BSc (Hons) Sports & Exercise Rehabilitation
STUDENT PROGRAMME HANDBOOK
2011/12
School of Health and Social Sciences
Programme Leader: Earle Abrahamson
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CONTENTS
University and Programme Academic Calendar.............................................................................. 4
WELCOME TO THE SCHOOL ....................................................................................................... 7
Welcome from the Dean ................................................................................................................. 7
Jan Williams..................................................................................................................................... 7
WELCOME TO YOUR PROGRAMME ........................................................................................... 8
Programme Leader’s Welcome ....................................................................................................... 8
Purpose and status of your student handbook ................................................................................ 9
Programme staff list and contact details ....................................................................................... 10
Bridging Materials ......................................................................................................................... 12
Programme Structure Diagram – .................................................................................................. 12
Attendance requirements .............................................................................................................. 15
Assessment schedule ................................................................................................................... 16
Assessment Officer support .......................................................................................................... 16
Professional, statutory and/or regulatory body requirements ........................................................ 16
Placements ................................................................................................................................... 17
Careers Service ............................................................................................................................ 18
Learner Development Unit ............................................................................................................ 21
Learning Resources ...................................................................................................................... 21
Assessment Feedback .................................................................................................................. 23
Personal Development Planning ................................................................................................... 25
What to expect during your first year ............................................................................................. 25
Progressing on your programme ................................................................................................... 26
COMMUNICATION ....................................................................................................................... 29
Accessing your own records including your timetable and letter requests .................................... 29
24-7 ............................................................................................................................................... 29
Middlesex e-mail – your account for life ........................................................................................ 30
What is OASISPlus? ..................................................................................................................... 30
OASISPlus (how it is used in relation to the programme) ............................................................. 30
SUPPORT ..................................................................................................................................... 32
Academic Support ......................................................................................................................... 32
Counselling ................................................................................................................................... 32
Disability Support Service ............................................................................................................. 33
Health, Safety and Welfare ........................................................................................................... 34
Middlesex University Students’ Union – The Student Voice of Middlesex..................................... 34
Financial Issues ............................................................................................................................ 35
QUALITY OF YOUR PROGRAMME AND EXPERIENCE ........................................................... 37
Quality assurance and enhancement of your programme ............................................................. 37
Feedback from you ....................................................................................................................... 37
Campus Forums............................................................................................................................ 38
Student representatives ................................................................................................................ 38
School Board of Study .................................................................................................................. 39
Programme evaluation forms ........................................................................................................ 39
National Student Survey (NSS) ..................................................................................................... 39
Suggestions and Complaints ........................................................................................................ 40
APPENDICES ............................................................................................................................... 40
A. Accessing University IT systems .............................................................................................. 41
B. Programme Specification and Curriculum Map for BSc Hons Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation43
C. Module Narratives .................................................................................................................... 57
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University and Programme Academic Calendar
Week
Beginning
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20 Sep AB1
23 Sep MOD
27 Sep PPC
27/28 Sep AIR
29 Sep-2 Oct INT
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Graduation Ceremonies
resit exams
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marking
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3 Sep CWK
18 Sep AB1
21 Sep MOD
boards
25 Sep PPC
25-26 Sep AIR
27 Sep-30 Sep INT
27 Sep PROG
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5 Oct FIN
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Learning Framework Term Dates
Autumn Term
10 Oct - 16 Dec 2011
Winter Term
9 Jan - 30 Mar 2012
Spring Term
Summer Term
16 Apr - 20 Jul 2012
23 Jul - 5 Oct 2012 (11 weeks)
(10 learning
weeks)
(12 learning
weeks)
(14 learning
weeks)
Student Attendance Dates (Sep starters)
3 Oct - 16 Dec (11
wks)
(new students)
10 Oct - 16 Dec (10
wks)
(returning students)
9 Jan - 30 Mar (12
wks)
16 Apr - 29 Jun (11
wks)
UG only
16 Apr - 12 Oct
PG only
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WELCOME TO THE SCHOOL
Welcome from the Dean
Welcome to the University and to the School of Health and Social Sciences. This programme
handbook should be treated as though it is our contract with you – keep it safely so that you
may refer to it throughout your time here at Middlesex. It contains an overview of the
framework of your programme and the content of its modules and signposts key contacts and
information you need to progress your studies and to get the most out of student life.
From our side we will deliver the best student experience we can so that you can build on your
skills and knowledge and fulfil your full potential. In return we expect you to engage actively in
the learning process, to be fully committed to your studies and determined to succeed.
In your early weeks, this includes reading through this handbook and consulting the other
information sources flagged here. You are not expected to absorb everything in detail, but to
be aware of the main resource documents and their contents. In particular as an enrolled
Middlesex student, you have certain rights but also specific responsibilities. See the full
University Regulations http://www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations
in particular ‘University
Membership’, and if you have not already done so, explore http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk, the
student portal which contains detailed advice and support to assist you further.
We know it takes time to settle in to University life. If you still have questions to ask, your first
port of call should be your Student Office. Staff there will be pleased to help and direct you.
We wish you well in your future studies. Here at Middlesex we are very proud of our
academic programmes and students and we look forward to meeting you.
Jan Williams
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WELCOME TO YOUR PROGRAMME
Programme Leader’s Welcome
Welcome to the Sport and Exercise Science subject area in general and the Sports and
Exercise Rehabilitation degree programme in particular. We hope you find this Handbook
helpful and informative. It was designed to provide you with as much relevant information
about the Sports rehabilitation degree programme as possible so that you can engage fully in
your studies. The Handbook contains sections, which summarise the policies and regulations
pertaining to the programme, structure of the programme, and the content of each module as
well as information on student code of conduct. If you have any queries about individual
modules or the overall programme, do not hesitate to contact a member of the programme
team. Please ask.
During the induction week, members of staff will go through the main policies with you.
Please ensure that you keep the handbook in a safe place. Your programme is governed by
the policies within the handbook. This year you will receive an additional welcome pack,
designed to summarise the main policies and procedures of the department and your
programme. Please use this quick start to remind you of the policies but remember this
handbook contains a detailed overview of the programme and should be read and referred to
regularly throughout your years of study.
This year sees the introduction of the new programme suite for sport sciences. The sports
rehabilitation degree programme has been reformed to better accommodate employment
specific criteria and professional practice competencies such as clinical reasoning and
decision making skills. The new programme begins with a foundation knowledge of core
anatomical, biomechanical and sports science specific modules, which are advanced and
applied in the clinical modules in year 2 and 3 of the programme. Work placement is central to
the programme and has been embedded and incorporated into year 1 and 3 to provide you
with an opportunity for experiential and reflective learning.
We hope you will enjoy your time at Middlesex University and we wish you every success in
your studies.
Please note that this handbook is subject to change. All information contained herein
was correct at the time of publication. The responsibility rests with you to check the
updates to the handbook on OASISplus
Earle Abrahamson
Director of Programmes for Sport
Programme Leader Sports Rehabilitation
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Purpose and status of your student handbook
The purpose of this handbook is to provide you with information about your Programme of
study and to direct you to other general information about studying at Middlesex University.
This handbook must be read in conjunction with the University Regulations at
www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/ The material in this handbook is as accurate as possible at the
date of production.
Your comments on any improvements to this handbook are welcome - please put them in
writing (with name of handbook) to (Earle Abrahamson)
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Programme staff list and contact details
Teaching staff
Full-time members of Staff
Title/name
Base
Tel:
E-Mail:
Title/name
Base
Tel
E-Mail
Title/name
Base
Tel
E-Mail
Title/name
Earle Abrahamson (EA) (Director of Programmes:
Sport)
B Phys Ed, BA Hons, MA
Programme Leader in Sports Rehabilitation
Town Hall Annex T304
Hendon
020 8411 4720
e.abrahamson@mdx.ac.uk
Phil Barter (PB)
BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE,
Senior Lecturer
Hendon
Town Hall Annex T304
020 8411 4671
p.barter@mdx.ac.uk
Rhonda Cohen (RC)
BA (Hons), MSc, PGCHE, CPscyhol, CSci
Head of the London Sport institute
Town Hall Annex T305
Hendon
020 8411 2651
r.x.cohen@mdx.ac.uk
Tel
Jon Cree (JC)
BSc (Hons), GSR, MSc
Lecturer
Hendon
Town Hall Annex T304
020 8411 4667
E-Mail
J.Cree@mdx.ac.uk
Title/name
Sheila Cunningham (SC)
RN, BSc(Hons), PgDip, MSc
Principal Lecturer
Hendon
Town Hall Annex 1st floor
0208 411 2687
s.cunningham@mdx.ac.uk
Base
Base
Room
Tel
E-Mail
Title/name
Base
Tel
E-Mail
Title/name
Base
Tel
E-Mail
Dr. Lygeri Dimitriou (LD)
BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD
Human Performance Lab Manager and Lecturer
Human Performance Laboratory
Archway Campus Highgate Hill, London N19 5LW
020 8411 4355
l.dimitriou@mdx.ac.uk
Stuart Miller (SM)
BSc (Hons),MSc
Lecturer
Hendon
Town Hall Annex T304
020 8411 4667
S.Milller@mdx.ac.uk
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Title/name
Base
Tel
E-Mail
Title/name
Base
Tel:
E-Mail:
Anthony Turner (AT)
BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE
Senior Lecturer
Hendon
Town Hall Annex T304
020 8411 4667
a.n.turner@mdx.ac.uk
Robert Walsh (RW)
BSc(Hons), MSc,PGCHE, GSR
Senior Lecturer Sports Rehabilitation
Hendon
Town hall Annex T304
020 8411 5205
r.j.walsh@mdx.ac.uk
Technicians
Title/name
Base
Tel
E-Mail
Title/name
Base
Tel
E-Mail
Ian Grant (IG)
BSc (Hons), MSc
Human Performance Lab Technician
Human Performance Laboratory
Archway Campus Highgate Hill, London N19 5LW
020 8411 4355
I.Grant@mdx.ac.uk
Barry Malone (BM)
BSc (Hons), GSR
Lab Technician
Hendon Campus
Hatchcroft Building, H204
020 8411 4206
B.malone@mdx.ac.uk
Administrators
Title/name
Base
Tel
Email
Title/name
Base
Tel
Email
Colin Allison BA (Hons),
Department Administrator,
Hendon Campus,
Town Hall, Annex T303
0208 411 6261
c.allison@mdx.ac.uk;
Russell Freedman MBA LLB PG Cert HE,
Department Administrator,
Hendon Campus,
Town Hall, Annex T303
0208 411 6261
r.freedman@hotmail.com
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Bridging Materials
Prior to entry you will have received access to the ‘My Middlesex/getting started’ and ‘My
Programme’ materials on OASISPlus. The ‘My Middlesex/getting started’ materials will have
given you an insight into studying at Middlesex University, what is expected of you as a
student of Middlesex and also what to expect from the university. Information on the services
and facilities to support your studies and transition to student life can also be found here.
The My Programme materials provide an introduction to many aspects of your programme
including; your programme team, the first year modules you will be studying, assessments
methods in year 1 and also hints and tips from previous students studying on that programme.
Programme Structure Diagram –
BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Rehablitation Year 1
SES1240
Fundementals of
Anatomy &
Human Movement
30 Credits
SES1244
Professional Skills
& Clinical
Experience
30 Credits
SES1241
Fundamentals of
Health & Fitness
Training
30 Credits
SES1243
Fundamentals of
Sport & Exercise
Science
30 Credits
BSc Sport & Exercise Rehablitation Year 2
SES2203
Applied
Approches to
sport & Exercise
Research
30 Credits
SES2222
Applied
Physiology &
Biomechanics
30 Credits
SES2223
Corrective &
Assessment
Exercise
30 Credits
SES2224
Sports Injuries &
Therapeutics
30 Credits
BSc Sport & Exercise Rehablitation Year 3
SES3330
Research Project
30 Credits
SES3901
Professional
Practice III
30 Credits
SES3341
Advanced soft
tissue Clinical
Skils
30 Credits
SES3111
Advanced
Musculoskeletal
Clinical Skills
30 Credits
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Change to levels of modules and programmes
Middlesex University will change the way it describes the levels of its modules and
programmes. The university will adopt the widely used Framework for Higher Education
Qualifications (FHEQ) levels, as defined in the table below. The new level structure will be
fully adopted across the university by September 2011. Until then you may experience some
inconsistency in the description of module levels.
Description
Foundation level
Certificate level
Intermediate level
Honours level
Masters level
Doctoral level
New Middlesex University
/ FHEQ levels
(from Sep 2011)
3
4
5
6
7
8
Current Middlesex
University levels
0
1
2
3
4
5
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Module Information
Learning Narratives: This is what you will be studying. Every attempt has been
made to ensure this information is correct at the time of publishing however
additional information may be provided in the handbook given to you for the
specified module. Module handbooks are given out within the two weeks of classes
starting and are available on OASISPlus.
Module
Page
SES1244 Professional Skills and Clinical Experience
SES1240 Fundamentals of Anatomy and Human Movement
SES1243 Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Science
SES1241 Fundamentals of Health and Fitness
57
59
61
64
SES2203 Applied Sport Science and Research Methods
SES2224 Sports Injuries and Therapeutics
SES2223 Assessment and Corrective Exercise
SES2222 Applied Biomechanics and Physiology
68
70
73
77
SES3330 Research Project
SES3341 Advanced Clinical Practice
SES3111 Advanced Soft Tissue Skills
SES3901 Professional Practice
80
83
86
89
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Attendance requirements
In the Sports area, most modules require 100% attendance. This is for safety reasons as you
are training to be a Sports Professional. It is not good for a graduate in sport not to know the
anatomy of the knee, for instance, as they missed classes that week. You need to know and
to be able to apply everything you learn. Therefore you must attend. Please see your module
handbooks as this is a binding contract between the module leader and you as a student. In
order to pass most of our modules, lectures, seminars, labs and practical sessions are
compulsory. These sessions tend not to repeat so if you miss any session then you must see
/ e-mail your module leader as soon as possible as this could affect your progression.
You should attend all scheduled classes and prescribed activities to be eligible for formal
assessment. Where your attendance fails to meet the minimum required to meet the learning
outcomes of the module (as published) you may be excluded from the assessment and be
graded X in the module. The definition of the X grade is “Fail – incomplete without good
reason: may not be reassessed”. It is your responsibility to ensure that your attendance fulfils
the published attendance requirements.
The X grade is applied if you fail to participate in the learning processes of a module for which
you are registered. It is not a “punishment” for poor attendance but a recognition that you
have not been able to prepare yourself for assessment in the content of the module. It is also
given when you drop a module without formally removing it from your registered programme of
study.
If you receive an X grade you may have the opportunity of taking the whole module again with
permission from the Programme Leader, without grade penalty, though you will have to pay
the module registration fee. You may only do this at Summer School (if available) or at the end
of your programme.
For further guidance on attendance requirements, refer to the section entitled “Attendance &
Withdrawal” which is also available at www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/admin/attend.htm. The formal
regulations about attendance can be found in Section C2 of the University Regulations and at
www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/ .
Policy on late arrival
Due to health & safety reasons, the sports programmes will not allow students into labs or
practical sessions more than 5 minutes after the start of these classes. Students who enter
late also DISRUPT classes. If you arrive late, please wait quietly outside the class and speak
to the lecturer to explain why you are late. The responsibility will rest with you to catch up the
work missed. Continual late arrival could negatively impact your success in the programme.
Please ensure you plan your journeys carefully.
Dress Code
All students on the sports rehabilitation programme must adhere to the clinical dress code.
You will be required to purchase the LSI clothing. You will need to wear the clothing for all
practical sessions. If you fail to dress appropriately for practical sessions you will be denied
entry and marked absent. The new LSI clothing catalogue is available at the back of the quick
start guide. Order should be directed through Neil Bangs (n.bangs@mdx.ac.uk). In addition,
you must wear appropriate footwear, i.e. trainers, and track suit bottoms. All long hair or hair
that hangs in your face must be tied back. Students are not allowed to wear hats and
jewellery in practical sessions as it hinders the ability to carry out the activity.
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Students are not allowed to use mobile phones or have them turned on in class. Students
must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol in any sessions. You are training to be a
sports professional and in learning how to work with athletes you must always be fully aware
and alert within this professional environment.
Assessment schedule
Assessment schedules will be available on OASISPlus for your programme. Please check
these regularly.
Assessment Officer support
Assessment is an important aspect to your programme but you may find that at times personal
circumstances can impact on your studies. Should you have circumstances which mean you
need to defer your assessment you will find valuable guidance on 24-7, but you can also
contact the Assessment Team, Email: hsscassessmentdata@mdx.ac.uk, who will guide you
through the process. The full Deferral Policy is available at http://www.247.mdx.ac.uk/assess/defer.htm.
In addition, your Module Leaders will be more than happy to assist you with any queries you
may have about assessment of a particular module.
Professional, statutory and/or regulatory body requirements
The British Association of Sports Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT)
The sports rehabilitation and injury prevention programme is accredited by BASRaT.
ABOUT BASRaT: As the number of people participating in sport and exercise at all levels
continues to increase, so too do the diverse demands on healthcare practitioners. Couple this
with the nationwide drive to make Britain a healthier place and get people of all ages and
physical conditions exercising; there is a definite need for exercise and rehabilitation
professionals who can work alongside and complement the existing healthcare practitioners.
BASRaT graduates are trained solely in Sports and Exercise Medicine, with an emphasis on
the design and implementation of exercise and rehabilitation programmes in both health and
disease. To ensure that all accredited courses were of a high equitable standard, and that all
graduates conformed to strict codes of professional practise and conduct, BASRaT was born.
BASRaT also provides a platform from which Sports Rehabilitators can promote their work,
both nationally and internationally, and indeed further themselves through a rigorous process
of continuing professional development. Furthermore BASRaT are currently undergoing an
application with the Health Professionals (HPC) to have the practice of Sport Rehabilitation
regulated by the HPC.
BASRaT is an organisation that has an elected Executive Committee, whereby each member
is elected for a period of one year. Voting takes place at the Annual General Meeting of the
organisation which is held in mid May.
For further details and information speak either to Earle Abrahamson or visit
www.basrat.org.
The National Academy for Sport Medicine’s (NASM) awards are embedded into a number of
second year modules. Further information pertaining to these additional awards will be found
in the module books. For further information visit: http://www.nasm.org/
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At level 3 there is an option to complete a Neuro-linguistic programming qualification. Once
again these additional awards will be highlighted in the respective module books.
Though there are no statutory requirements at present.
Placements
Work placements are supported across the University by a network of School placement
offices who work closely with your academic staff. Together with the Careers Service, they
will offer workshops and one-to-one advice on writing CVs, cover letters and application forms;
offer password protected access to the placement website; help arrange interviews and where
possible create links with employers. Please note, however, that placements cannot be
guaranteed and your energy in researching and applying for a placement is important. Your
Placement Office can be contacted as follows:
Elaine Elson,
Placement Support – Hendon Campus – Quadrangle
Tel:
0208 411 5341
Email: E.Elson@mdx.ac.uk
Your practical training is essential and integral to your becoming a safe and competent
practitioner. Your placement will ensure that you can demonstrate knowledge and skills, which
are essential for the role of a Graduate Sports Rehabilitator. To achieve this you will be
required to successfully complete two placements (SES1244 Professional Skills & Clinical
Experience, SES3901 Professional Practice) plus additional clinical hours, which are integral
to: SES 2223 Corrective Exercise, SES 2224 Sports Injuries & Therapeutic Modalities, SES
3111 Advanced Soft-Tissue Skills, SES 3341 Advanced Clinical Practice.
Placements
require successful practical experience as well as completion of a clinical record outlined in
your module handbook. This is all assessed, as is coursework. Presentation may also be
required. Students, who fail a placement module, may be transferred to other programmes.
To meet BASRaT’s requirement for graduate membership, students must complete a
minimum of 400 hours of supervised practice in a clinical or occupational setting. Usually they
work in the fitness industry, in sports injuries clinic and with a sports team.
The university has established a range of placements in the UK in places such as sports
rehabilitation clinics, sports physiotherapy clinics, sports clubs, fitness testing centres and
dance organisations. Placements are organised in a collaborative effort by the student,
placement tutor, placement officer and module leader. See placement handbook and
www.basrat.org for more details.
The placement tutor, Jon Cree, together with the teaching staff, is responsible for assisting
you in identifying an appropriate placement. Students are not allowed to commence a
placement without agreement from the placement tutor. It is the responsibility of the students
to maintain contact with the placement tutor during any absence from the University and to
complete all work on time unless negotiated otherwise with the appropriate placement module
leader.
You are encouraged to gain work placement experience if you can. Work experience is one of
the most valuable assets you can have in planning a successful career. Employers want
graduates who have developed the ability to be flexible and adaptable, work in teams,
communicate with fellow employees and customers, take initiatives and responsibility and,
when necessary, take the lead. Many of these qualities can be learned and developed
through placements.
Equally important is the fact that these experiences help you develop your own ideas about
the career you want, what will suit you best, and perhaps the kind of work or employers you
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wish to focus on. It is much easier to identify the positive and negative aspects of a particular
career if you have experienced it first hand.
The University has responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure
that risks to health and safety are controlled and you are properly insured while on placement.
It is therefore essential that no student commences a placement without first having it
approved by the School Placement staff and as such ensuring that all administrative, health
and safety and insurance procedures are carried out prior to the start date. Failure to adhere
to this may invalidate your placement.
Further information and guidance notes for students are available on www.247.mdx.ac.uk/placement
Careers Service
The Careers Service provides impartial and confidential guidance and information to
Middlesex University students and alumni (for up to two years after graduation) to help them in
their career planning and job seeking.
The careers advisers can assist you with planning your academic programme and personal
development in relation to your career goals from your first year to final year. This includes
exploring career and study options, self awareness and decision making. The advisers can
also help you to: find full and part-time employment, write CVs, covering letters and
application forms, prepare for interviews, psychometric tests and assessment centres, identify
voluntary and work experience opportunities and research postgraduate/further study and
funding.
You have access to careers information, individual guidance appointments,
drop-in advice sessions, careers seminars and workshops, employer presentations, Careers
Fairs, other campus based careers events and alumni links to support students with their
career development. The careers advisers also work with tutors to deliver and support careers
related activities on course programmes, such as career opportunities for graduates, job study
research, the graduate employment market, developing employability skills, sector specific
information, pre-placement preparation, job search skills and strategies and post graduate
study options.
The main careers library is based at Hendon and careers advisers are available on most
campuses offering a flexible service to support the needs and any specific requirements of all
students. To check opening times and availability of careers advisers on your campus or to
book an appointment please see the website http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/careers/careers.html,
telephone 020 8411 5523.
The Careers Service’s website as above (or accessible through the 24-7 website) offers a
wide range of information and links to other graduate careers websites. The website contains
an on-line job vacancy service, JobsPlus, where opportunities notified by employers for full
time, part time, voluntary work or work experience are posted. If you are unable to visit on
campus there is also a link to ‘MeG’, an e-guidance service, through which you can email your
queries to a careers adviser.
Today’s job market is full of opportunities but is also rapidly changing and developing to meet
the needs of employers in the 21st Century. Gaining work experience and developing the
employability skills that employers look for is an important part of your career planning and
development and will help towards your future career success. In addition to the help and
support available from the Careers Service, you may also want to consider the option of
undertaking a work experience placement as part of your degree, a student exchange in
another country or undertaking some voluntary work and gaining accreditation for this through
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the university. Further advice on placements is available from the placement staff in your
school, or speak to your tutors about this. Information links to student exchanges and
volunteering opportunities can be found on the 24-7 student portal at http://www.247.mdx.ac.uk.
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LEARNING, TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT
Learning, Teaching and Assessment approaches will encourage you to be actively involved in
your learningand to co-operate with other students. We aim to give you prompt feedback on
your learning and opportunities to reflect upon and learn from that feedback.
You will be actively involved in a range of learning, teaching and assessment approaches as
part of your BSc (Hons) Sports Exercise Rehabilitation.
Such active learning approaches put students at the centre of their learning where they are
actively involved and engaged in all aspects of their learning and the assessment of their
learning. Your programme will require your active participation in learning activities and
engagement with your peers both individually and collaboratively, working and learning with
other students as part of a small group. Learning activities may also occur both within and
outside the classroom.
Your learning will also be supported by technology. Increasingly your tutors will be using
existing and emerging learning technologies to engage you in e-learning activities. Your
programme will be facilitated using a variety of media and online tools (OASISPlus, podcasts,
wikis, etc) which will allow you flexible access to a diverse range of online resources, quizzes
and learning materials as well as collaborative tools with which you can engage and learn with
your peers. Not confined by time and space you will be able to take part in online discussions
and learning activities from wherever you are studying.
Our tutors and the Web Helpdesk will provide any support you may need whilst learning
online.
By engaging with e- learning you will also be developing skills which are essential for your
learning and are also highly valued by employers. These include but are not limited to:
working flexibly, communication, understanding of IT, team working and creating shared
understandings based on quality resources and access to global expertise.
The aim of the sports rehabilitation professional degree is to encourage and enhance
graduate employability. To this end we use active learning approaches such as problem
based learning to assist students with essential clinical reasoning development. This is further
emphasised through work placements. The sports rehabilitation degree has pioneered a
peer-learning scheme which allows final year students to work with 1st and 2nd year learners.
This helps students to better understand module and programme expectations as well as
preparing them for future study. The programme further makes use of sport events such as
the London marathon, to encourage students to practice and apply their skills. The
programme teaching approaches reflect the philosophy of its clinical nature by learning by and
through doing.
Assessment is an integral part of learning, and you may hear it referred to as formative or
summative. Formative assessment is primarily developmental in nature, and is designed to
give feedback to learners on their performance and how it can be improved. Formative
assessment is a key part of the learning process, and has been shown to contribute to
enhancement of learning and raising of standards.
Summative assessment is designed to measure the extent to which a learner has achieved
the intended learning outcomes of a module. The summative component of an assessment
task is designed solely to provide a measure of the achievement of a learning outcome by a
learner. Summative assessment should assess achievement of all learning outcomes in a
secure, fair and accurate manner.
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Assessment may also involve self, peer of group approaches. For example, you may be asked
to self-assess your own work, indicating where you feel you have clearly demonstrated your
understanding, and also identifying areas where can see you have room to improve.
Assessment may also be a peer process where peers individually, or as groups, offer
feedback on one another’s work. Group assessment may also be part of your programme,
where part of the assessment process requires you to demonstrate your ability to work as part
of a group or team, and possibly receive a group mark.
Learner Development Unit
The Learner Development Unit (LDU) is a team of specialists in academic writing and English
language development, Numeracy and Dyslexia Support. You will see us at different times
throughout your academic career.
During induction week we generate a Learning Development Profile for each new Middlesex
student. This is designed to give us information about your academic English and numeracy
skills, and it will help you identify your strengths and also areas for improvement. And it will
help us to make sure you get effective and timely support during your studies.
Often we will be in your School working alongside your subject lecturers to help you
understand what’s expected of you on your programme. We are likely to work with you in this
way on the writing process, preparing for presentations, making the most of feedback, etc..
If necessary, we can provide you with an individual programme of support, which could involve
intensive courses, self-study materials and close monitoring of your progress.
Help with maths is available from our Numeracy Support team, in the form of embedded, small
group, online and individual provision.
If you are dyslexic, you can receive specialist help from our Dyslexia Support team, who work
closely with the Disability Support Service. You will also find support at the University’s
Learning Resources Centres, which are equipped with assistive technologies and services,
and have disability support representatives.
We also coordinate the University’s Student Learning Assistants (SLAs), a group of highly
motivated peer-mentors, from the 2nd and 3rd years, who are here to help 1st year students in
their studies. You may see them helping out in tutorials or seminars, or you may see them
offering help with academic writing. You can read more about SLAs at www.sla.mdx.ac.uk.
Contact details
Information on what we do can be found on our 24-7 pages at http://www.247.mdx.ac.uk/lduor by contacting us on020 8411 5116 or at LDU@mdx.ac.uk.
If you have questions about specific teams within LDU, please contact:
Academic writing and English
Numeracy Support
Dyslexia Support
language
020 8411 6280
020 8411 6073
020 8411 4609
numeracy@mdx.ac.uk dystutor@mdx.ac.uk
english@mdx.ac.uk
Learning Resources
Learning Resources (LR) provides library and academic computing services to support
student learning. Middlesex University has a Learning Resource Centre (library) on each
campus. The Museum of Design and Domestic Architecture (MODA) is also part of Learning
Resources. Details of all our opening hours, services, facilities and resources can be found at
http://www.lr.mdx.ac.uk.
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Learning materials and resources
LR provides electronic and print books and journals, DVDs, CDs, etc to support you in your
studies. We also provide materials listed in your module handbooks. You can access these
resources via the LR website and you can also find specialist resources from the Library
Subject Guides at http://libguides.mdx.ac.uk. Many of our resources are web-based so you
can access them from wherever you are.
Equipment and facilities
The libraries (Learning Resources Centres) supply the computers and other equipment you
will need for study on the programmes at that site. This could include video cameras, Mac
computers, and DVD players; printing and copying facilities; small study rooms with projectors
so you can practice presentations; or space to cut, paste and cover your project report.
Help and support
Learning Resources staff are here to help and support you throughout your studies providing
IT, and media support, and help with your information/research needs. We provide one-to-on
support at the Enquiry Desk, group training in library workshops and online help through the
Web
Helpdesk
(http://webhelpdesk.mdx.ac.uk)
and
Ask
a
Librarianhttp://askalibrarian.mdx.ac.uk
You can get specialist subject support from your Liaison Librarian (http://libguides.mdx.ac.uk)
who also provides information and research skills workshops relevant to your subject.
Librarians work closely with your lecturers to ensure that the resources and support that you
need are available. Contact your librarian if you require individual support or if you would like
to suggest a book/DVD etc for the library etc.
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Assessment Feedback
Assessment feedback provides the opportunity for you to engage with feedback on your
assessed work, to reflect on it, and to use this feedback as the basis for learning and to
improve your work. Feedback can take many forms, and may be informal, for example, it may
be offered and discussed in classroom sessions either collectively or individually. It may also
be more formal and delivered for example in written or audio form from peers or academic
staff. Understanding your feedback is very important; to achieve this you are encouraged to
discuss feedback with your peers and academic staff.
All forms of assessment are part of the learning process, both formative and summative.
Receiving feedback on your work is an essential and important part of your learning, and all
programmes will therefore provide regular opportunities to assess your work formatively and
provide feedback on it. The nature of the formative assessment and the feedback will vary
from Programme to Programme. You will find further information in the University Regulations
detailed under the Code of Assessment Practice. Arrangements for the provision of feedback
shall include the minimum provision detailed in section M of the University Regulations and
shall be included in the relevant Module Handbook.
You will normally be provided with feedback within 15 working days of the published
coursework component submission date.
Your assessment map will be available online on OASISPlus
Feedback on Assessed work will be offered in a variety of forms and all work will be marked
and moderated in line with the University Regulations Code of Assessment Practice:
http://www.web.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/allprogs/sectionm.htm
All forms of assessment are part of the learning process. You should be provided with either
individual or collective feedback on your assessed work.
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Feedback on coursework
Feedback from work that is assessed, either formatively (for a pass only) or summatively (for a
grade), will be available to you. We feel that feedback is a very important part of the learning
process and therefore we strive to make feedback as effective as possible.
Feedback on work is usually written on an assessment sheet. This sheet will be available to
you for your individual work. It will be given to you in either a hardcopy, an e-mail attachment
or through OASISPlus. Group feedback sheets will be available on OASISPlus or in a group
hardcopy from the tutor. We are also experimenting with video feedback.
Feedback on examinations
Collective and general feedback from exams will be available on the OASISPlus. Students
wishing to go over individual progress should make an appointment to see the tutor.
Comments on examination scripts and marks
Comments from makers are not written on exam papers. General comments are available on
OASISPlus or may be obtained on an individual basis from your tutor.
Viewing scripts
Students have the right to view examination scripts after they have been marked and after the
assessment results have been published.
Dissertations
All dissertations, in your final year, are double marked. Your supervisor is your first marker.
Work will be assessed blindly and then a grade will be negotiated between the two markers.
Procedure is outlined on the dissertation module handbook.
Other forms of assessment – minimal requirements
General comments from practical assessments and vivas will be available on OASISPlus.
Students wishing to obtain individual feedback should make an appointment to see their tutor.
Return of coursework
You are expected to keep a copy of your coursework. As the marked copy is not normally
returned to you, retention of a copy is important so that you can relate feedback to your work.
Where work is returned to a student this should be clearly indicated in Programme handbooks
along with deadlines after which it is disposed of if not collected (normally six months).
Electronic receipt of coursework
All coursework must be submitted on paper unless (i) a different format is specified in the
programme handbook or (ii) submission in electronic form is an explicit requirement for the
assessment in the module concerned or for electronic detection of plagiarism. If submitted
online students will receive an electronic receipt which you should save and retain for future
reference. Please refer to the module handbook for details on submission of work.
Marking, second marking and marking moderation
A minimum of 10% of all coursework and examinations are moderated in the sports area. All
coursework and examinations which are failed work will be second marked. All coursework
and exams which are awarded first class grades are moderated.
Copies of past examination papers and other forms of assessment
http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/exampaperMultiple choice question papers are not available on
this database. In some cases, for example where there are copyright restrictions, it may not
be possible to publish past examination papers. In this case please ask the relevant Module
Leader for information.
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Personal Development Planning
Personal Development Planning (PDP) will provide you with an opportunity to assess the
value of the skills and knowledge you are developing and identify your future learning and
development needs. It is intended for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. It offers
a structured way to reflect on what you are good at and what you need to develop further. You
will learn to review your own skill levels and what you have learned from different situations
and environments, including your studies, part time work, voluntary work and other activities;
you will record your reflections and use them to help you think about and plan your future
development.
This is an important part of your personal development and reflects the working environment
where employers encourage new graduates to assess their own continuous professional
development (CPD) using a portfolio. You can also use your record of PDP as a valuable aid
for marketing your skills to employers in recruitment and selection processes.
In order to help you reflect on, and record evidence of these skills, Middlesex University has
introduced Personal Development Planning for all first year students. In later years of the
programme, you will be encouraged to continue with planning and recording your personal
development. Your Careers Adviser will be able to provide you with further advice on how
best to use your PDP to help you build up useful documentation of your skills.
Your Personal Development Portfolios will be introduced in SES1242 Professional and Skills
Development in the first year. Following this introduction further help can be obtained from
the Careers Adviser on your campus. Your Careers Adviser will be able to provide you with
advice on how best to use your PDP to help you build up useful documentation of your skills.
What to expect during your first year
There are a number of resources and activities built into the first year of your University
experience to enable you to focus upon, and understand, your own learning and development,
and thus enable your progression and achievement.
Before starting at Middlesex you will have discovered more about your programme through
accessing My Middlesex and My programme through OASISPlus. You may still be using
these resources, which are designed to assist your transition into University life.
Induction activities will have provided an initial introduction to study skills, personal
development planning, academic standards and student expectation, along with the
opportunity to get to know your fellow students and the programme team.
During week 4 you will participate in an activity we call ‘Reality Check’. This focuses on your
initial few weeks at Middlesex and enables students to share these experiences and raise any
questions or issues with the programme team. The programme leader will respond to these
queries, normally via OASISPlus, within 7 days.
By week 9 you will have settled into your programme of study and will have received some
assessment feedback. At this point you will have a Programme Progress Review, which will
be a one-to-one discussion with a member of the programme team, to talk about your
progress and achievement to date, academic progress and future aims.
A further opportunity for such a one-to-one discussion will be provided around week 18 when
you will review your progression and achievement to date and identify and plan to meet any
specific needs and enable fulfilment of your future aims.
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Progressing on your programme
An explanation of the University grading scale can be found in the University Regulations
(www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/). Further information on the use of the University grading scale
can be found on 24-7
(www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/assess/grading.htm). If you have any specific queries on your module
grade, contact your Link Tutor.
Grading Scale
The University grading scale is used in relation to, and in conjunction with, the University
grade criteria guide and guidance on the generation and use of module level descriptors (see
Regulations
“Module
Level
Descriptors”
and
“Grade
Criteria
Guide”
www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/).
Module Grades
Grades 1 to 16, the Y grade and 17C and 18C (compensated fail grades) are all pass grades.
If you do not get one of these grades in any of your modules it is very important that you check
the exact details of what you need to do in order to pass. Therefore, if you are given any of
the following grades, you will need to take action: grades 17 to 20, X, I or U.
You have the right to be reassessed once only, in any module, with a grade of 17 to 20.
Reassessment will be taken at the next available opportunity, unless deferred (see below).
For modules at levels 0/1 the overall grade following reassessment will be the grade achieved
at the second attempt. For example:
1st attempt – grade 17
2nd attempt – grade 12
Overall module grade – grade 12
For modules at levels 2 and above, a maximum grade of 16 will be applied to the reassessed
component. For example:
1st attempt
2nd attempt
Component
(50%)
8
8 (as before)
A Component
B Overall Module Grade
(50%)
17
17RC
10 (capped at 16)
12 (17/12)
An example in percentages
Component
A Component B (50%)
(50%)
1st attempt
55%
22%
2nd attempt
55% (as before) 60% (but capped at
40%)
Overall
Grade
39%
48%
Module
It is really important that students complete all assessed work (coursework, presentations,
exams etc) that is required to complete each module. Failure to do so will result in failure in
the component or the module concerned (grade 20 – failure incorporating failure to undertake
all assessment components; compensation not allowed) should the required learning
outcomes not be met.
For more information on the X grade (fail – incomplete without good reason: may not be
reassessed) see the earlier section titled ‘Attendance requirements’.
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Deferral
You may seek permission to defer all or part of the assessment in a module to the next
available opportunity.
The full Deferral Policy is available at http://www.247.mdx.ac.uk/assess/defer.htm.This can only be granted where exceptional circumstances
prevent you from completing assessment through no fault of your own and where
documentary evidence is supplied.
Deferral requests should be submitted to the School Student Office counter on your base
campus by completing the relevant form and attaching supporting documentation, e.g. medical
certificates. The final deadline for deferral applications is 2 weeks after the end of the
examination period. The deferral form is available at:
http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/assess/defer.htm.
Requests for deferral of assessment that is due to be submitted up to Learning Week 17
should be submitted to the relevant Assessment Officer by the end of that week. The request
will be considered under the usual deferral regulations, and if it is granted the assessment will
be deferred until the final module assessment deadline. Module grades for this deferred work
will be published in June (for September start students) and July for January start students.
Requests for deferral of assessment that is due to be submitted after Learning Week 17
should be submitted to the relevant Assessment Officer by the final assessment deadline. The
request will be considered under the usual deferral regulations, and if it is granted the
assessment will be deferred until the module reassessment deadline. Module grades for this
deferred work will be published in September(for September and January start students).
If both assessment attempts are deferred it may affect progression to the following year of
study
If you have difficulties accessing resources (e.g. access to the University network, library,
OASIS etc.) after deferral, contact the web helpdesk at http://webhelpdesk.mdx.ac.uk .
Extenuating Circumstances
If you do not wish to defer assessment, but are concerned that exceptional personal
circumstances (e.g. ill health) might affect your performance in assessment, you should
complete an extenuating circumstances form and attach supporting documentary evidence.
This form should be submitted to your School Student Office.
The extenuating circumstances will be summarised by the Assessment Officer and brought to
the attention of the appropriate assessment board. Extenuating circumstances are only
considered when determining the progression or the final classification of borderline students.
They are not used to change the grade in a module.
The final deadline for submission of extenuating circumstances forms, attaching supporting
documentation, is the last date of the examination period. The extenuating circumstances
form is available at:
http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/assess/extenu.htm
Regulations
Assessment and progression regulations for taught programmes of study can be found in
Section E of the University Regulations www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/. This section covers:
 The calendar of assessment
 Progression of undergraduate and postgraduate students
 Qualifications and classification, including methods of determining classification of
qualifications
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




The grading scheme
Reassessment in and deferral of modules
Publication of results
Production of certificates and issuing of diploma supplements / transcripts.
You will find additional guidance in the Assessment Section on 24-7 which is available at
www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/assess.
The University Regulations also detail procedures in relation to:
 Infringement of Assessment Regulations – Academic Misconduct (Section F) including
collusion and plagiarism
 Appeal Regulations and Procedures (Section G)
 Student Conduct and Discipline
 Student Complaints and Grievance Procedures
 Equal Opportunities
(see www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/ )
Academic Misconduct
Plagiarism is the presentation by a student, as his or her own work, of a body of material
(written, visual or oral) which is wholly or partly the work of another. In fact, plagiarism extends
to cover one's own work previously assessed or published which is also required to be
properly referenced. Taking unfair advantage over other authors, students or oneself in this
way is considered by the University to be a serious offence. The University will take serious
action against any student who plagiarises whether through negligence, foolishness or
deliberate intent. Make sure written material, ideas, theories, formulae, etc are acknowledged
through the use of quotation marks, references and bibliographies. Information on the correct
way of acknowledging work from other sources is available from campus learning resource
centres. Academic misconduct also covers cheating in examinations.
Detailed information can be obtained at
www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/assess/plagiarism.htm
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COMMUNICATION
Middlesex is committed to keeping students informed about developments and changes and
constantly reviews the tools it uses to keep students informed.
The University's policy is to make all standard information easily available to students on and
off campus.
Your university e-mail account is a key tool in communications and it is critical that you check
your university e-mail address regularly.
Middlesex also has its own website for current students http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk and all
important information is posted on there.
The university will also text you with important and urgent information so ensure that you
provide us with an up-to-date mobile phone number when you register as a student.
There are also student offices on all campuses if you prefer to ask questions face to face.
The university is committed to ensuring communication tools allow students to provide
feedback as well as receive information. See section Quality of your programme and
experience to find out more about ways to give your feedback.
Accessing your own records including your timetable and letter
requests
You can enrol, see timetables, view your module registrations, academic records (including
assessment results) and other information using MISIS (Middlesex Integrated Student
Information System).
You can access MISIS at https://misis.mdx.ac.uk or by clicking the link via student website
24/7 http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk. If you are having problems accessing MISIS, please contact
the Computer Helpdesk in the Learning Resources Centre or contact the web helpdesk at
http://webhelpdesk.mdx.ac.uk.
Timetable
You are allocated to timetabled lectures, labs, seminars, and workshops based upon your
module registrations. Once this is done you can view your own personal timetable via MISIS.
If your timetable is incomplete, you are unable to view it or you wish to change your timetable
please contact a member of Student Support Staff. You can view the entire university
timetable via MISIS using the 'Search University Timetable' facility.
Letter Requests
Full-time, UK based, students can request Council Tax exemptions letters. Both full and parttime students can request student status and bank letters. These letters are requested via
MISIS.
24-7
24-7 is the Middlesex website for current students. It can be accessed whether you are in the
university or not and is not password protected. It has the latest news and events from the
university, as well as a complete guide to services available to assist you with your studies. At
certain times of the year 24-7 is also an important source of key information such as exam
timetables. To find out more visit http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk
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Middlesex e-mail – your account for life
As an enrolled student, you have your own university email address. This is in the form
xxnnn@live.mdx.ac.uk, where xx are your initials, and nnn is a number generated by the
system. This code will be found on the reverse of your student card. Your initial password is:
Student Number + mmm, where mmm is the month (in lower case) of your date of birth. At first
login you will be invited to complete a simple registration process.
Any students experiencing difficulties accessing their account should contact the web
helpdesk at http://webhelpdesk.mdx.ac.uk
Your Middlesex University e-mail is an e-mail address that is available to you for life and will
be the principle tool the university will use to communicate with you. Your tutors, the student
support team, the Learning Resource Centre and other areas of administration will use this email address to contact you so it is critical that you check your account regularly (at least twice
a week). We’ll also use this account to tell you about events and activities that will help
enhance your time at university and enable you to make new friends. The university adheres
to the usual data protection policies and will not share your address within any external
companies and organisations, except those working with the university to gather your
feedback.
To access your email account, go to: http://www.outlook.com or click on the Email link on the
24-7 website. Your local computer centre will help you gain access to your account during
your Learning Resource Centre induction after enrolment.
For quick guides on user accounts and using the network, go to:
www.lr.mdx.ac.uk/document.htm and click on Computing Network and Software. If you are
have continuing difficulty in its use, consult the web helpdesk at http://webhelpdesk.mdx.ac.uk
Important note on privacy
To ensure security, continuity and privacy, the University discourages the use of private
accounts for University business. You should ensure that the MISIS database of personal
information about you is accurate and up to date, but you are not required to publicise this
private information to other students or individual members of staff.
What is OASISPlus?
OASISPlus is the University’s online learning environment where you can find online
materials, including lecture notes, to support your studies together with: discussion boards,
quizzes, module information, announcements and important information.
Most modules and programmes now have an online presence delivered through OASISPlus.
Your tutors will be providing you with more information about how you will be expected to
interact online with your peers and your tutors.
Instructions on how to access OASISPlus are available in the appendix section of this
handbook. For the most up to date information on how to access OASISPlus please go to:
http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/oasisplus/index.htm
OASISPlus (how it is used in relation to the programme)
OASISPlus is used extensively in the sport area, in a variety of forms. All modules will have
learning resources uploaded onto the site for you to access and use for your studies. Several
modules have online assessments both formative and summative where you will be asked to
take quizzes online and submit work online. You will receive the majority of your feedback
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through oasis plus and if the work is submitted online then you will receive individualised
feedback available through OASISPlus only. It is therefore recommended that you check
OASISPlus daily for announcements and relevant information and also the LSI twitter feed,
middlesexLSI@twitter.com.
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SUPPORT
Academic Support
Programme and Curriculum Advice
You are expected to be independent and to take responsibility for your own academic and
personal life. However there is a lot of help available.
Your tutors will direct your studies and ensure that you know what work you need to cover in
any given module. Seek advice from academic staff either after class, during their office hours
(published on their doors), by email or telephone.
General Educational Guidance and Enquiries
General educational guidance, clarification of University Regulations and help with planning
your programme is available from the student support team’s duty/student advisers, who can
be contacted by telephone or e-mail or in person on any campus and who normally have
regular drop-in hours.
You can get a wide range of support, advice and information direct from the student website
24-7 (http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk) where you can also find the telephone numbers and email
addresses of student/programme support team staff. If you need personal advice call the
School Student Office, Email: (Hendon) hsscso@mdx.ac.uk Tel: 020 8411 5700/ (Archway
and Hospitals) csoarchway@mdx.ac.uk Tel: 020 8411 6600.If they cannot help you, they will
refer you to someone who can.
Do not hesitate to approach the student support team by telephone, email or in person for
support services including:
 Changes to your personal record such as address, name, etc. (Alternatively this can be
done on-line via MISIS https://misis.mdx.ac.uk )
 Using MISIS (Middlesex Integrated Student Information System)
 Programme regulations advice
 Revising or recording module registrations
 Submission of coursework
 Assessment deferral requests
 Recording extenuating circumstances
 Recording reasons for unavoidably being absent
 Arranging to interrupt your studies, change or withdraw from your programme
 Advice on where to make a suggestion or a complaint
 Personal Counselling
Specialist advice is also available from the Disability Support Service, Careers Advice and
Placement Services, Accommodation Service, Childcare Service, Sport and Leisure,
International Support Services, Money and Welfare Advise Services, Counselling Services,
and Financial Services; and from the Middlesex University Students’ Union (MUSU). Ask at
your school office for more information.
As these materials are designed to aid your transition into university life they can be referred
to throughout the first year.
Counselling
During the course of your studies at Middlesex, if you encounter problems concerning your
coursework or personal or emotional difficulties, you can consult one of our professional
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counsellors confidentially. Counselling involves one or more meetings with your counsellor in
a safe and confidential setting. You will have the time and space to discuss difficulties in your
life which may be interfering with your ability to study and enjoy your time as a student.
Students come to counselling for all sorts of reasons but generally it is a good idea to seek
help before things start to feel unmanageable. Counselling can give you the opportunity to
talk and think things through with someone from outside your social circle. This can feel both
supportive and also offer the possibility of developing a fresh perspective on your difficulties.
For more information please go to intranet www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/counsel
Contacting a counsellor:
Archway & Hospitals - Alison Jefferies
Room 15a Trevor Clay Building, Whittington Hospital & for Royal Free Hospital.
Tel: 020 8411 6152
email: a.jefferies@mdx.ac.uk
Cat Hill & Trent Park
Lindsey Othen-Price
Room 5 Peter Green Building CH
Room 210 The Mansion TP
Tel: 020 8411 5548
email: l.othen-price@mdx.ac.uk
Caroline Hallett
Room 5 Peter Green Building CH
Room 210 The Mansion TP
Tel: 020 8411 6421
email: c.hallett@mdx.ac.uk
Hendon
Sandra Taylor
Room CG24 College Building
Tel: 020 8411 4719
email:s.taylor@mdx.ac.uk
Bernard Shapley
Tel: 020 8411 5779
email: b.shapley@mdx.ac.uk
Nadina Al-Jarrah
Room CG25 College Building
Tel: 020 8411 5779
email: n.al-jarrah@mdx.ac.uk
Sandra Primack
Room CG23 College Building
Tel: 020 8411 6169
email: s.primack@mdx.ac.uk
Disability Support Service
If you have a long term medical condition, physical difficulty, sensory impairment, mental
health problems or a specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia) that you feel could impact on
your studies, and would like information about support provision that can be made available,
please contact the University’s Disability Support Service. You are encouraged to make your
situation known at the earliest opportunity to ensure due provision is made. Support can
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include, but is not restricted to: advice on Programme related study needs, arranging support
such as note takers, personal assistants, liaison with tutors and funding authorities and
arranging special provision for examinations and undertaking needs assessments for students
applying for support through the Disabled Student’s Allowance. Confidentiality will be
respected and relevant details will only be disclosed with your permission.
For further details contact the Disability Support Service on 020 8411 4945; e-mail
disability@mdx.ac.uk or see 24-7 http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/Disability/index.htm
Please also refer to the Programme Specification included in this Handbook which will state
whether the programme excludes students with particular disabilities. See also Personal
Evacuation Plans below.
Health, Safety and Welfare
Information and advice regarding health, safety and welfare is accessible on a University wide
basis at: www.mdx.ac.uk/24-7 . The information resource for Middlesex University students,
contains a summary of this advice. On this web site you will find useful information on:

Health related issues such as registering with a doctor, dentist or optician. A summary
of key infectious disease and a range of health matters such as minor illnesses,
alcohol, drugs and travel.
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Health and safety issues such as the University’s Health and Safety policy, first aid
arrangements, fire procedures, accident reporting procedures and how to raise
concerns. Also, several other key health and safety related policies such Alcohol and
Substance Misuse and No Smoking.
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Personal safety related issues such as, reporting and dealing with crime. These are
supported by useful numbers to contact while on campus or in halls.
The University strongly advises you to register with a local doctor on enrolment if you have
moved away from home. More detailed guidance on the above will be brought to your
attention at the start of your studies.
Personal Evacuation Plans
If you have specific long or short-term disabilities, it may be that you will require a specific plan
to be agreed and in place so that you can evacuate, or be evacuated from university buildings
safely during an emergency. If you think you need to discuss an evacuation plan, please
contact your School Student Office in the first instance. Otherwise, if you are registered as
disabled, you should independently be contacted by your School safety representative early in
the new term to agree an emergency plan.
The Health and Safety Officer for the School of Health and Social Sciences is: Graham
Shennan, Tel: 020 8411 4260 Email: g.shennan@mdx.ac.uk
Middlesex University Students’ Union – The Student Voice of
Middlesex
MUSU (Middlesex University Students’ Union) is a democratically elected, student-led, not-forprofit organisation to which all enrolled Middlesex students are automatically members. MUSU
exists in order to promote, support, respond to, campaign on behalf of and above all represent
the student body both to the University and, through its affiliation with the NUS (National Union
of Students), nationally and to the wider community as a whole – in essence MUSU aims to be
the definitive student voice of Middlesex.
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MUSU is a membership organisation with officers elected annually each spring by the student
body to represent their interests. These officers, along with the staff team, oversee the day to
day running of MUSU and its longer-term strategic direction.
MUSU provides a number of services, activities and projects in addition to its democratic
function in order to fulfil its mission. These include financial and resource support for Student
Clubs and Societies, welfare and academic advice, referral, representation and campaigning
via SWIRL (Student Welfare & International Resource Lounge), the Student Course Rep
scheme which provides a formal and organised system of feedback on course provision, an
online radio station with shows entirely hosted by student presenters (MUD Radio) and a
monthly magazine written and edited by current, and sometimes former, Middlesex students
(MUD Magazine).
The Union also runs a number of specific projects, campaigns and events throughout the year
including society, cultural & social event nights, the Freshers’ Fairs during Induction Week,
MYfriend the student-to-student buddy scheme and the MUSU Star Awards Ceremony an
annual celebration of student volunteering plus many more.
For more information, to access services, support and activities, or to get involved in your
Union at any level simply call us on 020 8411 6450, contact one of the MUSU Campus
Administration Offices below, or visit musu.mdx.ac.uk
Hendon MUSU Campus Administration Office
Open 10:30am – 4:00pm Monday - Friday
T: 020 8411 4296 E: S.Davies@mdx.ac.uk
Cat Hill MUSU Campus Administration Office
Open 10:00am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday
T: 020 8411 5511 E: P.Aylott@mdx.ac.uk
Trent Park MUSU Campus Administration Office
Open 10:30am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday
T: 020 8411 6450 E: Y.Adjei-Bohyen@mdx.ac.uk
Financial Issues
Tuition Fee Payment
The University has a strict policy on fee payment. If you do not pay your fees when due you
may be deregistered or have a financial hold automatically placed upon your record. This can
prevent you from accessing certain University services and from viewing parts of your MISIS
record.
University Services include, but are not restricted to:
 OASISplus
 Library Lending
 Disclosure of your module grades
 Letter Requests, etc
 Access to classrooms and library buildings
The annual tuition fee is due upon enrolment. You are allowed two weeks from the start of the
academic year to make payment or provide proof of sponsorship. Failure to do so may result
in you being de-registered i.e. cancellation of your enrolment.
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UK/EU undergraduate students who have applied and are eligible for Student Finance
England (SFE) funding and support will be sent a statement when their contributions are due
to be paid and are not subject to the de-registration process.
Please note: It is your responsibility to research and make sure that you are eligible for the
above funding. For instance, if you already have a higher or equivalent award to that which
you are applying, you will not be funded and will be liable to pay a higher rate of tuition fees. If
in doubt, please seek advice from a Money & Welfare Adviser on your campus at once.
If you are having difficulty in paying your fees you should contact the Credit Control Team as
soon as possible by telephone on 020 8411 6400 option 3 or by email at
stufin_credcon@mdx.ac.uk
Withdrawal, Interruption or Transfer
Tuition fee charges are determined on the basis of enrolment and not actual attendance.
Charges will be incurred until such time as an official notification of withdrawal, interruption or
transfer to another institution has been received from you and submitted to your School
Student Office. See http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/admin/attend.htm for more advice on
attendance and withdrawal.
Money and welfare advice
Financial, practical and legal assistance is offered by the Money, Welfare and International
Advice Service (MWIAS) (http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/mwas/index.htm). There are advisers
available on a drop-in basis on every campus who can help with issues such as:

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Student funding, debt and loans
Welfare benefits and housing rights
Immigration queries
Contact your adviser via Student Services, or email welfare@mdx.ac.uk
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QUALITY OF YOUR PROGRAMME AND
EXPERIENCE
Quality assurance and enhancement of your programme
To ensure the high standards and quality of Middlesex University provision, all Programmes
are subject to the University’s academic quality assurance procedures (which include those
procedures related to programme approval, monitoring and review). A key feature of these
processes is the input from external subject experts who ensure that awards of Middlesex are
comparable to those of other UK universities, and that the programme curriculum, teaching,
assessment and resources are appropriate.
You also have a very important role in enhancing Programmes, feeding back on a regular
basis via feedback forms, Boards of Study, and other mechanisms. Your feedback also plays
a major role in Programme monitoring and review.
Middlesex University, and its Programmes, are subject to periodic audit or review by external
quality agencies such as the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA). These
audits and reviews place confidence in the quality and standards of provision as operated at
Middlesex University. The most recent QAA audit of quality and standards of Middlesex
University awards, conducted in 2009, was of those programmes delivered in-house. The
outcomes were that confidence can reasonably be placed in the soundness of the University’s
current and likely future management of the academic standards of its provision, and, of the
quality of the learning opportunities available to students. QAA review and audit reports can
be viewed at: www.qaa.ac.uk.
Feedback from you
Boards of Study
The purpose of the Board of Study is to provide a forum for discussion between you and staff
involved in all aspects of your Programme.
You elect student members of the Board at the start of each academic year to ensure that all
the various interests on the Programme are adequately represented. For advice and training
contact the MUSU Student Representative and Development Co-ordinator on 020 8411 6481.
Each Programme holds regular Boards of Study. The membership includes:
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Student representatives
Director of Programme/Head of Department
Academic staff aligned to the delivery of the Programme or modules
Support services representatives
Your student representative represents the Programme or year group and is responsible for
notifying the Board of issues, which have been brought to them by you. You should be aware
of the function of the Board of Study, and should ensure that representatives are alerted in
good time to matters of concern, or to suggest initiatives.
Minutes are made of the discussion and decisions of each Board meeting, and these are
circulated to members with outcomes. The minutes are included with the Programme
Quality/Annual Monitoring Report for consideration by the University. The points raised at the
meeting are carefully recorded for issues arising, and the action taken upon them, and are
available at http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk.
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Feedback from the board of studies is e-mailed to the student reps who will be given the
opportunity at the end of a module to read out all or selective comments. Board of Study
minutes are also posted on the notice board.
Terms of reference
Full terms of reference are available in the Learning and Quality Enhancement Handbook
which is available from:
http://www.mdx.ac.uk/aboutus/Strategy/quality-standards/index.aspx
dates, minutes, actions and further information can be found on 24-7 at www.247.mdx.ac.uk/campusforums/index.htm
Dates
Week 6 17/11/10 & Week 18 23/02/11 time and rooms TBC
Campus Forums
The purpose of Campus Forums is to optimise the student experience by asking you to raise
campus-specific issues relating to the operation of academic, administrative and service
support for students, but not to deal with programme-specific curriculum issues which are
dealt with by Boards of Study. For clarification please check with your MUSU Campus
Sabbatical Officer. (MUSU Representatives please refer to your training kit.)
Campus Forums are usually held once per term. All students are welcome. The membership
includes:
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Student Representatives (contact the Student’s Union or the Campus Director’s office if
you wish to attend – even if you are not a formal representative)
Representatives from Campus Team, Campus Facilities, Campus Learning Resource
Centre, Estate Services, Computing, Catering, Printing and MUSU
A representative of each School and each Service based on the campus
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic or the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Director of
Corporate Services (Chair)
Your student representatives represent your Programme or year group and are responsible for
notifying the Forum of issues which have been brought to them by you.
Student representatives
In the Sports area, there are student representatives in each year. These students volunteer
in writing to the Programme Leader who then selects the representatives.
You may also represent your halls of residence on Campus Forums; for more information and
training contact the MUSU Student Representative and Development Co-ordinator on +44
(0)20 8411 6481.
If you are elected as a student representative your role will be to gather the views and
opinions of the students you represent and to represent these to either the Board of Study or
the relevant Campus Forum and to feed back the results and information to other students
following the meeting.
Student representatives should be selected, either by election or self-nomination, by the end
of week 2 each year. Training and support throughout the year is provided for student
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representatives by MUSU – details of times and dates for training can be found on the MUSU
website at www.musu.mdx.ac.uk.
As a representative you can receive a certificate that recognises your representational
achievement. For the certificate you will have to attend the training sessions and be present
at the Board of Study each term. This is a great opportunity to add value to your CV.
School Board of Study
The School Board of Studies is the School level committee that deals with issues affecting
students. All programme student representatives are invited to attend the School Board of
Studies which occurs twice per year. Dates of meetings will be confirmed at the start of the
year. Minutes from the meetings can be found on Oasisplus.
Programme evaluation forms
Programme feedback forms are distributed throughout the academic year. The forms are
completely anonymous. The aim of this feedback process is to elicit your views on the quality
of your programme of study.
You can expect to receive a report on any issues that have been identified. The report would
also describe the measures taken to resolve any problems. All reports will be an item for
discussion during Boards of Study and will, where necessary, be reported upon during the
quality/annual monitoring process. The whole feedback process will also be reviewed on a
regular basis, to ensure that that it is effective in helping provide a good quality experience for
students.
The Students Union and the University also conduct periodic surveys of your levels of
satisfaction with various University services. Further information will be available from time to
time on MISIS and 24-7.
National Student Survey (NSS)
The Higher Education Funding Councils for England, Wales and Northern Ireland have
commissioned Ipsos MORI, a specialist survey company, to ask finalists in all higher
education institutions about the quality of their learning experience. The aim of the National
Student Survey (NSS) is to gather feedback on the quality of students' courses, to help inform
the choices of future applicants to higher education, and to contribute to public accountability.
Most final-year undergraduate students at these institutions will be asked a series of questions
about the quality of their courses. You will be contacted by email, phone or sent a letter and
invited to fill in the survey.
Other surveys
From time to time the University will distribute surveys to elicit your views on the quality of the
services offered by the University and your student experience on areas other than your
programme of study. These surveys will be completely anonymous.
You can expect to receive a report on any issues that have been identified. The report would
also describe the measures taken to resolve any problems. All reports will be an item for
discussion during Boards of Study and will, where necessary, be reported upon during the
quality/annual monitoring process. This process will be reviewed on a regular basis, to ensure
that it is effective in helping provide a good quality experience for students.
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Suggestions and Complaints
We welcome your suggestions on how we might improve your experience of university life,
even when this takes the form of a complaint about a service, a member of staff or another
student.
If you have a suggestion or a complaint about any aspect of university life, raise it with the
person concerned in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the outcome you can
progress the matter through informal and formal procedures step by step up the management
structure of the university. Full details of these steps are available in the University
Regulations (www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/) within the Student Complaints and Grievance
Procedures.
If you are not sure who to speak to, seek advice from a school office or advice centre. If the
matter is serious, talk directly to your school's Director of Resources.
If something goes wrong we aim to put it right as quickly as possible. Your advice and
comments are essential.
APPENDICES
A. Accessing University IT systems
B. Programme Specification and Curriculum Map
C. Module Narratives
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A. Accessing University IT systems
Logging onto the computer network
This enables you to use computers in the Learning Resources Centres or anywhere else on a
Middlesex University Campus. To access a computer you will need:
1. Your IT User ID: thisis printed on the back of your student card, consisting of
your initials and three or more digits, e.g. SO807
2. Your Password: this is yourStudent Number + mmm, where mmm is the month
(in lower case) of your date of birth. e.g.
 Student Number = M00123456 (If your Student Number is all numeric,
please insert an UPPERCASE M at the beginning of your password.)
 Date of Birth = 27th June 1989
 Password = M00123456jun
3. You will need to change your password the first time you login. Your new
password MUST include the following:
- at least 8 characters
- at least one letter in UPPERCASE
- at least one letter in lowercase
- at least one number
e.g. Sunsh1ne or Monday63
For further information and assistance go to: http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/email/index.htm
Logging onto OASISplus
To access OASISplus take the following steps:
1. From the 24-7 website click on the ‘OASISplus’ link or alternatively type
http://oasisplus.mdx.ac.uk/
2. Click on the ‘MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY’ link to take you to the login page.
3. Enter your Username. This is your Student Number and can be found on your
student card.
4. For the most up to date information about OASISplus passwords please
go to:http://www.lr.mdx.ac.uk/helpsheets/getting_started/Howtologin.pdf
5. You should now be able to see the list of modules for which you are registered
although only those with content will be listed here. Click on the module name to
access the materials, discussions, assignments and other activities within the
module.
For more information and troubleshooting advice visit the OASISplus pages on 24-7 at
http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/oasisplus/index.htm
Logging onto Athens
Your Athens username and password will enable you to access the full text databases or
journal articles that the library subscribe to; wherever you are - on or off-campus; in the UK
and abroad.
1. Enter your User ID and Password = these are the same as for the computer
network. But please note that the initial password will not work off campus so if
you have not yet changed or cannot change your password on campus then
please apply to a helpdesk for your password.
2. There are two ways to use Athens: you will usually be asked to login when
accessing a specific article. Alternatively you can login once to all the resources
authenticated by Athens at:http://www.lr.mdx.ac.uk/lib/athens
Logging ontoMISIS
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1. From the 24-7 website click on the ‘MISIS’ link or alternatively type
http://misis.mdx.ac.uk
2. Enter your Username. This is your Student Number and can be found on your
student card.
3. Enter your PIN. If you are logging on for the first time, your default password
will be your date of birth (DDMMYY).
4. You will need to change your password the first time you login, and create a
six-digit number.
For further information and assistance go to: http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/misis/
Logging ontoyour Middlesex University email account
1. From the 24-7 website click on the ‘Student email’ link or alternatively type
http://www.outlook.com
2. Your email address and login is: ITuserID@live.mdx.ac.uk
3. YourIT User ID: thisis printed on the back of your student card, consisting of
your initials and three or more digits, e.g. SO807@live.mdx.ac.uk
4. Your Password: this is yourStudent Number + mmm, where mmm is the
month (in lower case) of your date of birth. e.g.
 Student Number = M00123456 (If your Student Number is all numeric,
please insert an UPPERCASE M at the beginning of your password.)
 Date of Birth = 27th June 1989
 Password = M00123456jun
5. You will asked to complete a simple registration and change your password
the first time you login
For further information and assistance go to: http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/email/login.htm
Logging ontoyour Sky Drive online file store
1. This provides you with 25GB of online storage which can be accessed at
http://www.skydrive.live.com
2. Your User ID and Password are the same as your email account
For further information and assistance go to: http://www.24-7.mdx.ac.uk/email/login.htm
Logging ontothe Library catalogue
1. Access the library catalogue at: http://library.mdx.ac.uk
2. Enter your Borrower ID. This is your Student Number and can be found on
your student card.
3. Enter your PIN. Your password will be your date of birth (DDMMYY). If you are
unsuccessful type in the default PIN number: 111111
If you have difficulties accessing any university system please contact the computing
helpdesk on your campus or the Web Helpdesk available online at
http://webhelpdesk.mdx.ac.uk/
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B. Programme Specification and Curriculum Map for BSc Hons Sport
and Exercise Rehabilitation
1. Awarding institution
Middlesex University
2. Teaching institution
Middlesex University
3. Programme accredited by
Not Applicable
4. Final qualification
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation
5. Programme title
Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation
6. JACS code (or other relevant coding
system)
C600
7. Relevant QAA subject benchmark
group(s)
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism
8. Academic Year
2011/12
9. Reference points
The following reference points were used in designing the Programme.
Internal documentation:
i. Middlesex University (2006) Learning Framework Document
ii. Middlesex University (2010/11) Guide and Regulations. London. MU
iii. Middlesex University: QAAS Procedures, London, MU
External Documentation:
i. BASRaT (2010) Role Delineation, BASRaT Handbook.
ii. Quality Assurance Agency (2010) Framework for Higher Qualifications, London, QAA
iii. Quality Assurance Agency (2010) QAA Subject Benchmarking Group: Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and
Tourism (Unit 25)
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10. Aims of the programme
The programme has been based on its American equivalent in Athletic Training and builds on this concept,
emphasising injury prevention, primary health care and lifestyle management.
The Programme aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills:
1. To develop into a professional practitioners with an appreciation of the need for continuing professional
development
2. To recognise potential causes of injury and ability to devise and implement strategies to reduce risk of
injury.
3. To recognise and evaluate the health status of an individual to determine the appropriate evidence-based
interventions
4. To facilitate the recovery of function, return physical activity or high performance using evidence-based
therapeutic and exercise interventions
5. To provide immediate care following acute injury or illness
Teaching focuses on important interrelations between knowledge, skill development and professional practice.
An important aim is to produce autonomous professional Graduate Sports Rehabilitators capable of working in
diverse areas of rehabilitation and injury prevention to this end.
11. Programme outcomes- the programme offers opportunities for students to achieve
and demonstrate the following learning outcomes.
A. Knowledge and understanding –
On completion of this programme the successful
student will have knowledge and understanding of :
1. Human anatomy and physiology with reference to
exercise, health, development and aging
2. Immediate care and referral procedures for acute
injuries to and illnesses of the physically active
3. General medical conditions and disabilities of the
physically active and the progression of injuries,
illnesses and diseases in the physically active
4. Administration and management of a health care
facility and venues providing health care for the
physically active
5. Laboratory and clinical skills necessary for
assessing and treating injuries and illnesses of the
physically active
6. Nutritional aspects of the physically active
7. Pharmacological applications including indications,
contraindications, precautions, interactions, and
governing regulations relevant to the treatment of
injuries and illnesses of the physically active
8. Professional responsibilities, opportunities for
professional development, national regulatory
agencies and standards
9. The social, psychological and physical behaviours
of the physically active
10. Risk management and programmes to prevent
injuries to and illnesses of the physically active
11. The principles of safe and effective training for
variety of clients including elite athletes and special
populations taking into national and professional
bodies guidelines and the client’s social and cultural
background
12. The efficacy of therapeutic exercise programmes
for the rehabilitation/reconditioning of injuries to and
illnesses of the physically active
13. The efficacy of therapeutic modalities in the
treatment of injuries to and illnesses of the
physically active
14. Research methods and process related to exercise
and health
Teaching/learning methods
Students gain knowledge and understanding through
attending lectures, participatory seminars, small group
discussions, directed learning, laboratory and practical
clinical sessions and on placement. An understanding
of the subject is both summatively and formatively
assessed.
B. Cognitive (thinking) skills
Teaching/learning methods
Students learn cognitive skills through lectures,
discussions, formative assessment, peer-review of
seminar presentations, debates and directed reading.
On completion of this programme the successful
student will be able to:
1. Critically apply theoretical perspectives to
professional issues
2. Critically reflect upon professional practice to
Assessment
Students’ knowledge and understanding is assessed by
seminar presentations, written assignments, laboratory
reports and unseen examinations.
Assessment
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identify areas of good practice and areas needing
further development
Critically evaluate appropriate research and
published literature, debate and articulate ideas,
protocols and actions
Assess the need for immediate care at point of
contact
Identify injury and illness risk factors that a
physically active person may encounter, devise and
evaluate a risk management and prevention
programme
Design, implement, document and evaluate the
efficacy of rehabilitation interventions to prevent or
manage injuries to and illnesses of the physically
active
Students’ cognitive skills are assessed by written work,
peer-assessment, self-assessment, examinations and
case studies.
C. Practical skills
On completion of the programme the successful
student will be able to:
1. Administer appropriate immediate care at point of
contact
2. Assess the nature and extent of the injury or illness
in the physically active
3. Select and administer method for assessing health,
injuries and illnesses of the physically active
4. Execute the appropriate rehabilitative technique to
prevent or manage injuries or illnesses in the
physically active within a safe environment
5. Recognise and respond to ethical and safety
issues which directly pertain to clinical practice
including relevant legislation and professional
codes of conduct
6. Design, carryout and communicate research using
appropriate media
Teaching/learning methods
Students learn practical skills through attending
laboratory classes, formative assessment, clinical skills
sessions and work experience.
D. Graduate Skills
Teaching/learning methods
Students acquire graduate skills through reading, group
work exercises, structured and directed learning,
reflection and development of portfolio material,
formative assessment and on placement.
3.
4.
5.
6.
On completion of this programme the successful
student will be able to:
1. Develop communication and presentation skills
2. Demonstrate teamwork and interpersonal skills
3. Competently use of information technology
4. Demonstrate competence in numeracy and problem
solving techniques
5. Develop Personal career plans
6. Develop an autonomous and reflective approach to
lifelong learning
Assessment
Students’ practical skills are assessed by practical
examinations, laboratory reports, and logbook and on
supervisor reports.
Assessment
Students’ graduate skills are assessed by written work
in the form of portfolios, case studies, logbook,
presentations, peer assessment and self-assessment
and project work.
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12. Programme structure and requirements, levels, modules, credits and qualifications
12. 1 Overall structure of the programme
The programme can normally be studied over three years full time or minimum of five years part-time.
The programme is modular comprising a total of 360 credit points, including a 30-credit placement module.
12.2 Levels and modules.
Level 1 Modules
COMPULSORY
DESIGANTED
OPTIONAL
Students must take
all of the following
SES1240
SES1241
SES1242
SES1243
Students must also
choose at least one
of the following
modules:
Not applicable
None
COMPULSORY FOR
PATHWAYS
OPTIONAL
PROGRESSION
REQUIREMENTS
Students must also
choose at least one
of the following
modules:
Not applicable
None
Completion of all level 5
modules.
OPTIONAL
PROGRESSION
REQUIREMENTS
None
Completion of all level 6
modules.
Level 2 Modules
COMPULSORY
Students must take
all of the following
SES2203
SES2222
SES2223
SES2224
Level 3 Modules
COMPULSORY
Students must take
all of the following
SES3330
SES3901
SES3111
SES3341
Students must also
choose at least one
of the following
modules:
Not applicable
PROGRESSION
REQUIREMENTS
Successful competition of all
level 4 modules
13. A curriculum map relating learning outcomes to modules1
See below
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14. Criteria for admission to the Programme
Candidates must be able to satisfy the general admissions requirements of Middlesex University in
one of the following ways.
The normal minimum age of 18 years old.
A levels: minimum 280 points (to include 3 complete A levels) plus GCSEs grades A to C in mathematics,
English
Science OR BTEC National Diploma (OR EQUIVALENT SUCH AS THE NEW SPORTS DIPLOMA), Science
course (equivalent tariff to above). Science at a minimum of a C required.
Applications from candidates without formal qualifications are welcome, providing they can show appropriate levels
of relevant ability and experience; they would need to make a claim for accreditation of prior learning (APL).
Exemptions from parts of the degree programmes are possible. Claimants seeking accreditation of prior learning
and experience must apply to the university and may be required to present a portfolio in support of their claims.
In addition for Overseas students: a qualification demonstrating competence in English (e.g. TOEFL 550, IELTS
6.0) if English is not the first language.
The Programme is not suitable for individuals with profound physical or visual impairment.
15. Information about assessment regulations
Regulations follow those set out in the Middlesex University Guide and Regulations.
16. Indicators of quality
Professional accreditation by BASRAT
High level of tutorial support
Experienced lecturers
Positive external examiner comments
Positive student comments
Positive placement supervisor comments
Student academic achievements
17. Particular support for learning
ILRS facilities at Middlesex including CAL suite and internet access.
Access to English Language and Learning Support
Specialist laboratory and clinical facilities for the development of practical skills
Support for modules available on Oasis.
18. Methods for evaluating and improving the quality and standards of learning
Module and Programme Evaluation by staff and students. Programme and School Board of Studies held each
semester. External Examiner Reports. Peer review of Teaching. Programme Annual Monitoring and Action Plan.
Communication with Teaching and Learning Development team. Staff appraisal and development schedule
regularly monitored. HEA and LTSN network.
19. Placement opportunities, requirements and support
There are placements at the end of the first and second year and throughout the third year. A student must
complete a minimum of 400 placements hours in health and fitness centre, sports injury clinic and sports club.
Students can go on placements overseas during the summer period of the second year.
Before students can commence their placements, they must pass the earlier modules. Students will receive help
with identifying a suitable placement, and writing letters of application. There are 3 placement workshops
scheduled during the second and final year to assist students with their placements. On placement, each student
will be allocated a supervisor, who will be employedby the placement centre. The supervisor will provide the
student with learning opportunities, enabling students to achieve the learning outcome of the module. Each
placement will be allocated a placement tutor, who will strive to ensure students gain the most educationally from
the placement.
20. Future careers: how the programme supports graduates’ future career
development
Graduates will be qualified to pursue a career as a Graduate Sports Rehabilitator under BASRaT, engage in
research, or in teaching at schools, further or higher education institutions. They can be employed by sport
rehabilitation clinics, health clinics, elite or amateur sports teams, the leisure and fitness industry, or self employed.
Suitable graduates can undertake postgraduate studies particularly in the areas of Sports Rehabilitation ,
Physiotherapy or Strength & Conditioning .
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Curriculum map for Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation
Module
Code
Programme Outcomes
A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
11
13
14
Professional
Skills and
Clinical
Experience
Fundamentals
of Anatomy &
Human
Movement
Fundamentals
of Health and
Fitness
training
Fundamentals
of Sport &
Exercise
Science
Applied Sport
Science and
Research
Methods
Sports
Injuries and
therapeutics
Assessment
and
Corrective
Exercise
SES1244
Applied
Biomechanics
and
Physiology
Research
Project
Advanced
Soft Tissue
Skills
Advanced
Clinical
Practice
Professional
Practice
SES2222
X
SES1240
X
SES1241
X
SES1243
X
SES 2203
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
A12 A13
X
X
X
X
X
X
SES2223
SES3330
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
x
SES2224
A14 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
SES3111
x
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
x
x
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
x
SES3341
x
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
x
x
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
x
SES3901
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Programme learning outcomes
X
X
X
X
X
A: Knowledge and understanding of
C: Practical skills
Administer appropriate immediate care at point of contact
A1
Human anatomy and physiology with reference to exercise, health, movement, development
and aging
C1
A2
Immediate care and referral procedures for acute injuries to and illnesses of the physically
active
C2
A3
General medical conditions and disabilities of the physically active and the progression of
injuries, illnesses and diseases in the physically active
Assess the nature and extent of the injury or illness in the physically active
Select and administer method for assessing health, injuries and illnesses of the physically active
C3
Execute the appropriate rehabilitative technique to prevent or manage injuries or illnesses in the
physically active within a safe environment
A4
Administration and management of a health care facility and venues providing health care for
the physically active
C4
A5
Laboratory and clinical skills necessary for assessing and treating injuries and illnesses of the
physically active
C5
Recognise and respond to ethical and safety issues which directly pertain to clinical practice
including relevant legislation and professional codes of conduct
C6
Design, carryout and communicate research using appropriate media.
Nutritional requirements of the physically active
A6
A7
A8
A9
A10
Pharmacological applications including indications, contraindications, precautions, interactions,
and governing regulations relevant to the treatment of injuries and illnesses of the physically
active
Professional responsibilities, opportunities for professional development, national regulatory
agencies and standards
The social, psychological and physical behaviours of the physically active
Risk management and programmes to prevent injuries to and illnesses of the physically active
A12
The principles of safe and effective training for variety of clients including elite athletes and
special populations taking into national and professional bodies guidelines and the client’s
social and cultural background
The efficacy of therapeutic exercise programmes for the rehabilitation/reconditioning of injuries
to and illnesses of the physically active.
A13
The efficacy of therapeutic modalities in the treatment of injuries to and illnesses of the
physically active.
A11
Research methods and process related to exercise and health
A14
B: Cognitive skills
D: Key skills
Critically apply theoretical perspectives to professional issues
B1
B2
Critically reflect upon professional practice to identify areas of good practice and areas
needing further development
D1
Develop communication and presentation skills
D2
Demonstrate teamwork and interpersonal skills
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B3
Critically evaluate appropriate research and published literature, debate and articulate ideas,
protocols and actions
D3
Competently use of information technology
D4
Demonstrate competence in numeracy and problem solving techniques
D5
Develop Personal career plans
D6
Develop an autonomous and reflective approach to lifelong learning
Assess the need for immediate care at point of contact
B4
B5
B6
Identify injury and illness risk factors that a physically active person may encounter, devise and
evaluate a risk management and prevention programme
Design, implement, document and evaluate the efficacy of rehabilitation interventions to
prevent or manage injuries to and illnesses of the physically active
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Contact Hours and Self-Directed Study across the SER Programme
Code
SES1244
SES1240
SES1243
SES1241
SES2203
SES2223
SES2222
SES2224
SES3330
SES3341
SES3111
SES3901
Professional Responsibility and Development
Module
Lecture
Lab/Seminar
Professional Skills and Clinical
Experience
Fundamentals of Anatomy and
Human Movement
Fundamentals of Sport and
Exercise Science
Fundamentals of Health and
Fitness
Applied Sport and Exercise
Research Methods
Assessment and Corrective
Exercise
Applied Biomechanics and
Physiology
Sports Injuries and
Therapeutics Modalities
Research Project
Advanced Clinical Practice
Advanced Soft Tissue and
Clinical Skills
Professional Practice
1
1.5
3 x 10
1.5 x 12
1.5
Independent
Study
3
3
2
0
262
362
186
1.5
1.5
1
3
0
168
1.5
1.5
1
3
12
180
1
1
1
3
0
144
1.5
1.5
3
3
15
231
1
2
2
3
0
192
1.5
1.5
3
3
0
216
4
1.5
1.5
4
2
2
4
3
3
120
3
3
0
0
0
132
294
288
6
6
40
400
100
0
552
1.5 x12
Facilitated Study
CPD
total
100
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BASRaT Mapping of Competences to SER
Code
SES1244
SES1240
SES1243
SES1241
SES2203
SES2223
SES2222
SES2224
SES3330
SES3341
SES3111
SES3901
Professional Responsibility and Development
A
B
Record Keeping
Professional Practice –
Conduct and Ethical Issues
Professional Skills and Clinical Experience
K1-3
K1-3
S4-5
S1-6
Fundamentals of Anatomy and Human Movement
Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Science
Fundamentals of Health and Fitness
K3
Applied Sport and Exercise Research Methods
Assessment and Corrective Exercise
K4
Applied Biomechanics and Physiology
Sports Injuries and Therapeutics Modalities
K1-3
K1-3
S1-2
S1-6
Research Project
Advanced Clinical Practice
K1-3
S1-6
Advanced Soft Tissue and Clinical Skills
Professional Practice
K1-3
K1-3
S1-2
S1-6
Module
C
Professional Practice –
Performance Issues
K1-6
S1-4
K1-6
S1-4
Code
SES1244
SES1240
SES1243
SES1241
SES2203
SES2223
SES2224
SES2222
SES3330
SES3341
SES3111
SES3901
Module
Professional Skills and Clinical
Experience
Fundamentals of Anatomy and
Human Movement
Fundamentals of Sport and
Exercise Science
Fundamentals of Health and
Fitness
Applied Sport and Exercise
Research Methods
Assessment and Corrective
Exercise
Sports Injuries and Therapeutics
Modalities
Applied Biomechanics and
Physiology
Research Project
Advanced Clinical Practice
Advanced Soft Tissue and Clinical
Skills
Professional Practice
A
Risk
Assessment
and
management
K1-4
S1-2
Prevention
B
Pre-Participation
Screening
C
Prophylactic
Interventions
D
Health and
safety
E
Risk
Associated with
Environmental
Factors
K1-3
S1-2
K1-5
S1-3
K1-5
S1-3
K1-5
S1-3
K1-3
S1-2
K2-3
S2-3
K1-5
S1-2
K1,3,4
K1-4
S1-2
K1-5
S1-2
K1-3
S1-2
K1-4
S1-4
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Code
Module
A
Subjective
Evaluation
SES1244 Professional Skills and
Clinical Experience
SES1240 Fundamentals of Anatomy
and Human Movement
SES1243 Fundamentals of Sport and
Exercise Science
SES1241 Fundamentals of Health
and Fitness
SES2203 Applied Sport and Exercise
Research Methods
SES2223 Assessment and
Corrective Exercise
SES2222 Applied Biomechanics and
Physiology
SES2224 Sports Injuries and
Therapeutics Modalities
SES3330 Research Project
K1-6
S1-4
K2
K2
Recognition and Evaluation of the Individual
B
C
D
Neuromusculosketal
Physiological
Additional
Evaluation
and
Factors
Biomechanical
Evaluation
K2-6
S1-2
K1,4,5,8
S1,2
K1,3
S1,3
K7
K1
S1
K1-6
S1-4
K1-7
S1-5
K8
K1-6
S1-4
K2
SES3341 Advanced Clinical Practice
K1-6
S1-4
K1-7
S1-5
SES3111 Advanced Soft Tissue and
Clinical Skills
SES3901 Professional Practice
K1-6
S1-4
K1-6
S1-4
K1-7
S1-5
K1-7
S1-5
K2
S2-3
K1-3
S1-3
K2
S2-3
E
Health and
Lifestyle
Evaluation
F
Clinical
Decision
Making
G
Dissemination of
Assessment
Findings
K1-3
S1-4
K1,4,5
K1-3
S1-4
K4 -5
S3-4
K3-4
S1-3
K1-3
S1-4
K1-5
S1-6
K3
K1-4
S1-3
K1-5
S1-6
K1-3
S1-4
K1-2
S3-4
K1-3
S1-4
K1-3
S1-4
K1-3
S1-4
K3
K2
K1-3
S1-4
K1-3
S1-4
K1-5
S1-6
K1-5
S1-6
K3
K1-5
S1-6
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Management of the Individual
Code
Module
A
Therapeutic
interventions
SES1244
Professional Skills and
Clinical Experience
Fundamentals of Anatomy
and Human Movement
Fundamentals of Sport and
Exercise Science
Fundamentals of Health and
Fitness
Applied Sport and Exercise
Research Methods
Assessment and Corrective
Exercise
Applied Biomechanics and
Physiology
Sports Injuries and
Therapeutics Modalities
Research Project
Advanced Clinical Practice
K3
S3
SES1240
SES1243
SES1241
SES2203
SES2223
SES2222
SES2224
SES3330
SES3341
SES3111
SES3901
Advanced Soft Tissue and
Clinical Skills
Professional Practice
B
Exercise Based
Rehabilitation
C
Performance
Enhancement
K3
S3
D
Factors
Effecting
Recovery and
Performance
E
Monitoring
F
Health
Promotion and
Lifestyle
Management
K1
S1
K1-5
S1-4
K2-3
K2-3
K1-3, 5-6
S1-3, 5-6
K1-7
S1-4
K5
K1-3
S1-3
K1,3
S3-4
K6
S1
K1-2
S1-4
K4
S4
K1-2
S1-4
K1-4
S3
K1-2
S1-4
K1-3, 5-6
S1-3, 5-6
K1-3, 5-6
S1-3, 5-6
K1-6
S1-6
K2,3,6-7
S1-4
K3-4
K1
S1
K1 - 3
S1, 3-5
K1-3
S1-3
K1-3
S1-3
K1-3
S1-3
S3-5
K1-4
S1-4
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Code
Module
Compulsory 1st Aid Course: (Pitch Side)
SES1244
SES1240
SES1243
SES1241
SES2203
SES2223
Professional Skills and Clinical Experience
Fundamentals of Anatomy and Human Movement
Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Science
Fundamentals of Health and Fitness
Applied Sport and Exercise Research Methods
Assessment and Corrective Exercise
SES2222
SES2224
Applied Biomechanics and Physiology
Sports Injuries and Therapeutics Modalities
SES3330
SES3341
Research Project
Advanced Clinical Practice
SES3111
Advanced Soft Tissue and Clinical Skills
SES3901
Professional Practice
Immediate Care
A
Emergency 1st Aid
K1-4
S1-5
B
Evaluation
K1-2
S1-2
C
Initiation of Care
K1-6
S1-3
S5
K1-2
S1-2
K1,5,6
S5
K1-2
S1-2
K1,3,4,6
S1,2
K1-2
S1-2
K1-2
S1-2
K1-2
S1-2
K4
K1
S5
K1-4
S1-5
K5
S2
K1-6
S1-3
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C. Module Narratives
You are advised to refer to MISIS for updated Module Information such as reading lists.
1.
Short Code
SES 1244
2.
Title
Professional Skills Development&
Clinical Experience
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10
.
Level
Credit Points
Start Date
Subject
Other Subject
Module Leader
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
4
30
October 2011
Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation
Sport and Exercise Science
Phil Barter/John Cree
-
(a) Pre-requisite
Automatic Deferral
None
Not permitted
11
.
12
.
13
.
14
.
Aim
This module develops the core skills for undergraduate rehabilitators in professional
practice. Skills developed are teamwork, numeracy skills, the use of information
technology, knowledge of governing bodies (BASRaT, BASES, SoST, HPC, UKSCA) and
the instigation of a personal development portfolio.
Knowledge will be gained in the classification and mechanism of musculo-skeletal injury.
Students will develop competency in medical note taking, client assessment (posture,
Palpation/ROM/MMT) and massage techniques.
Syllabus
1. Students will be introduced the concepts of client assessment and medical note taking
2. The effects of massage on the systems of the body
3. The classification and mechanism of musculoskeletal injuries of the upper, lower limb
and spinal regions
4. Professional Development and governing bodies: BASRaT, BASES, SoST, HPC,
UKSCA
5. Communication for an allied medical professional: Note making and taking. Essay,
professional letter, case and experimental report writing, referencing conventions,
critical thinking, argument construction, and discussion-questioning techniques.
Medical terminologies and abbreviations.
6. Teamwork: How groups work and the roles of members within groups. Establishing
ground rules. Support and conflict within groups.
7. Effective Learning: Identification of learning styles. Information retrieval. Tools to
facilitate learning, e.g. learning contracts and art of reflection. Interpreting the
requirements of different assessment methods. The value and use of feedback in the
learning process.
8. Information Technology: word processing, spread sheets, PowerPoint presentations,
internet and CDROM literature searches.
9. Numeracy: Laboratory calculations. Descriptive statistics. Linear kinetics. Data
presentation and interpretation. Scientific notation.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the module, the successful student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the acquisition of skills required to study at the level required, Use
information technology to retrieve and present information in graphical numerical and
text formats. Outline the roles and responsibilities of sport and exercise practitioners.
2. Reflect on own learning to identify knowledge and skills gained from a work placement
and areas requiring further development.
3. Ethically assess a client, conduct a safe and effective sport massage demonstrating
knowledge of contraindications, indications and varied strokes. Complete correct
medical notes for the assessment and treatment.
4. Show knowledge of the classification and mechanism of musculo-skeletal injury
15
.
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
i. Seminar session to introduce key information, concepts, debates and theories,
facilitate student participation, the development of problem solving, presentational and
social skills(1.5 hours).
ii. Workshops to develop IT, numeracy and laboratory skills(1.5 hours).
iii. Directed study to foster autonomy in the planning and implementation of own learning
and development of research skills and complements or supplements information
covered in class.
iv. Formative assessment to encourage students to engage with the subject, adequately
prepare them for their summative assessment and identify those, who need additional
tutorial support.
Assessment Scheme
A. Formative
1. Draft of at least two assignments to be submitted before the end of the autumn
semester. This should take the form of either of the summative assessments or part of
the portfolio. Student will be required to submit a self-evaluation report with one
assignment.(1000 words each)
2. Practical to assess client handling and clinical skills
16
.
17
18
.
B. Summative
1. Online portfolio containing study tasks (typically to include a research task, an excel
task, a writing task, a quiz and a placement report), to assess learning outcomes 1 to 4
to be submitted at the end of the spring semester. Within the portfolio, student will be
required to submit a self-evaluation report of their 30 hour placement to assess (to
include 20 massage treatments with documentation) totalling 4000 words (100%)
(LO1-4)
2. Group presentation, assessed by the tutor and peers, by the end of the Spring
semester. Final decision on grade will be made by the tutors where appropriate
(Pass/Fail) (LO1, 2 and 4)
3. Quiz to assess contraindications and indications of sport massage (must achieve
above 70% ) pass fail/Fail (LO3)
Assessment Weighting
Seen examination
NO
Unseen examination
NO
Coursework (no examination)
100%
Timetabled examination required
NO
Learning Materials
Books
Massage :
Werner (2008) A Massage Therapists Guide to pathology. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Chaitow (2010) Palpation and Assessment Skills: Assessment Through Touch Churchill
Livingstone
Fritz (2005) Sports & Exercise Massage: Comprehensive Care in Athletics, Fitness, &
Rehabilitation Mosby
Client Assessment
Shultz, (2010) Examination of Musculoskeletal Injuries Human Kinetics
Classification and Mechanism
Werner (2008) A Massage Therapists Guide to pathology. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Bahr (2004) Clinical guide to Sports Injuries. Human Kinetics
Professional Skills
Cottrell, S. (2005) Critical Thinking Skills: Developing Effective. Analysis and Argument
(Palgrave Study Guides). Palgrave Macmillan.
Cottrell, S. (2003) Skills for Success. Palgrave Macmillan, Basingstoke.
Higgs, J., (Editor), Jones, M., (Editor) (2004) Clinical Reasoning in the Health Professions.
Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd.
Jones, M.A, Rivett, D., Dalton, M. (2004) Clinical Reasoning for Manual Therapists.
Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd.
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19
.
20
Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching activities will be offered in
this module:
LECTURE (LEC)
SEMINAR (SEM)
LABORATORY (MLAB)
WORKSHOP (WRK)
TUTORIAL (TUT)
OTHER
(b) Timetabled
(c) Sectioned
NO
Weekly tutorials for
students needing extra
support with their
studies
NO
NO
NO
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1.
Short Code
SES 1240
2.
Title
Fundamentals of Anatomy and
Human Movement
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
14
Level
4
Credit Points
30
Start Date
October2011
Subject
Sport and Exercise Science
Other Subject
Module Leader
Robert Walsh
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
None
Automatic Deferral
Not permitted
Aims
This module aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge of clinical and
functional anatomy. Exploration of the microscopic and macroscopic structure of
nerves, muscles, joints and bone and provides a fundamental platform upon which
to build understanding of applied biomechanics and human movement.
Syllabus
1. Introduction to human movement terminology such as planes of motion,
contraction spectrums, nomenclature and its practical application
2. Movement analysis of sporting movements
3. Exploration muscle and contraction types and how these contribute to joint
stability and movement.
4. Muscle attachments and integrated function.
5. The structure and function of bones and nerve
6. Detailed exploration of muscle groups and joints involved in movement of the,
spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle and foot.
7. Palpation of important clinical surface landmarks, ligaments, tendons and
muscles.
8. Principles of biomechanics and application to human movement
Learning Outcomes
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On completion of the module, the successful student will be able to:
1. Articulate the function and position of the muscles, joints, soft structures and
bone of the lower limb.
2. Articulate and function and position of the muscles, joints, soft structures and
bone of the upper limb
3. Articulate the function and position of the muscles, joints, soft structures and
bone of the trunk and cervical spine
4. Demonstrate knowledge and application of the biomechanical principles
pertaining to human movement.
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
8.
9.
10
11
12
13
i. Weekly, 1.5-hour lecture/workshops where directed learning will be reviewed
and where theoretical and practical knowledge and skills will be taught and
developed.
ii. 1-hour weekly practical reinforce lecture material and practical skills (degree
subject focused).
iii. Additionally students will receive (1 hr of individual tutorial/feedback l support
per semester).
iv. Directed study will foster autonomy in the planning and implementation of own
learning and development of research skills and will complement or
supplement information covered in class.
v. Formative assessment will be used to encourage students to engage with the
subject, adequately prepare them for their summative assessment and identify
those, who need additional tutorial support.
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Assessment Scheme
A. Formative
1. Weekly quizzes and practical sessions to enforce and check learning.
2. Formal OASISPlus quiz at week four to identify students at risk and facilitate
an action plan.
3. Practice VIVA in December in preparation for the January summative
assessment.
B. Summative
1. Viva covering the Lower Limb 15mins (LO1) 25%
2. Viva covering the Upper Limb 15mins (LO2) 25%
3. Viva covering the Trunk and Spine (LO3) 25%
4. OASIS Plus Quiz covering biomechanical, movement principles (LO3) 25%
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17
18
Assessment Weighting
Practical Assessment - Three
Coursework (no examination) - Quiz
Timetabled examination required - No
75%
25%
Learning materials
Anatomy:





18
.
19
20
.
Purchase a full size skeleton or book usage at the university (optional).
Floyd R, (2007) Manual of Structural Kinesiology McGraw-Hill, Europe.
Behnke RS, (2006) Kinetic Anatomy Human Kinetics, Europe Ltd
Hamilton, N and Luttgens, K. (2002) Kinesiology 10th edition. McGraw-Hill, London
Oatis (2004) Kinesiology: The Mechanics and Pathomechanices of Human
Movement. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
 Kendal F, (2006) Muscles: Testing and Function with Posture and Pain Lippincott
Williams and Wilkins
 Watkins J, (1999) Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System Human
Kinetics, Europe Ltd.
Biomechanics
 Hall (2005) Basic Biomechanics McGraw Hill
 NSCA (2000) Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning Human Kinetics,
 Hay (1993) The Biomechanics of Sports Techniques. Prentice hall
Multimedia
www.getbodysmart.com
 DVD Acland's Video Atlas of Human Anatomy (Highly recommend viewing)
Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year
150
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching activities
will be offered in this module:
LECTURE (LEC)
1.5 hour per week
SEMINAR (SEM)
NO
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU)
1.5 hrs per week
WORKSHOP (WRK)
NO
TUTORIAL (TUT)
1.5 hour per week for students needing
OTHER
(b) Timetabled
(c) Sectioned
extra support with their studies
3 hours per week of directed learning
NO
NO
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1.
Short Code
SES 1241
2.
Title
Fundamentals of Health of Fitness
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Level
4
Credit Points
30
Start Date
October 2011
Subject
Sport and Exercise Science
Other Subject
Module Leader
Jon Cree
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
None
Automatic Deferral
Not permitted
Aim
The sport rehabilitator or sport trainer will need to be aware of the benefits and adverse
consequences of physical activity. S/he will also need to be aware of the role of physical
activity in the development and maintenance of health, fitness and in optimising sports
performance. The future professional role of a trainer may involve caring for a range of
individuals, from the elite athlete through to special populations using exercise as a clinical
intervention. The module aims to provide an introduction to core concepts developed later
in the program, stimulate an interest in current issues in athletic health care and
encourage the development of appropriate administrative, communication and practical
skills required for successful academic and professional progress.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
Syllabus
 Concepts of health and fitness.
 Methods of assessment of health and fitness.
 Nutritional requirements for athletes and the general population.
 Exercise program design and instruction including hypertrophy strength and power.
 Acute and chronic, physiological responses to exercise.
 The functioning of the cardiovascular and respiratory system during exercise.
 Pre and post exercise routines to improve performance and reduce injury.
 Psychological considerations including models of behaviour change.
 An introduction to special exercise groups.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the module, the successful student will be able to:
1. Explain the concepts of health, fitness, exercise adherence and well-being and their
relationship to different modes and levels of physical activity.
2. Outline composition of a healthy diet with reference to the food pyramid and nutritional
requirements of the physically active.
3. Design and discuss appropriate safe and effective exercise programmes according to
current guidelines, based on health screening and fitness data.
4. Safely instruct a client through a personalised exercise programme.
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
i. Lectures (1.5hr/week) will outline the theory of each of the issues covered within the
module. This will be supported by links to additional reading to enhance student
learning via OASISPlus. The lectures may also provide an opportunity for student
debate/discussion in linking the knowledge base with the professional role.
ii. Practical workshops (1.5hr/week) will be lecture specific and will provide an
opportunity for directed work to be reviewed and for students to practice all relevant
assessments, procedures and interventions.
iii. Supervised Study (1.0 hr/week) will provide tasks/exercises/discussions on the week
previous topics in a less formal environment.
iv. Tutorial time (Available on upon request) will provide assessment and formative
feedback regarding formative tests. This will be take the form of ILPs and student
feedback on assessed work
Assessment Scheme
All components of the module assessment must be passed in order to complete the
module.
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A. Formative
1. Draft of the case study assignments to be submitted. Student will be required to submit
a self-evaluation report with this assignment(1000 words).
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B. Summative
1. OASISPlus Quiz (25%), to assess learning outcome 1 & 2
2. Practical Assessment 15 mins (25%) to assess learning outcome 4
3. Case Study 2000 words (50%) to assess learning outcome 3
Assessment Weighting
17.
18.
OASISPlus Quiz
Practical assessment
Case Study
Timetabled examination required
Learning Materials
25%
25%
50%
NO
Books
Baechle, T.R. and Earle, R.W. (2008). Essentials of strength training and conditioning. (3rd
Ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
ACSM (2009) Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (8th Ed). Williams and
Wilkins, Media, PA.
ACSM (2009). Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and prescription
(6thEd.) Williams and Wilkins, Media, PA
Zatsiorsky, V.M. & Kraemer, W.J. (2006). Science and Practice of Strength Training. (2nd
Ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Delavier, F. (2010). Strength Training Anatomy. (3rd Ed). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
19.
20.
Websites
www.nsca-lift.org
Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year
Timetabling Information
LECTURE (LEC)
PRACTICAL (PRAC)
SEMINAR (SEM)
TUTORIAL (TUT)
Student Numbers
150
150
150
150
150
1.5 hour per week
1.5 hours per week OR
1.5 hours per week
Weekly tutorials for students needing
extra support with their studies
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1.
Short Code
SES 1243
2.
Title
Fundamentals of Sport
and Exercise Science
3.
4.
5.
6.
Level
Credit Points
Start Date
Subject
7.
8.
9.
10
4
30
October 2011
Sport and Exercise
Science
Phil Barter
-
Other Subject
Module Leader
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
None
Automatic Deferral
Not Permitted
Aims
The aim of the module is to highlight and introduce the fundamental key scientific
concepts and principles, across the three main sports science disciplines of
physiology, psychology, and biomechanics.
Syllabus
The role of the module is to give the students the basic and necessary understanding
of exercise physiology, sports biomechanics and sports psychology pertinent to sport
and exercise science. Topics and concepts to include:
 Introduction to the benefits of psychological, physiological and biomechanical
techniques in sport
 Understanding the sporting personality
 Motivating individuals for exercise and adherence
 Building self confidence
 Managing stress and arousal levels
 Goal setting strategies.
 Body composition
 Homoeostasis
 The respiratory and cardiovascular systems
 The endocrine system
 The anaerobic and aerobic systems
 Linear kinematics and kinetics
 Angular kinematics and kinetics
 Mass/Force/Momentum/impulse
 Newton’s laws of motion
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the module, the successful student will be able to:
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12
13
14
15
1. Identify and explain the key scientific principles of sport and exercise
biomechanics
2. Identify and explain the key scientific principles sport and exercise physiology
3. Discuss how psychological methods and principles can be applied to sport
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
i. Lectures (1.5hr/week) will outline the theory of each of the issues covered within
the module. This will be supported by links to additional reading to enhance
student learning via OASISPlus. The lectures may also provide an opportunity for
student debate/discussion in linking the knowledge base with the professional
role.
ii. Practical Laboratories (1.5hr/week) will be lecture specific and will provide an
opportunity for directed work to be reviewed and for students to practice all
relevant assessments, procedures and interventions.
iii. Supervised Study (1.0 hr/week) will provide tasks/exercises/discussions on the
week previous topics in a less formal environment.
iv. Tutorial time (Available on upon request) will provide assessment and formative
feedback regarding formative tests. This will be take the form of ILPs and student
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feedback on assessed work
Assessment Scheme
A. Formative
1. Draft of the lab reports to be submitted (1000 words).
2. Draft essay assignment to be submitted (1000 words).
Student will be required to submit a self-evaluation report with these assignments.
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17
18
B. Summative
1. Physiology Lab report 1250 words to assess learning outcome 2 (30%)
2. Biomechanics Lab report 1250 words to assess learning outcome 1 (30%)
3. Psychology essay 1500 words to assess learning outcome 3 (40%)
Assessment Weighting
Practical assessment
NO
Unseen examination
NO
Coursework (no examination)
100%
Timetabled examination required
NO
Learning Materials
Books
Blazevich, A. (2007) Sports Biomechanics, the basics:
optimising human performance. A&C black publishers, UK,
London
Carr, G. (1998) Mechanics of Sport, Champaign, Human
Kinetics
Cox, R.H. (2007) Sport Psychology Concepts and Applications
(5th Ed) Boston, McGraw Hill
Hay, J G. (1993). The biomechanics of sports techniques
4thEdition. Prentice hall, UK
McArdle, W., Katch, F., Katch, V. (2007) Exercise Physiology:
Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance. (6th
Ed).Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins
McGinnis, P. (1999 & 2005) Biomechanics of Sport and
Exercise (1st& 2nd editions) Champaign, Human Kinetics
Thatcher, J. Thatcher, R. Day, M. Portas and Hood, S.(2009).
Sports and Exercise Science. Learning Matter, UK
Vanden Auweele, Y. et al. (1999). Psychology for Physical
Educators. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Wilmore, J.H. and Costill, D.L. (2004). Physiology of Sport and
Exercise. 3rd ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics
Journals
 Journal of Applied Sport Psychology
 Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology
 Journal of Sport Sciences
 Medicine in Science, Exercise and Sport
 Psychology of Sport Exercise
Websites
www.acsm.org
www.mindtools.com
www.mindtools.com
www.phyed.duth.gr,sportpsy
www.sportscoachuk.org
www.sports-med.co.nz
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Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year
Student
150
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20.
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year
Timetabling Information
LECTURE (LEC)
SEMINAR (SEM)
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU)
TUTORIAL (TUT)
150
150
150
150
1 hour per week
2 hours per week or
2 hours per week
Weekly tutorials for students
needing extra support with their
studies
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1.
Short Code
SES 2203
2.
Title
Applied Sport & Exercise Research Methods
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10
Level
Credit Points
Start Date
Subject
Other Subject
Module Leader
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
Automatic Deferral
Aims
5
30
October 2011
Sport and Exercise Science
Phil Barter
11
12
NONE
NA
To introduce students of health and social care related subjects to the process of health and social care
research. It is a professional requirement for those working in health and social care related disciplines to
underpin their knowledge with research and evidence-based practice. Professionals need to be able to
access research findings, and through an understanding of the research process and methodology, be
able to critique research and apply this knowledge to practice. The aim of this module is to develop the
students' awareness the research process and to equip them with the skills required in the subject area
appropriate to their target award and to offer some preparation for the final year project/dissertation.
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14
Syllabus
 Knowledge, science, research and theory
 Quantitative and qualitative research
 The research process
 Literature review
 Formulating a research question
 Research designs
 Making sense and presentation of data
 Research ethics applied to health care
 Dissemination of findings
 Evaluating research studies
 Utilisation of findings in clinical practice
Learning Outcomes
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Identify and debate different sources of knowledge
Demonstrate the ability to search and organise a variety of information and literature sources
Identify and discuss the individual stages in a research journey that comprise the research process
Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of the major research approaches and designs
used in health and social care
Critically review a range of data collection, analysis and presentation methods
Demonstrate critical understanding of the relevance of the ethical dimensions arising in the process
of health and social care research
Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of published health and social care research
Construct an appropriate and workable research proposal relevant to the programme of study
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Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
This mode of delivery is supported through student led and teacher
facilitated seminars. Students will be encouraged to work in small groups
both within and outside seminar groups. A blended learning approach will
be used with students accessing resource-based activities using
OAISPlus. The entire core module content is available on the Oasis web
site, along with discussion groups, presentation areas and course
documentation. Students will be required to present their work in class
and be an active member of OASISPlus.
Assessment Criteria:
Students will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence, which will not
exceed 4000 words. The student’s engagement with research methods
will form part of a portfolio of graduate skills that will span their
undergraduate programme. The portfolio must contain a research
proposal summary. Note an assessment task may demonstrate
achievement of one or more learning outcomes
A) Formative Assessment:
1. Elements of the research portfolio will be submitted formatively during
the course of the module. Students may re-work any aspect of the
portfolio in response to module leader’s comments. (LO 1-8)
B) Summative Assessment:
1. Research portfolio 4000 words 100% (LO’s 1-8)
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17
18
19
20
Assessment Weighting
Practical assessment
0%
Unseen examination
0%
Coursework (no examination)
100%
Timetabled examination required
NO
Learning Materials
 Aveyard, H. (2007). Doing a literature review in health and social care.
A practical guide. Berkshire: Open University Press.
 Blaxter, L, Hughes, C, Tight, M. (2006). How to research.(3rd ed.)
Maidenhead : Open University Press
 Grix, J (2004). The foundations of research. Palgrave study guides
 Gratton, C and Jones, I (2010) Research methods for sports studies.
(2nd ed.) London: Routledge
 Gomm, R. (2004) Social research methodology: A critical introduction.
Basingstoke: Palgrave MacMillan
 May, T. (2001) Social Research: Issues, methods and processes (3rd
ed). Buckingham: Open University Press
 Thomas, J.R, Nelson, J.K. Silverman, S (2005). Research methods in
physical activity (5th ed). Champaign: Human Kinetics
Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year 150
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year 150
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year 150
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year 150
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year 150
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching activities will be
offered in this module:
LECTURE (LEC)
1 Hr
SEMINAR (SEM)
NO
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU)
1 hr
WORKSHOP (WRK)
NO
TUTORIAL (TUT)
Weekly tutorials for students needing extra
support with their studies
OTHER
NO
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1.
Short Code
SES 2222
2.
Title
Applied Biomechanics and Physiology
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Level
Credit Points
Start Date
Subject
Other Subject
5
30
October 2011
Sport and Exercise Science
-
8.
9.
10.
Stuart Miller
-
11.
12.
Module Leader
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
Automatic Deferral
Aims
13.
This module aims to enable students to understand the physiological basis of human
movement from the cortex to skeletal muscle. To understand the mechanical basis of human
movement from Newton’s laws to the kinematics and kinetics of sport, exercise, and
rehabilitation. To understand the chronic physiological adaptations to sport, exercise and
rehabilitation. To understand the principles of measurement in muscle, vascular and
cardiopulmonary physiology. To understand the principles of measurement in the kinetics and
kinematics of human movement.
Syllabus
None
Not permitted

14.
Motor control: cortical to peripheral control of human movement; motor units;
neuromuscular basis of human movement; sensory feedback and proprioception; theories
of motor learning and performance.
 Physiological adaptation: cellular, endocrine, connective tissue, neural and cardiovascular
adaptations to: (1) endurance training; (2) strength and power training; (3) inactivity /
detraining and (4) environmental conditions (heat, humidity, hypoxia).
 Concepts of motion: describing motion, movement forces, forces within the body, running
jumping and throwing.
 Adaptability of the motor system: warm up effects, flexibility, muscle damage, motor
recovery from injury, adaptations with age and reduced use.
 Measurement and analysis of human muscle, vascular and cardiopulmonary physiology.
 Measurement and analysis of the kinetics and kinematics of human movement in sport,
exercise and rehabilitation.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the module, the successful student will be able to:
15.
1. Explain the physiological and biomechanical basis of human movement.
2. Evaluate the current research evidence about the adaptability of human physiological and
motor systems and draw appropriate conclusions.
3. Debate the value of different exercise and training methods in terms of the physiological
adaptation and biomechanics of movement and draw appropriate conclusions.
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
i. Lectures introduce key information, concepts, debates and theories.
ii. Seminars facilitate student participation, the development of problem solving,
presentational and social skills.
iii. Practical sessions in human performance laboratory/gym facilitate the development of
manual, observational, analytical, literacy and numeracy skills.
Assessment Scheme
A. Formative
1. Short answer and multiple-choice tests mid-way through the Autumn and Spring
semesters to assess learning outcomes 1, 2, and 3.
B. Summative:
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1. Oral presentation on topic related to laboratory report to assess learning outcomes 2 and 3
(Pass/Fail)
2. A 1500-word physiology laboratory report to assess learning outcomes 1-3 to be submitted
by the end of the Autumn semester (50%)
3. A 1500-word biomechanics laboratory report to assess learning outcomes 1-3 to be
submitted by the end of the Spring semester (50%)
16.
17.
18.
Assessment Weighting
Seen examination
Unseen examination
Coursework (no examination)
Timetabled examination required
Learning Materials
NO
NO
100%
NO
Essential
Enoka, R.M. (2002). Neuromechanics of Human Movement (3rd Edition). Human Kinetics,
Champaign IL.
Schmidt, R.A. and C.A. Wrisberg (2000). Motor Learning and Performance (2nd Edition).
Human Kinetics, Champaign IL.
Wilmore, J.H. and D. L Costill (2005). Physiology of Sport and Exercise (4th Edition). Human
Kinetics, Champaign IL.
19.
20.
Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year
100
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year
100
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year
100
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year
100
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year
100
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching
activities will be offered in this module:
LECTURE (LEC)
SEMINAR (SEM)
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU)
WORKSHOP (WRK)
TUTORIAL (TUT)
OTHER
(b) Timetabled
(c) Sectioned
1 hour per week
NO
2 hours per week
NO
Weekly personal tutorials are available on
request or for students needing extra support
with their studies.
NO
NO
NO
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10
11
12
Short Code
Title
Level
Credit Points
Start Date
Subject
Other Subject
Module Leader
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
Automatic Deferral
Aims
SES2223
Assessment and Corrective Exercise
3
30
October 2011
Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation
Robert Walsh
SES1244, SES1240, SES1241 and SES1243
Not permitted
The module expands the depth of orthopaedic assessment of athletic injuries and their treatment
through rehabilitative exercise. Students will develop skill and knowledge in the recognition and
evaluation of the individual and be able to plan and deliver reasoned exercise based rehabilitation
sessions
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Syllabus
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
14
Muscle imbalance assessment using posture, movement screens and gait analysis
Active and passive range of motion assessment
End feel, and accessory motion.
Manual muscle testing for diagnosis
Orthopaedic assessment of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle, foot and
spinal segments.
Neurological Testing and Red Flags
Principles and practices of therapeutic exercise including; flexibility, strength, speed,
endurance, motor control, balance and proprioceptive exercise with sports specific
rehabilitation progressions and regressions.
Periodisation of rehabilitation programmes
Group rehabilitation and condition sessions
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the module, the successful student will be able to:
1. Conduct an orthopaedic assessment for a range of soft tissue injuries (visual, palpation,
ROM, MMT, Special tests, Neurological Testing)
2. Prescribe, coach and justify rehabilitative and corrective exercise and performance
programmes for a myriad of populations based on the findings of assessments
3. Design and rationalise a exercise rehabilitation programme based on a clients needs and
clinical findings
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of training.
Students may have the opportunity to take the NASM CPT exam to gain REPS accreditation.
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Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
i. Lectures (1.5 hr / week) will outline the theory of each of the modalities and professional practice
issues covered within the module. This will be supported by links to additional reading to
enhance student learning via Oasis. The lectures will also provide an opportunity for student
debate / discussion in linking the knowledge base with the professional role.
ii. Practical workshops (1.5 hr / week) hands on demonstrations of orthopaedic assessment and
corrective exercise.
iii. Tutorial time (4 hrs / student / module) will provide assessment and formative feedback
regarding tests and the application of each of the listed modalities.
Assessment Scheme
A. Formative
Weekly quizzes and practical sessions to enforce and check learning. Practice VIVA in
December in preparation for the January summative assessment. Practice viva in march in
preparation for the summative assessment in April
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Online tasks
B. Summative
1 x Viva covering the orthopaedic assessment (LO1) 40%
1 x Written Exam 2 hours (LO3-4) 40%
1 x Practical Exercise Prescription. (LO2) 20%
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17
18
Assessment Weighting – see above
Practical Assessment - two
Coursework (no examination)
Timetabled examination required - yes
Essential Reading Orthopaedic Assessment:
Shultz, (2010) Examination of Musculoskeletal Injuries Human Kinetics
Kenyon (2009)The Physiotherapists Pocket Book Churchill & Livingstone
Kendal F, (2006) Muscles: Testing and Function with Posture and Pain Lippincott Williams and Watkins
Recommended Reading Orthopaedic Assessment:
Magee (2006) Orthopaedic Physical Assessment Saunder
Reese (2002) Joint Range of Motion and Muscle Length Test Saunders
Reese (2005) Muscle and Sensory Testing. Saunders
NASM (2001) Goniometric Assessment Manual NASM
Semester 2
Essential Reading Rehabilitation Techniques:
Houglum (2010 Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries. Human Kinetics
Prentice, W. (2010). Rehabilitation: Techniques for Sports Medicine and Athletic Training. McGraw-Hil.
Ellenbecker (2001) Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise. Human kinetics
NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training Lippincott Wiliams and Watkins
Baechle (2009) l Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning. Human Kinetics
NASM Essentials of Personal Training Manual Lippincott Wiliams and Watkins
Multimedia
Gary Gray Functional Digest Series DVD
Paul Chek Progam Design Distance learning Manual and DVD
Paul Chek Scientific Program Design Distance learning Manual and DVD
Paul Chek Scientific Back Training Distance learning Manual and DVD
Paul Chek Scientific Core Training Distance learning Manual and DVD
Paul Chek Swiss Ball for Rehabilitation Training Distance learning Manual and DVD
Journals
Journal of Sport Rehabilitation
Journal of Athletic Training
Journal of Strength and Conditioning
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
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Module run:
Year
20
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching activities will be offered in this module:
LECTURE (LEC) 1.5
SEMINAR (SEM)
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU) 1.5
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1.
2.
Short Code
Title
SES2224
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10
Level
Credit Points
Start Date
Subject
Other Subject
Module Leader
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
Automatic Deferral
Aims
5
30
October 2011
Sport and Exercise Science
Earle Abrahamson
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Sports Injuries and Therapeutic Modalities
SES1244, SES1240, SES1241 and SES1243
Not permitted
This module aims expands on SES 1244 introducing the student to the aetiology, pathophysiology of injury and the phases of healing. Students will develop an awareness of models
of pain development and management. The science and application of massage therapy,
electrotherapy, taping and strapping, cryo and thermotherapy will also be explored.
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Syllabus
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1. Pain theory and approaches to pain management.
2. Patho-physiology of neuromusculo-skeletal injury; including contusions, sprains, bursitis,
strains, over-use injuries, dislocations, fractures, meniscal tears and treatments
3. Principles and practices of assessment, note taking and treatment including Medico-legal,
ethical and culturally sensitive aspects of client management.
4. The physiological and psychology effects of therapeutic interventions
5. Practical application of a range of therapeutic modalities in the treatment of
musculoskeletal injuries and disorders including, but not restricted to: massage therapy,
electrotherapy, taping, strapping, cryo, thermotherapy and hydrotherapy
6. Pharmacology and medication their uses and implications for treatment planning and assessment
Learning Outcomes
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On completion of the module, the successful student will be able to:
1. Discuss and explain common musculoskeletal injuries and disorders by considering
responses to healing and pain-response processes.
2. Describe the physiological effects of therapeutic modalities on healing and pain in client
management. Justify and safely administer therapeutic modalities.
3. Discuss different medications, pharmacological effect on the body and how they influence
the rehabilitative process
Assessment Weighting
Written Exam
Quiz on medication and pharmacology (must score above 70% Pass/fail
to pass) (LO 3)
Practical assessment x 2
40%
Massage practical (30mins) LO2)
40%
Electrotherapy Practical x 1 (30mins) (LO 2)
Assignment submission
Poster Presentation
10minutes (LO1)
20%
Timetabled examination required
NO
Essential reading:
Comfort P and Abrahamson E (2010). Sports Rehabilitation and
Injury Prevention, Blackwell Wiley- London.
Therapeutic Modalities
Denegar C et al (2009) Therapeutic Modalities for
Musculoskeletal Injuries. Human Kinetics
Robertson (2006) Electroptherapy Explained: Principles and
Practices: Butterworth Heinemann
Prentice W, (2003) Therapeutic Modalities for Sport
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Rehabilitation and Athletic Training McGraw-Hill
Pathology
Bahr (2004). Clinical Guide to Sports Injuries. Human Kinetics
Brukner, (2007), Clinical Sports Medicine (3rd Ed). McGraw –
Hill
Kenyon and Kenyon, (2004). The physiotherapist’s pocket
book. Churchill Livingstone
Magee (2006) Orthopaedic Physical Assessment Saunders
Shamley, D. (2005) Pathophysiology - for Allied Health
Professionals. Elsevier, Butterworth Heinemann
MultiMedia
http://www.electrotherapy.org/
www.eorthopod.com
www.getbodysmart.comgood for anatomy revision
Journals:
The Journal of Sport Rehabilitation
The Journal of Athletic Training
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Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year
40
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching activities will be
offered in this module:
LECTURE (LEC)
1 hr
SEMINAR (SEM)
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU)
2 hr
WORKSHOP (WRK)
TUTORIAL (TUT)
Weekly tutorials for students needing extra
support with their studies
OTHER
NO
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Short Code
SES 3330
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Title
Research Project
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Level
6
Credit Points
30
Start Date
October 2011
Subject
Sport and Exercise Science
Other Subject
Module Leader
Stuart Miller
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
SES 2203
Automatic Deferral
Not permitted
Aims
This module aims to synthesise learning from the students' undergraduate programme
providing an opportunity for students to study independently and investigate a topic in depth.
It fosters academic curiosity; an inquiry based approach, the employment and application of
research skills thus facilitating the development of a higher level of theorising. Students will
select a topic of personal interest they wish to study further and will manage their own
learning during this module, with the support of an allocated supervisor for this period of
independent study.
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Syllabus
As the culmination of the student's undergraduate programme the syllabus for this module is a
synthesis of their subject knowledge and the application of the research skills they have
developed during their programme. This module will also illustrate the student's achievement
of the graduate and employability skills of effective learning, communication, teamwork,
numeracy, information technology and personal and career development.
Learning Outcomes
1. Critically appraise the fundamental theories and concepts along with contemporary debates
underpinning the subject, illustrating understanding of the relationship between theory and
research.
2. Demonstrate the systematic searching, organisation, handling, critical selection, analysis
and synthesis of a wide variety of different data and information sources.
3. Critically review and evaluate the arguments evident in the literature and/or alternative
sources of evidence pertaining to the chosen topic of study.
4. Articulate the research questions or hypothesis and select and justify the choice of
research methodology and methods appropriate to conduct such inquiry and consider their
scientific rigour in reliability and validity.
5. Exhibit critical insight into ethical concerns, which may arise when planning, conducting and
disseminating both primary and secondary research.
6. Construct critical and reasoned argument, which analyses, evaluates and challenges
research findings, justifies propositions and elucidates alternatives.
7. Draw meaningful, logical and informative conclusions with emergent recommendations for
the future development of theory, practice or policy and the identification of areas requiring
further research. Study, through the dissemination of research findings.
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Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
This module is the culmination of the undergraduate programme and
demonstrates the development of both the students' subject knowledge and
graduate skills.
The overall learning experience for this module will demonstrate the student’s
effective learning skills and ability to manage and direct their own learning
independently. Facilitation and support for this learning will be largely through
individual supervision with an allocated supervisor from the subject team who
shares an interest in the topic under investigation.
To support the learning process and further facilitate learning from
constructive formative feedback a 'learning log' to support the students
learning will be utilised throughout the year.
The learning log will include a range of formative learning opportunities as
detailed below; however, the log itself will form a summative component of the
overall module assessment, and is required to be appended in the submission
of the summative work.
The Learning Log will comprise of:
Supervision Record: Students will be required to meet with their supervisors
on a minimum of five occasions during the module. The process of
supervision will be recorded in the learning log detailing what the student has
achieved and facilitating the setting of future goals. It clarifies the student and
supervisors roles in the development of the work, how the supervisor
facilitates the student's learning, and the extent to which the student both
requires, and utilises the supervision opportunities available.
Specialist Support: As part of the supervision processes the supervisor may
recommend that the student seek further specialist knowledge or advice. This
may be from a range of sources such as clinical specialists, government
agencies, charities, or attendance at specific lectures or seminars. Such
specialist support will be detailed in the learning log.
Confirmation of Ethical Approval: Confirmation that ethical approval has
either been granted or is not required will be documented in the learning log
and endorsed by the supervisor or proof of approval from the appropriate
ethics committee.
Presentation: Students will be given the opportunity to present their
developing work to a group of peers from their programme Peer Review: The
presentations will provide the opportunity for peer review of the students work,
and using guidelines provided in the students will offer feedback on the work
presented.
Workshops: A programme of subject specific workshops will provide a guide
to developing and writing the research project.
E-Learning: Materials to support student learning in their final year projects
will be available on Oasis plus.
Assessment Criteria
Summative Assessment: One of the following assessments will be utilised
to demonstrate achievement of the module learning outcomes. The
assessment undertaken may be prescribed or restricted for different
programmes to meet research governance requirements of some
Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies. Where this is the case only
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the available assessments will be indicated in the programme/module
handbook.
A 5000-7000 word Dissertation, the title and methodology of which must be
agreed with the supervisor in advance and which may be presented as:
1. The preparation of an Article for Publication Prepare an article for
publication in an academic journal utilising the Journal's published refereed
guidelines, with a supporting critical reflective report detailing the
development process and challenges arising.
2. Desktop and Secondary Analysis Review of the Literature A critical
discussion and review of the literature utilising a rigorous 'desktop' research
process in a secondary analysis review of a wide range primary sources
pertaining to the subject under investigation.
3. Empirical Research Project Undertake an empirical research study on a
topic agreed with your supervisor ensuring adherence to research
governance processes.
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4. Laboratory Based Experimental Study Undertake a laboratory based
experimental project on a topic agreed with your supervisor ensuring
adherence to research governance processes.
Assessment Weighting
Practical assessment
Unseen examination
Coursework (no examination)
Timetabled examination required
Learning Materials
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
NO
NO
100%
NO
Bell.J (2005). Doing your research project. (4th ed). Berkshire: OU Press.
Levin.P (2005). Excellent dissertations. Maidenhead: OU Press.
Thomson. A (2001). Critical reasoning. London: Routledge.
Learning materials specific to the students’ individual area of study will be
discussed with supervisor as part of the learning process.
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Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year 30
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year 30
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year 30
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year 30
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year 30
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching activities will be offered in this module:
LECTURE (LEC)
SEMINAR (SEM)
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU)
WORKSHOP (WRK)
TUTORIAL (TUT)
OTHER
(b) Timetabled
(c) Sectioned
1 hour for 4
weeks of the
semester
NO
NO
NO
YES 4 hrs a
year per
student
NO
NO
NO
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Short Code
Title
Level
Credit Points
Start Date
Subject
Other Subject
Module Leader
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
Automatic Deferral
SES3341
Advanced Clinical Practice
6
30
October 2011
Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation
Earle Abrahamson
SES2223 and SES2224
Not permitted
Aims
This module focuses on student’s ability to develop critical thinking and evidence based practice in
the treatment of musculoskeletal injury and rehabilitation. Emphasis is on the linking of skills and
knowledge from all modules and its application to practice. Advanced topics pertaining to integrated
client assessment and treatment will be developed.
Syllabus
1. Business development
2. Fitness testing in Sport Rehabilitation
3. Advanced programme design to include periodisation, performance enhancement and injury
prevention
4. Considerations for the treatment and rehabilitation of special population groups diabetes,
coronary heart disease, osteoarthritis, children, elderly and pregnancy
5. Motor learning and control in rehabilitation
6. Orthotics, design and utilisation
7. Advanced assessments X-ray, MRI, CT Scan and isokentic testing
8. Clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice in the treatment of the spine, shoulder, elbow,
wrist, hand, hip knee and ankle and foot
9. Scope of practice and client referral, safe practice, ethics and codes of conduct (BASRaT). Postqualification learning
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the module, the successful student will be able to:
1. Design, administer and critically appraise a treatment and rehabilitation programme for an injured
individual based on clinical reasoning, assessment and evidence-based practice
2. Create a critical business development plan for a sport rehabilitation project, service or clinic
3. Demonstrate critical knowledge of the psychological factors effecting rehabilitation, programming
for special populations, motor learning and control, fitness testing.
4. Demonstrates the ability to consolidate learning and meet the criteria for successful certification as
a practitioner
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
i. Lectures (1 hr / 22 weeks) will outline the theory of each of the modalities and professional
practice issues covered within the module. This will be supported by links to additional reading to
enhance student learning via Oasis. The lectures will also provide an opportunity for student
debate/discussion in linking the knowledge base with the professional role.
ii. Practical workshops (2 hr / 22weeks) will provide an opportunity to review the directed learning
activities and to practise all relevant assessments, procedures and interventions. Additionally
student will gain practical experience through supervised provision of musculoskeletal profiling
and testing within both a laboratory and field setting.
iii. Tutorial time will provide assessment and formative feedback on the application of each of the
listed modalities.
iv. Directed studies will provide students with opportunity to reflect on previous learning and prepare
for the next workshop.
Assessment Scheme
1 1 x video business case report 20% (December) group (LO2)
2 1 x Case study 25% (May) individual (LO1,3)
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3 Personal Development Portfolio 30% (on going) (LO3)
4 Practical exam 25% (LO 4)
Timetabled examination required
Books
Essential and Recommended reading
Comfort ,P. and Abrahamson, E. Editors. (2010). Sports rehabilitation and injury prevention. Wiley
Blackwell.
Shultz, (2005).Examination of Musculoskeletal Injuries.: Human Kinetics.
Houglum (2005).Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries. Human Kinetics.
Fitness Testing and Periodisation
Reiman (2009) Functional Testing in Human Performance. Human Kinetics
Baechle (2009) Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning. Human Kinetics
Bompa (2009) Periodisation Human Kinetics
Motor Learning and Control
Everett (2010) Human Movement: An Introductory Text. Churchill Livingstone
Schmidt (2007) Motor Learning and Performance. Human Kinetics
Special Populations
Buckley (2008) Exercise Physiology in Special Populations: Advances in Sport and Exercise
Science. Human Kinetics
Psychology
Pargman (2007) Pyschological Bases of Sport Injuries
Business
Plummer (2003) The Business of Fitness. Healthy Learning
Plummer (2003) Making Money in the Fitness industry
Covey (2003) Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Simon & Schuster
Rath (2004) How full is your Bucket. Gallup Press
Tracey (2008) Eat That Frog Simple Truths
Websites
www.emedicine.com
http://bjsm.bmjjournals.com/
Journal of Body Work and Movement Therapy
Journal of Sports Rehabilitation
Journal of Athletic Training
The British Journal of Sport Medicine
Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching activities will be offered in this module:
LECTURE (LEC) 1.5 hours
SEMINAR (SEM)
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU) 1.5 hours
WORKSHOP (WRK)
TUTORIAL (TUT)
OTHER
(b) Timetabled
(c) Sectioned
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Short Code
Title
Level
Credit Points
Start Date
Subject
Other Subject
Module Leader
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
Automatic Deferral
Aims
SES3111
Advanced Soft Tissue Skills
6
30
October 2011
Sport and Exercise Science
Earle Abrahamson
-
SES2223 and SES2224
None
Not permitted
The module aims to develop student skill in the delivery of soft tissue techniques and the critical
appraisal of their utilization in the treatment of injury and dysfunction.. Students are assisted in
developing a critical evidence based approach to treatment and programming.
Syllabus
 Advanced topics in injury treatment and management
 Soft Tissue techniques including but not limited to:
 Static and Active Stretching
 PNF
 Trigger point
 Positional Release
 Positional Isometrics
 Soft Tissue Release
 Myofascial Release
 Introduction to Acupuncture
 Introduction to Mobilisation and Manipulation
 Kinesio taping
 Management of conditions using soft tissue techniques
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the module, the successful student will be able to:
A. Knowledge
1. Rationalise and apply a range of manual and soft tissue therapies based on clinical
reasoning and evidence based practice
2. Critically develop and rationalise a assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation strategise for a
selection of injuries and population groups
3. Synthesis and analysis findings to create sound clinical decision making in regard treatment
and programming.
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Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
i .Lectures (1 hr / 22 weeks) will outline the theory of each of the modalities and professional practice
issues covered within the module. This will be supported by links to additional reading to enhance
student learning via Oasis. The lectures will also provide an opportunity for student
debate/discussion in linking the knowledge base with the professional role.
ii. Practical workshops (2 hr / 22weeks) will provide an opportunity to review the directed learning
activities and to practise all relevant assessments, procedures and interventions. Additionally
student will gain practical experience through supervised provision of massage, taping and injury
advice and management at sporting, dance and athletic events.
Tutorial time iii. Provide assessment and formative feedback on the application of each of the listed modalities.
iv. Directed studies will provide students with opportunity to reflect on previous learning and prepare
for the next workshop.
Formative:
Assessment Scheme
Viva 25% January (LO1)
Viva 25% May (LO2-3)
Written paper 3hrs 50% May (LO1-3)
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Assessment Weighting –
Practical Assessment
Coursework (no examination)
Timetabled examination required - Yes
Essential and Recommended reading
Advanced Assessment
Shultz, (2005) Examination of Musculoskeletal Injuries Human Kinetics
Houglum (2005) Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries. Human Kinetics
Sahrmann (2001) Diagnosis of Movement Impairment Syndromes Mosby
Chaitow (2010) Palpation and Assessment Skills: Assessment Through Touch Churchill Livingstone
Norris (2008) Back Stability Human Kinetics
Flexibility
Alter (1999) Flexibility. Human Kinetics
Positional Release:
Chaitow (2007) Positional Release with DVD Churchill Livingstone
Myofasical Release:
Myers (2009) Anatomy Trains Churchill Livingstone
Manheim (2008) The Myofascial Release Manual.Slack
Hammer (2007) Functional Soft-Tissue Examination and Treatment by Manual Methods. Jones and
Barlett
Joint Mobilisation/Manipulation
Edmond (2006) Joint Mobilisation/Manipulation with DVD ROM. Mosby
Trigger Point
Niel-Asher (2006) Concise Book of Trigger Point. North Atlantic Books
Chaitlow (2007) Positional Release Techniques with DVD-ROM. Churchill Livingstone
Kineso-taping
Hecker (2007) Acupressure Taping: The Practice of Acutaping for Chronic Pain and Injuries Healing
Arts Press
PNF
NASM Kinetic Chain Assessment Video. Library only
NASM Neuromuscular Stretching Video. Library only
Journals:
Journal of Body Work and Movement Therapy
Journal of Sports Rehabilitation
Journal of Athletic Training
Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2015/2016 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching activities will be offered in this module:
LECTURE (LEC) 1 hr
SEMINAR (SEM)
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU) 2 hr
WORKSHOP (WRK)
TUTORIAL (TUT)
OTHER
(b) Timetabled
(c) Sectioned
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Module Code:
Module Title:
Level:
Credit Points:
Start Date
Subject
Other Subject
Module Leader
Accredited by
Module Restrictions
(a) Pre-requisite
Automatic Deferral
Aims
SES3901
Professional Practice
6
30
October 2011
Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation
Jon Cree / Earle Abrahamson
SES1520, SES2222, SES2223, SES2224
Not permitted
The aim of this module is to allow students to develop their clinical skills in the workplace by providing
suitable work experiences. The focus of the module is on experiential and reflective learning
development. This clinical development will build on earlier study, and relate these directly to
musculoskeletal injury
Syllabus
Remember this module relies on student engagement with the placement team. Whilst the module
leaders will arrange a few workshops, the syllabus will be largely location and student led. Students are
welcome to arrange as many tutorials as required with the module tutor for feedback regarding their
assignments.
 Design of risk evaluation tool
 Health and safety at sport or rehabilitation venues
 Application of theoretical and practical concepts in real clinical setting
 The integration of physiological, psychological, nutritional and biomechanical principles in the
rehabilitation of a specific injury or illness
 Further development of evidence based practice during the rehabilitation of sports injuries or
diseases
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Learning Outcomes
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On completion of this module students will be able to:
1. Devise and complete a full risk assessment to identify factors that could cause injury including
facilities and training or illness and evaluate findings to develop the most appropriate injury or
illness prevention strategy for a client
2. Critically appraise a situation before selecting the most appropriate treatment at the time of injury
or illness.
3. Develop an evidence based treatment and rehabilitation programme specific to the clients
requirements, including the application of a range of sport specific protocols and philosophies.
4. Reflect on practice by considering client management and professional practice competencies.
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy
Learning strategies will be largely student-led and experiential.
A 3 way tutorial system between student, placement-tutor and supervisor will be used to focus on
progress achieved.
Students will complete 6 hours of workshops during the placement experience. Some of these
workshops will be student led – These dates are provisional and are subject to change.
 Workshop 1 – Jan 2012 – Placement introduction
 Workshop 2 – May 2012 – Check-up and assessment
 Workshop 3 – February/March 2013 – Assessment and Vivas
Please check OASISplus carefully for details of workshops.
Risk profile analysis of individual engaged in the activity of the chosen sport/dance, or with a specific
illness.
Completion of logbook evidencing 400 placement hours (minimum) of which 100 of these hours must
be with a sports team and at least 200 hours within a clinical setting
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Assessment Scheme
Coursework 100%
70%
30%
Pass/Fail
5000 word case study to assess learning outcomes 1-3
Viva (To assess learning outcomes 4)
Completion of the reflective diary and logbook to evidence the 400 hours of
placement (1-4)
The viva will take the form of a student led presentation to a second year student in March.
Please ensure you regularly check OASISplus for additional announcements and information. Students
who struggle to gain access to the module, must firstly check with the student office that they are
registered on the module and that all fees due are paid.
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The case studies and viva presentations will take place before the Easter break. Once again exact dates
and information will be available on Oasisplus. Extensions on coursework will not be considered. The
final placement logbook with all hours accurately recorded and signed, together with the completion of
the reflective practice pages will be due in May 2013.
Assessment Weighting – see above
Practical Assessment
Coursework (no examination)
Timetabled examination required
Learning Materials
Books
Comfort, P. and Abrahamson, E. (2010). Sports rehabilitation and injury prevention. London: Wiley
Blackwell,
Cottrell, S. (2005) Critical Thinking Skills: Developing Effective. Analysis and Argument (Palgrave Study
Guides). Palgrave Macmillan.
Cottrell, S. (2003) Skills for Success. Palgrave Macmillan, Basingstoke.
Higgs, J., (Editor), Jones, M., (Editor) (2004) Clinical Reasoning in the Health Professions. ButterworthHeinemann Ltd.
Jones, M.A, Rivett, D., Dalton, M. (2004) Clinical Reasoning for Manual Therapists. ButterworthHeinemann Ltd.
Websites
www.emedicine.com
http://bjsm.bmjjournals.com/
Useful Journals:
Journal of sports rehabilitation
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Module run:
Year
Start
Campus Dates
Student Numbers
2011/2012 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2012/2013 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2013/2014 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2014/2015 Autumn HEN
1 full year 40
2015/2016 Autumn HEN 1 full year 40
Timetabling Information
(a) Please indicate which teaching activities will be offered in this module:
LECTURE (LEC)
SEMINAR (SEM)
LABORATORY/STUDIO (LAB/STU)
WORKSHOP (WRK) 6 hours of workshops
TUTORIAL (TUT) Available on request with tutor
OTHER
(b) Timetabled
Tutorials/Workshops
(c) Sectioned
Extended year May 2012 –May 2013
Practice Hours: 400 Total Study Hours: 540
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