Course modules
What you will study on this degree
Further guidance on modules
Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.
Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.
Core modules
Introduction to Research Skills
20 credits
20 credits
Introduction to Psychology
20 credits
20 credits
Introduction to Biomechanics
20 credits
20 credits
Research Methods 1
20 credits
20 credits
Physiological Responses to Exercise
20 credits
20 credits
Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing Foundations
20 credits
20 credits
Optional Modules
Principles of Applied Sport and Exercise
20 credits
20 credits
Psychological Principles
20 credits
20 credits
Biomechanical Principles
20 credits
20 credits
Research Methods 2
20 credits
20 credits
Physiological Responses to Exercise Training
20 credits
20 credits
Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing 1
20 credits
20 credits
Core modules
Research Dissertation
40 credits
40 credits
Contemporary Issues in Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing Measurement
20 credits
20 credits
Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Interventions in Practice
20 credits
20 credits
Applied Sport and Exercise Placement
20 credits
20 credits
Optional Modules
Cardiovascular and Environmental Physiology
20 credits
20 credits
Advanced Biomechanics
20 credits
20 credits
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Qualification requirements
Irish awards
Irish Leaving Certificate.
A minimum of Grade C on O6 in level English, Math’s and Biology or Physical Education in the Irish Leaving Cert is required with a minimum pass in any other 3 subjects. Full QQI Level 5 major award including study Anatomy and Physiology. In addition, all potential candidates are required to demonstrate competence in English language to English GCSE standard or equivalent.
Alternative qualifications considered
Candidates may be required to be interviewed (Skype) after formal application if the applicant has not completed the Irish Leaving Cert or equivalent qualifications listed above.
International requirements
Other international requirements
Non-Irish/UK students will be required to demonstrate command of English at IELTS 6.0 level (minimum score of 5.5 in all categories) or equivalent qualification.
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