The degree programme examines how individuals’ lifestyles impact upon their health and well-being. You will learn how nutrition and exercise affect the body and impact upon the individual’s health and well-being. In addition, you will examine the psychological and sociological factors which may influence health-related behaviour. The course includes modules which will allow you to develop your knowledge and application of current health promotion strategies.
Course Details - Modules
Level 4; Nutrition for Health, The Science of Nutrition, Introduction to Health and Exercise Psychology, Introductory Exercise Physiology, Injuries and Chronic Disease, Health, Exercise and Society, Professional Development and Practice. Level 5; Dietary Analysis, Nutrition for Sport and Exercise, The Psychology of Exercise and Physical Activity, Health Promotion in Practice, Research in Health and Physical Activity, Work Placement, Exercise Physiology, Health and Well-being in Education, Discovering Outdoor Lifestyles. Level 6;, Public Health Nutrition, Health and Social Inclusion, Perspectives on Health and Physical Activity, Public Policies and Strategies in Health, Independent Study.
Course Details – Assessment Method
The skills of being able to decipher health and nutrition related research and transfer this into ‘real world’ practical applications for individual and community health are developed and assessed over the three years of study. To achieve this, the strong academic focus of the degree is supported by practical modules in health promotion, dietary analysis and fitness and health assessments. Whilst on the course, students learn how to present a balanced evidenced argument through their formal written work, as well as via individual and group presentations. Within the final year students will design and conduct their own research project or critical portfolio in a specialist area of their choice. Specific types of assessments include; essays, laboratory reports, presentations (group and individual), practical tasks, examinations (seen and unseen papers).
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
LB54
Institution code:
T80
Campus Name:
Carmarthen Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Our offer is not solely based on academic results, and the standard offer should be seen only as a guide. We will take your skills, achievements and life experience into consideration and may make offers based on different points to applicants who provide evidence of capacity to pursue the course successfully.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
78%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
0%
Go onto work and study:
0%
Fees and funding
EU
9000.0
Year 1
England
9000.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9000.0
Year 1
Scotland
9000.0
Year 1
Wales
9000.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9000.0
Year 1
International
13500.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
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Carmarthen
SA31 3EP
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