Module Descriptors
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY FOR HEALTH AND DISEASE PREVENTION
SPOR70356
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 7
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 8
Independent Study Hours: 142
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Texts
Hardman E, Stensel D.J (2003. Physical activity and health: the evidence explained. Routledge. ISBN 0 415 27071 5.
McKenna J, Riddoch C (Eds). (2003).
Perspectives on health and exercise. Palgrave Macmillan. ISBN 0 333 78700 5
Additional reading will be given each week throughout the module and in the learning pack.
McKenna J, Riddoch C (Eds). (2003).
Perspectives on health and exercise. Palgrave Macmillan. ISBN 0 333 78700 5
Additional reading will be given each week throughout the module and in the learning pack.
Module Indicative Content
This module will present a broad overview of the scientific evidence of the health benefits of physical activity. The anthropological and biological implications for a sedentary lifestyle are briefly reviewed. The historical background and some of the main concepts of epidemiology in relation to physical activity will be illustrated using landmark research studies. The cause-effect relationship between physical inactivity, disease, mortality and quality of life will be presented. The role of physical activity in the primary prevention and treatment (secondary prevention) of the following chronic diseases will be presented; cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders (obesity, type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance syndrome), osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
At the end of the module, there will be an optional 1-day face-to-face workshops which will include presentations by specialists in physical activity, discussion groups and case studies, and feedback on the assignment.
At the end of the module, there will be an optional 1-day face-to-face workshops which will include presentations by specialists in physical activity, discussion groups and case studies, and feedback on the assignment.
Module Learning Strategies
The module will be delivered via Blackboard and is organised around 8 weeks of activities and tasks, and 1 week of reading and reflection.
Each activity will include introductory material using a range of formats, and then be followed by a series of weekly tasks to complete individually.
Each activity will include introductory material using a range of formats, and then be followed by a series of weekly tasks to complete individually.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Additional Assessment Information:
Students will be required to complete 1 pieces of summative assessment.
Position statement from a UK perspective of the benefits of physical activity for one of the following;
a) atherosclerosis and blood lipid profile
b) mechanobiology and bone mineral content
c) blood glucose control and insulin sensitivity
(3,000 words max.100%). LO?s 1-3
Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback.
Students will be required to complete 1 pieces of summative assessment.
Position statement from a UK perspective of the benefits of physical activity for one of the following;
a) atherosclerosis and blood lipid profile
b) mechanobiology and bone mineral content
c) blood glucose control and insulin sensitivity
(3,000 words max.100%). LO?s 1-3
Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback.
Module Resources
PC of suitable specification to support Bb and WWW access