HLPE2530 Physical Activity and Health

Dr Kate Ridley

2020

4.5

6 x 1-hour seminars per semester
7 x 2-hour seminar-1s per semester
3 x 2-hour practicals per semester
1 x 1-hour on-line lecture weekly

1 1 of HLPE1530, HLPE1531, HLPE1521, HLPE1550, HLPE1201
2 Admission into BHN-Bachelor of Human Nutrition
2a Admission into BEXS-Bachelor of Exercise Science
2b Admission into BEXSMCEXP-Bachelor of Exercise Science, Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
2c Admission into BNE-Bachelor of Nutrition and Exercise
Must Satisfy: ((1) or ((2 or 2a or 2b or 2c)))

1 of HLPE1522, HLPE1542 has been successfully completed

This topic explores physical activity behaviour and its association with various dimensions of health. Students will be involved in physical activity measurement, evaluation and research.

Students will be provided with the opportunity to:

explore physical activity behaviour using a behavioural epidemiological framework
develop skills in physical activity data collection and analysis
develop literature search, review and critique skills
participate in physical activities designed to promote lifelong participation in physical activity

On completion of this topic students will:

explain the associations between physical activity and health
competently use and analyse data collected from physical activity measures including heart rate monitors and pedometers
describe the correlates and barriers associated with physical activity participation
review, critique and design physical activity interventions
describe the nature of evidence, and locate and review relevant research literature

Key dates and timetable

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