Sport and Exercise Science Capstone

Unit code: SCL3002 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
AHE3115 - Clinical Exercise Practice 1
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit is designed to consolidate students’ undergraduate clinical training and provides the opportunity to integrate and apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills that have been acquired throughout the course as they transition into a career as an exercise scientist.


The theoretical and applied aspects of this unit include a critical reflection of the role, scope and impact of professionals who treat clients (patients) who are apparently healthy or may have a clinical condition, informed both by theoretical and professional knowledge from the disciplines of physiology, biomechanics, motor control, anatomy, psychology, exercise prescription, exercise interventions, ethics and career professional development.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Advocate for the importance of exercise scientists and critically reflect upon the scope of practice of various exercise scientists and exercise physiologists;
  2. Elucidate professional learning aims, required job skills and career goals using industry-standard language that is appropriate to the context and setting;
  3. Exhibit the ability to deliver an exercise-based approach for clients with health conditions, injuries or disabilities within the scope of an AES;
  4. Articulate the relationship between the application of skills and knowledge acquired in clinical exercise studies; and
  5. Reflect and review effective collaborative practices within interprofessional and multidisciplinary teams, integrating diverse perspectives and expertise to address whole-person health and human performance needs effectively.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Report
|
Grade: 25%
Reflective Report (1000 words)
Assessment type: Report
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Grade: 20%
Written report based on a practitioner interview (approx 1000 words)
Assessment type: Report
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Grade: 25%
Group Video Presentation (12-15 mins)
Assessment type: Practical Demonstration
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Grade: 30%
Practical Skills Assessment (Individual)

Report 1 - Individual reflection on two graduate capabilities that were developed during placement experience
Report 2 - Reflective Report based on Practitioner Interview; Individual interview with a professional working in a relevant area to understand professional requirements. Word count is approximate as answers to some questions are dependent on the professional and their organisation.
Presentation - Group Video Presentation; Students must record a video advocating for the importance of exercise scientists and critically reflecting on how the degree has helped develop their knowledge and skills. Individual contributions to the presentation will be assessed.
Practical Skills Assessment: students are provided with a case study and an exercise program written by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and must demonstrate delivery of that program.

Required reading

Selected readings will be made available via the unit VU Collaborate site.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Exercise Science (Clinical Practice)
ABHE | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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