Training and Monitoring in Sports Physiology (MSPO4292)

Professionals seeking to explore training and monitoring in sport physiology can select this module to enhance their professional development and to contribute 15 credits towards their award in professional development.

Part of Applied Sport Physiology MSc

This module is part of the University’s Applied Sport Physiology MSc course. You will study alongside students on this course. The module is also part of the Professional Development MA/MSc course - a flexible course that you help design to take your career to the next level.

Overview

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:

Critically appraise methods to quantify internal and external training metrics
Devise effective monitoring strategies based on suitable quantitative and qualitative data
Demonstrate critical understanding of issues relating to interpretation.

Indicative Content

Internal and external training load quantification (e.g., SRPE, TRIMP, ACWR)
Use of technology in monitoring (heart rate, HRV, blood analysis (lactate, CK, cortisol), hydration status)
Analytical considerations (validity, reliability, smallest worthwhile change)
The development of an ‘interactive dashboard' for the purposes of athlete data monitoring including Excel etc.

It is expected that all advertised modules will run, but there may be situations where there are insufficient students to make a particular module viable.

Career benefits

Completing this module should have a direct impact on your career where it requires skills, knowledge and ability in the area of applied sport physiology.

Completing work for this module also provides an opportunity to demonstrate your professional understanding and capabilities in annual reviews, in seeking increments and promotions, or job interviews.

Module delivery

This module is delivered in taught face to face sessions weekly on campus.

Assessment

Assessment of this module includes a Case Study where students (for an athlete of their choice) will produce a physiological monitoring program. This will consist of a fully justified description of what data will be collected, how it will be analysed (acutely and chronically) and how it will be communicated to coach and/or athlete.

Entry Requirements

Entry to this module requires registration to a postgraduate award in Professional Development. The module is also available as a stand alone module, anyone wishing to take this module as a stand alone module should contact the admissions team.

No prior study is required for this module, but it is advisable to contact the module leader prior to selection of this module.