Presentation

Educational aims

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The three-year Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sport and Exercise Sciences (180 ECTS) aims to train graduates with solid scientific and technical knowledge in the various fields of motor and sports sciences, with particular attention to human movement, sport, management, education, and the promotion of active lifestyles. The programme, organised over three years, includes theoretical and practical teaching activities, laboratory work, and internships to strengthen applied skills. The learning objectives are achieved through lectures (1 ECTS = 25 hours, including 7 of guided teaching and 18 of self-study), seminars, exercises and technical–practical activities (TPA) conducted in the field and in laboratories, internships in qualified facilities, and individual study based on post-secondary-level textbooks. At the end of the programme, graduates will have acquired: - solid knowledge and skills in the fields of motor and sports sciences and their applications in various areas, including recreational and inclusive motor activities, educational settings, sports initiation, and the promotion of health and well-being; - appropriate knowledge to understand human anatomy and development, and the biochemical, biological, and physiological mechanisms related to movement and the adaptation of organs and systems to physical exercise depending on the type, intensity, and duration of activity, the practitioner’s age and gender, and environmental conditions; - sound understanding of the effects of physical activity and sport on well-being and health, as well as awareness of the risks associated with sedentary behaviour, physical inactivity, and sport-related injuries; - adequate psycho-pedagogical knowledge for the educational and inclusive dimensions of motor and sports disciplines; - sufficient understanding of the legal, economic, and managerial aspects that govern the operation of sports clubs and other public and private organisations working in the field of sport. The core disciplinary content, delivered through lectures and technical–practical activities (TPA) over the three-year programme, will aim to provide: - in-depth knowledge of methodologies, techniques, and teaching of motor activities for preventive, compensatory, recreational, and adaptive purposes, also considering gender, age, physical condition, and environmental factors, as well as the main methods for assessing the components of cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness, including anthropometry and body composition, for health and well-being; - in-depth knowledge of methodologies, techniques, and teaching of both individual and team sports, taking into account gender, age, physical condition, and environmental conditions, aimed at sport initiation and practice, and of the main methods for assessing the components of fitness and performance in sport and recreational physical activity; - detailed knowledge for the planning, implementation, and analysis of the effects of physical and sports exercise programmes for individuals and groups, to promote active lifestyles and encourage sport participation, including the ethical and educational values of sport in school and inclusive contexts, with a focus on fair play and the prevention of harmful practices and substances; - adequate understanding of the principles of anatomy, biology, and physiology of movement, sport, and adaptation to exercise; - awareness of the effects of physical activity and sport on health and well-being, the risks of inactivity, and the use of fitness assessment protocols suitable for different ages, genders, and physical conditions, including for individuals with special needs; - knowledge of movement biomechanics to design programmes that improve posture and support recovery from postural defects; - understanding of the educational, didactic, psychological, and socio-cultural dimensions of motor and sports activities, including inclusive and social contexts; - knowledge of the legal, economic, and management principles governing sports organisations and other public and private entities operating in the sports sector. The learning objectives will be achieved through lectures delivered by faculty members, seminars aimed at deepening specific topics, exercises and technical–practical activities (TPA) conducted in the field and in laboratories, internships in qualified facilities offering motor and sports activities, individual study of post-secondary textbooks, and didactic or scientific materials provided by lecturers or independently collected by the student. Furthermore, the course regulations and academic offer are designed to allow students to pursue individual study pathways including an appropriate number of credits in related and complementary fields not already covered by the core curriculum. At the end of the programme, students will prepare a final dissertation demonstrating their ability to collect information in their field of study, process it independently from a multidisciplinary perspective, and present it clearly and concisely.

work perspectives

Profile: Expert in Motor and Sports Activities Functions: Sports and Exercise Technician Kinesiologist Technician Skills: - Managing and monitoring the implementation of individual and group sports activity programmes; - Managing and monitoring the implementation of individual and group motor activity programmes with an educational and recreational purpose; - Managing and monitoring the implementation of motor activity programmes aimed at recovery and the maintenance of physical and psychological well-being, also within the field of kinesiology; - Managing and supervising individual and group fitness activities. Career Opportunities: - Access to Master’s Degree Programmes LM-47, LM-67, LM-68 - Access to first-level university master’s programmes - Employment in public and private sports facilities - Work with recreational and social associations - Opportunities in media and communication - Employment in industries producing sports-related products

Characteristics of the final exam

To obtain the degree, the student must have earned 180 ECTS credits, including those allocated to the final exam. The final exam consists of the discussion of a written dissertation, prepared independently by the student under the supervision of a lecturer, on a topic related to those covered in the degree programme and argued from an interdisciplinary perspective. The aim of the final exam is to assess the student’s level of maturity and critical thinking skills, with reference to the learning outcomes and knowledge acquired, as the culmination of the educational activities set out in the study plan. The final exam is carried out in accordance with the procedures defined by the Final Examination Regulations of the Degree Programme for each academic year, in compliance with ministerial provisions, university guidelines, and established timelines.