EXS-10001 - Module Specification
School of Allied Health Professions
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

The module introduces the normal anatomy, structure and function of the human musculoskeletal and other body systems and provides a basic introduction to movement science.
The module reflects the shifting emphasis away from increasing the quantity of care towards enhancing the quality of care, moving away from a medical disease model towards a health model based on personal responsibility, prevention of disease, improvement in performance.

This module aims to introduce students to the musculoskeletal system role and function with reference to relevant names of anatomical points and structures. Introducing the fundamental laws, principles and concepts that describe and explain the way we create and control movement in sport, exercise and rehabilitation.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Describe the fundamental mechanical laws and principles that underpin human movement and apply them to sport, exercise and rehabilitation activities: 1
Apply aspects of anatomy to sport, exercise and rehabilitation, examining the acute effects of exertion or injury on the musculoskeletal of the body: 1
Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate anatomical and physiological terminology: 1
Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy of the human body that are relevant to sport, exercise and rehabilitation: 1
Assess and recognise normal anatomical presentation and function in the musculoskeletal system using the principles of movement science: 1

Study hours

Active learning includes:
~33 hours of teaching via classroom and seminars
~3 hours of tutorials
~ 20 hours of directed study to include 5 hours of examination preparation
94 hours of independent study by the student

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment