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Course Description
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Course Name
Sport and Exercise Across the Lifespan
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Host University
Queensland University of Technology
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Location
Brisbane, Australia
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Area of Study
Health and Exercise Science
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Credit Points
12 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3 - 4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4 - 6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This introductory unit which focuses on the impact of development and aging on exercise and sport participation across the lifespan, beginning with childhood and continuing with each major life stage through to old age. You will explore the factors influencing growth, development of fundamental motor development, influence of growth and development on exercise participation, the contribution of exercise to health, bone health, body composition and the importance of exercise for healthy aging.
Learning Outcomes
Successful completion of this unit requires students to provide evidence of the ability to:- Describe the developmental changes across the lifespan and apply knowledge of the effect of growth and development on performance on exercise performance;
- Analyse and evaluate the exercise recommendations and guidelines across the lifespan as they relate to the development and assessment of skill, talent development, strength, fitness and physiological and mental capacity across the lifespan;
- Recognise and evaluate the injuries or conditions that commonly present during certain stages of growth and development;
- Apply written communication skills, teamwork & collaboration skills and oral presentation skills
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.