Exercise in Extreme Environments

This module advances knowledge and practical skills developed in previous exercise physiology modules.  Students will explore the impact of extreme environments (e.g. heat, cold, and altitude) on the physiological responses to exercise and critically evaluate strategies to aid performance.  The module will equip students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are required to support athletes preparing for competition in extreme conditions.

Upon completion students will be able to: 

• Assess the effects of environmental factors on the physiological responses to exercise.
• Critically evaluate strategies to aid sport and exercise performance in extreme environments.

This is an SCQF Level 10 module and upon successful completion, participants will be awarded 10 credits.

To view the module descriptor, please visit Programme Specifications and Module Descriptors 

 

Delivery 

We currently expect that this module will next run from September 2025.

This module will last for 6 weeks.  A timetable will be published in advance of course commencement. 

 

Course presenter

This module will be delivered by Dr Laura Forrest.

 

Funding

This course may be available on a fully funded basis to some delegates.  Further details, including regarding eligibility, are available under Funding Support.

If you have any questions, please contact us at cpd@uws.ac.uk

 

NOTE: This is a university module and upon approval of your application, you will be invited to register and then supported to complete enrolment. To enrol on the university system, the first step involves security set-up using the Microsoft Authenticator app; you will need to ensure that you have a compatible smartphone.

Further enrolment information is available at the Student Information Portal.

To access this module via the CPD route, individuals should be ordinarily resident in Scotland.