Course content

The course provides research-based knowledge about relevant theoretical concepts and constructs regarding motor control, development, and learning. Furthermore, the course illustrates how this knowledge can be applied in various contexts in order to work systematically with various motor behaviours both at the individual and group level.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

The candidate

• has advanced knowledge about theories, concepts and models in movement control
• has advanced knowledge about how to establish change in movement skills in health and disease

Skills

The candidate

• can apply theories and concepts on motor control, learning and development in practical contexts
• can critically evaluate challenges associated with changing motor skills in the general population, athletes, and people with movement problems

General competence

The candidate

• can understand and evaluate new scientific literature in human movement science, relevant for practical applications
• can identify, consider and analyze individual and environmental factors that limit or create possibilities for changing motor skills
• can understand and evaluate new interventions, tools, or tests, that are introduced to the health care system (or other relevant domains like for example the school system or sports)

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, seminars, tutorials. The course needs a minimum of ten students to run. In the event of fewer students registered, the course may be cancelled. The language of instruction and examination is English.

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

As for admission to the MSc in Physical Activity and Health. Bachelor's degree or equivalent within relevant research fields or educational programmes.

Course materials

Course literature will be presented at the start of the semester.