Throughout the course you will learn about the reasons why and how some people out perform others both mentally and physically. During the course, we will study a range of Psychological variable that we can use to gain the upper hand on our opponents. We will delve into the science of coaching and how best to learn and perform skills as well as studying in depth and detail all the science that underpins ensuring our athletes are in their peak physical conditioning. You will also investigate the ethical considerations behind the use of drugs in sports and also assess the influence that modern technology is having on physical activity and sport.

• Physiology Task
  Observe a performance in your chosen sport and justify which energy system would provide the majority of the energy to allow the athlete to perform to the best of their ability.
  
  
  
• Skill Acquisition Task
  Discuss the importance of memory and anticipation in allowing Cristiano Ronaldo to header the ball in the dark and to dribble the ball so effectively.
  
  
• Socio Task
  In in less than 400 words, can we ever win the fight against drug abuse in Sport?

Some excellent links to help you with your tasks:

• Physiology Task: Energy Production in Sport

• Skill Acquisition Task: The Science of Cristiano Ronaldo

• Socio Task

When you start the course we will be starting our coursework component that requires you to complete a full analysis of performance. This includes completing an awesome video highlights reel of you performing your own sports!
We will be applying knowledge of movement analysis to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of your performance.