2:1 in Sport Science, Dietetics or Nutrition.</li>
</ul>
or
<ul>
<li>another relevant degree and/or considerable applied experience.</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>practical applied experience in sports nutrition and/or an obvious desire to pursue a career in sports nutrition</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>practical applied experience in sports nutrition and/or an obvious desire to pursue a career in sports nutrition</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>RPL is accepted on this programme</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>RPL is accepted on this programme</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

<ul>
<li>IELTS score 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component)</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>IELTS score 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component)</li>
</ul> Offerings: All

Assess energy intake and expenditure in athletes and demonstrate a critical understanding of the limitations of the chosen techniques.

-->Intercultural

Intercultural

-->Numerical literacy

Numerical literacy

-->Problem solving

Problem solving

Assimilate, integrate and critically discuss research findings.

-->Leadership

Leadership

-->Creativity

Creativity

Critically evaluate the appropriateness of a research design.

Apply report and interpret a range of data analysis procedures.

-->Digital capability

Digital capability

-->Organisation

Organisation

-->Communication

Communication

Critically evaluate the need for reflective practice and demonstrate reflection within sports nutrition consultancy

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the effects of drug and supplement usage in sport alongside a comprehensive understanding of anti-doping rules and regulations.

Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of research methods applicable to sport nutrition and an ability to design, implement and interpret novel research projects in sport nutrition.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of exercise biochemistry supported by classical and contemporary literature.

Develop and implement effective sport nutrition advice to athletes

-->Collaboration

Collaboration

Implement knowledge of evidence based nutrition and apply this to the management of athletes' needs.

Develop note taking and interviewing techniques when working with athletes

Communicate effectively with peers and members of the sports community.	

Recognise and describe problems, plan and implement solutions.

Accurately assess body composition of athletes

Use IT to prepare, process and present information.

Apply problem solving skills to the nutritional care of athletes.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental principles of sport nutrition supported by in-depth critical knowledge of classical and contemporary literature.

Critically evaluate data analysis procedures.

Communicate effectively and work with athletes and coaching staff

Demonstrate a comprehensive and critical understanding of sport nutrition techniques.

Produce a piece of independent research in journal article format.

Course Catalogue

Sport Nutrition - 36872 - MSc