Course Details in 2025/26 Session

Module Title	LI Sport Nutrition
School	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Department	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Module Code	03 29267
Module Lead	Dr Gareth Wallis
Level	Intermediate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites	LC Biochemistry and Cell Physiology - (03 23607)
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-33 hours Seminar-8 hours Guided independent study-159 hours Total: 200 hours
Exclusions
Description	This module, Sports Nutrition, is concerned with the study and practice of nutrition and diet as it relates to athletic performance. The module covers the key principles of sports nutrition: carbohydrates for training and competition, fluid and electrolyte needs, dietary protein for athletes, dietary fat and performance, micronutrients and supplements. A particular focus is given to the science behind nutritional recommendations for athletes, as a good scientific understanding is critical to be able to carefully interpret new advances in Sports Nutrition and offer evidence-based advice to sports performers. A further focus is given to the communication of sports nutrition science, as effective and accurate scientific communication is key to ensuring athletes and the wider public receive and can understand credible information.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Give nutrition advice to sportspeople that will support or improve their performance and is based on the latest scientific findings. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of exercise physiology and metabolism as applied to sports nutrition. Produce a group multimedia presentation about a current research area that communicates in a manner that is effective for the chosen target audience.
Assessment	29267-01 : Group Presentation : Coursework (50%) 29267-02 : Exam : Exam (School Arranged) - Written Unseen (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: One group multimedia presentation aimed at sports performers (3-10mins depending on format) 50% Exam (Centrally Timetabled), 50% Reassessment: In case of overall module failure, students will re-sit the failed component/s (with an individual presentation for the coursework component)
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