Bahrke, M.S. and Yesalis, C.E. (2002) Performance Enhancing Substances in Sport and Exercise. Human Kinetics.
Mottram, D. R. (2015) Drugs in Sport. (6th ed.) London: Routledge
Williams, M. H. (1998) The Ergogenics Edge. Human Kinetics.
Yesalis, C. (2000) Anabolic Steroids in Sport and Exercise. Human Kinetics.

The module aims to provide students with an advanced level of knowledge in the area of use and abuse of drugs in sport. The development of the abuse of drugs in sport and the position of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and other governing bodies will be considered. A global perspective is essential to this area of study. The abuse and effectiveness of various selected physiological and pharmacological ergogenic aids will be considered e.g. anabolic steroids, amphetamines, caffeine, blood doping and EPO. The role and effectiveness of doping control procedures will feature throughout the module.

Effective study of this area requires a multi-disciplinary approach including physiological, psychological, sociological, biomechanical and historical perspectives.

This module provides students with an opportunity to develop important life-long skills in an interesting, topical and global scenario.

An EXAM (seen) length 1 HOUR weighted at 50%. A Seminar Presentation weighted at 50%.

Students will be required to complete 2 pieces of summative assessment:

1. A 30 minute seminar presentation (assesses LOs 1 and 2), worth 50% of the overall module mark.
2. A 60 minute timed essay from seen question in examination conditions (assesses LO 3), worth 50% of the overall module mark. Final Assessment.

Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment:
Early in the module students will be given to opportunity to undertake a presentation in a group. This will enable then to practice and receive feedback on their presentation skills. Students should reflect on their personal presentation skills and will be given individual feedback by the tutor.

Practice essay sessions will be used to develop the ability to express themselves clearly and to construct well informed arguments.


PLEASE NOTE ALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENTS FOR Semester 2 2020/21 DUE TO COVID-19 AS FOLLOWS:

Essay - 1500 words (COVID-19 2020/21) - 50%
Submission of Powerpoint and notes (COVID-19 2020/21) - 50%

None

Appropriately and adequately equipped lecture theatre
Appropriately and adequately equipped workshop / seminar room (with powerpoint)
Appropriately and adequately stocked library facilities.
Internet access sufficient to access blackboard

1. DESCRIBE, SYNTHESISE, INTERPRET AND ANALYSE INFORMATION TO BE ABLE TO PRESENT A WELL INFORMED SEMINAR ON A CHOSEN TOPIC.
Enquiry
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning

2. DEMONSTRATE EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION SKILLS OF DRUGS AND SPORT ISSUES, WITH A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE.
Analysis
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding

3. DEMONSTRATE AN ABILITY TO RECALL AND USE INFORMATION IN A CRITICAL MANNER TO PRODUCE AN INFORMED ESSAY UNDER A TIME RESTRICTION.
Analysis
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding

Contact Hours: (36) A tutor led lecture series and 4 x 2hr tutor/student led workshops on presentation skills, practice presentations and essay writing skills. A series of student led (assessed) presentations on contemprary topics in drugs in Sport. Independent Study Hours: (114) 24 hours of tutor directed reading and searching for information 36 hours preparation for seminar presentation 36 hours preparation for seen examination 18 hours student led independent study

The module aims to provide you with an advanced level of knowledge in the area of use and abuse of drugs in sport. The development of the abuse of drugs in sport and the position of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and other governing bodies will be considered. A global perspective is essential to this area of study. The abuse and effectiveness of various selected physiological and pharmacological ergogenic aids will be considered e.g. anabolic steroids, amphetamines, caffeine, blood doping and EPO. The role and effectiveness of doping control procedures will feature throughout the module.

Effective study of this area requires a multi-disciplinary approach including physiological, psychological, sociological, biomechanical and historical perspectives.

This module will provide you with an opportunity to develop important life-long skills in an interesting, topical and global scenario.