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Programme: BScHons Sports Science


 
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Code Faculty
10243026 Faculty of Health Sciences
Credits Duration
Minimum duration of study: 1 year Total credits: 120

Programme information

The following requirements are set for completing the programme:

  • Advanced instruction by means of self-tuition and compulsory seminars on topics assigned to the student.
  • Practical experience of the laboratory techniques used in the particular subsections of the subject.
  • Taking part in a research project and presentation of an independent research report.
  • Satisfactory attendance at a library-user course.

Admission requirements

  • A candidate must hold a bachelor's degree deemed acceptable by the head of department for the proposed field of study or an equivalent qualification deemed acceptable by the Senate of the University for the proposed field of study with at least one applicable biological subject as major subject.
  • Admission to the study for an honours degree is subject to the approval of the head of department: with the proviso that a candidate who has obtained an average of less than 60% in the modules of his or her major subject in the final year of the bachelor's degree study may only be admitted with the Dean's approval on the recommendation of the head of department. Additional requirements may be set by the head of department.
  • The prerequisites for admission to the honours degree in certain fields of study are indicated in the syllabuses of the specific department.
  • Also consult General Regulations.

Additional requirements

The prerequisites for admission to the honours degree in certain fields of study are indicated in the syllabuses of the specific department.

Also consult General Regulations.

Examinations and pass requirements

  1. The examinations in the programme will consist of written papers of three hours in each subject, practical examinations of one hour, as well as an oral examination of 30 minutes.
  2. The maximum period for completion of the honours degree, is two years in the case of full-time students and three years in the case of part-time students. In exceptional circumstances, a student may apply, in writing, to the head of department for an extension of the period of study.
  3. To comply with the pass requirements for the degree, a student must obtain a final mark of at least 50% in each division as indicated, as well as a pass mark of at least 50% for the essay/work assignment (if applicable). The stipulations regarding pass requirements for dissertations in the General Regulations apply mutatis mutandis to essays.

Pass with distinction

The degree is conferred with distinction on a student who has obtained an average of at least 75% in the examination (written, oral, practical, etc).

Minimum credits: 120

Core modules

  • Module content:

    Nutrition plays an important role to achieve optimal health and performance of athletes. In this module theoretical principals of sport nutrition are illustrated through practical application in sport specific scenarios. Sport nutrition-related phenomena are discussed, e.g.iron deficiency anaemia, female athlete triad, nutritional matters of gastro-intestinal distress in athletes, and nutritional approaches to changing anthropometric indicators.

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  • Module content:

    The module examines exercise physiology as applied in a sport science context and includes the normal and performance enhancement physiology of bio-energetics, adaptation of the body systems, environmental influences, ergogenic aids and special considerations such as aging, gender, genetics and fatigue.

    (1 hour contact time per week with work assignments for the following week).

     

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  • Module content:

    This subject promotes the detailed investigation of the theoretical basis of exercise testing for sport-related physical fitness and exercise prescription for improved sport performance, and includes a practical review of measurement and evaluation, exercise testing, exercise programme design and strength and conditioning skills and knowledge. The student will be expected to complete 20 hours of Sport First aid.

     

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  • Module content:

    Advanced biomechanical methods are introduced, including three-dimensional kinematics, estimation of joint loading, and electromyography. These techniques will be applied in the analysis of sports techniques as they relate to performance enhancement and injury prevention.

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  • Module content:

    In this module the focus will be on the execution of a research proposal and writing a research manuscript on the study executed, and the presentation of the research project which includes an introduction, literature survey, methodology, results and discussion, and conclusion and recommendations.

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The information published here is subject to change and may be amended after the publication of this information. The General Regulations (G Regulations) apply to all faculties of the University of Pretoria. It is expected of students to familiarise themselves well with these regulations as well as with the information contained in the General Rules section. Ignorance concerning these regulations and rules will not be accepted as an excuse for any transgression.

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