In this engaging module you will explore the research behind a range of contemporary sport and exercise issues. Through critical analysis of the interaction between academic and media sources you will investigate fascinating questions within topics such as nutrition, gender, recovery and children. You will also undertake a detailed investigation on one contemporary issue that you will select from a range of options. This module is suitable for you if you have a broad interest and an inquisitive nature regarding contemporary aspects of sport, or work in the sector.
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What you will study
The module comprises six study topics:
Nutritional recommendations for performance and health: reviewing current debates This study topic will explore the evidence and arguments relating to two contrasting approaches in sport and exercise nutrition – high fat diets and high carbohydrate diets. A nutrition ‘primer’ is given to those new to this subject.
Inequality in sport: what’s gender got to do with it? The aim of this study topic is to consider the arguments and power relations that exist in society that marginalise groups who experience various forms of discrimination and attempt to carve out spaces of recognition from a dominant group. This study topic will explore what role gender plays in the manifestation of inequalities that exist in sport.
In this study topic you have the choice to investigate either:
Option A: Recovery strategies in sport and exercise. You will investigate the evidence behind a range of commonly recovery strategies in sport and exercise including ice baths, compression garments and massage.
Option B: Is there a place for early specialisation in some sports? This option will be of general interest but especially if you are working as a youth coach or in a school and explores the debate surrounding early specialisation in one sport as healthy way of progressing in sport.
Choosing your topic and starting your enquiry – After the first three study topics you will begin working on your own independent investigation of a specific contemporary issue, which could include high-intensity interval training, concussion, nutrition and sleep. This study topic introduces you to these subjects and helps you to respond to an intriguing question using academic and media sources.
Preparing for Presentation This study topic will help you develop your presentation skills in preparation for a one-to-one presentation with your tutor. The skills you learn will also be useful in a wide range of professional roles in sport and fitness.
Refining and Shaping your enquiry This final study topic is designed to help you through the process of completing your independent investigation of your chosen area, which you will submit as your end of module assessment. Whilst this largely involves independent study, you will be supported by activities to keep you on track and online tutorials from subject specialists.
Vocational relevance
The content of this module will help build your knowledge of contemporary issues in sport and exercise that are relevant to practitioners in the field, and will help you to develop your critical analysis skills.
Entry
There are no formal qualification requirements for this module. However, as it is a OU level 3 module it is recommended that you have completed at least one sport and fitness module before embarking on study in this area.
You will be required to read and interpret detailed research articles so your academic skills should reflect these expectations.
If you have any doubt about the suitability of the module, please speak to an adviser.
Qualifications
Excluded combinations
Sometimes you will not be able to count a module towards a qualification if you have already taken another module with similar content. To check any excluded combinations relating to this module, visit our excluded combination finder or check with an adviser before registering.
If you have a disability
The OU strives to make all aspects of study accessible to everyone and this Accessibility Statement outlines what studying E314 involves. You should use this information to inform your study preparations and any discussions with us about how we can meet your needs.
To find out more about what kind of support and adjustments might be available, contact us or visit our Disability support website.
Study materials
What's included
An online study guide, module reader, online assessment resources and study planner, module website.
Computing requirements
A computing device with a browser and broadband internet access is required for this module. Any modern browser will be suitable for most computer activities. Functionality may be limited on mobile devices.
Any additional software will be provided, or is generally freely available. However, some activities may have more specific requirements. For this reason, you will need to be able to install and run additional software on a device that meets the requirements below.
A desktop or laptop computer with either:
- Windows 7 or higher
- Mac OS X 10.7 or higher
The screen of the device must have a resolution of at least 1024 pixels horizontally and 768 pixels vertically.
To join in the spoken conversation in our online rooms we recommend a headset (headphones or earphones with an integrated microphone).
Our Skills for OU study website has further information including computing skills for study, computer security, acquiring a computer and Microsoft software offers for students.
Teaching and assessment
Support from your tutor
You will have a tutor who will help you with the study material and mark and comment on your assignments, and who you can ask for advice and guidance. Contact with your tutor will be though the following methods:
- Online tutorials, which we strongly encourage you to participate in since most students find these extremely useful.
- Online forum in your tutor group.
- Personal email or by phone
Contact us if you want to know more about study with The Open University before you register.
Assessment
The assessment details for this module can be found in the facts box above.
You must use the online eTMA system to submit your tutor-marked assignments (TMAs).
Professional recognition
This module is recognised by the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) and endorsed by PD:Approval, for continuing professional development (CPD) purposes. This means that if you’re a member of REPs, on completing the module, you can claim 16 CPD points.
Students also studied
Students who studied this module also studied at some time:
Future availability
Exploring contemporary issues in sport and exercise (E314) starts once a year – in October. This page describes the module that will start in October 2019. We expect it to start for the last time in October 2023.
How to register
We regret that we are currently unable to accept registrations for this module. Where the module is to be presented again in the future, relevant registration information will be displayed on this page as soon as it becomes available.
Regulations
As a student of The Open University, you should be aware of the content of the academic regulations which are available on our
Student Policies and Regulations website.