Physiology of Sport and Exercise

This module provides students with an understanding of the regulation and integration of multiple physiological systems during exercise, including cardiovascular and respiratory systems, neuromuscular function, and muscle metabolism.

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Key facts

Module codeSPSU9EP
Start date 25 Sep 2023 Applications will open in June 2023.
Application deadline11 Sep 2023
Duration11 weeks
Credit value SCQF 20
SCQF level Level 9
Fees Scotland: £303; Rest of UK and Republic of Ireland: £1542; Overseas: £3383
Mode of study full time
Delivery hybrid

Overview

The module aims to develop knowledge of acute responses to exercise, understanding adaptations to exercise training, and integration of responses within and between systems.

Days on campus

Minimum of one day per week required on campus. Tuesday, Thursday or Friday on weeks 1-5 and 8-9.

Entrance requirements

Students will need to have taken the following modules:

Anatomy & Physiology 1, Anatomy & Physiology 2

Objectives

On completion of this module students should be able to:

demonstrate a critical understanding of the regulation, integration, and adaptations of cardiovascular and respiratory systems in response to exercise
critically evaluate and interpret the regulation and adaptation of neuromuscular function in relation to exercise modalities
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the regulation, integration, and adaptation of carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism in response to exercise
evaluate the role of genetic markers of trainability and key molecular drivers that promote skeletal muscle adaptations to exercise