By Dr Paul Garner Photo by Courtney Cook on Unsplash Much is made about the importance of applied learning, universities are expected more than ever to prepare students for the workplace by facilitating learning through experience, in ‘real world’ contexts. This exposure to the messy, dynamic reality of action requires the ability to use knowledge that has perhaps … Continue reading “Applied Learning in Practice”
The PhD Journey – Insights From an Applied PhD Student
By Dr Jordan Slack As my PhD has come to an end, it has been a really valuable process for me to review my journey and reflect on how I have developed from a naïve academic coming out of my master’s degree – to trying to push myself to operate and perform at a PhD … Continue reading “The PhD Journey – Insights From an Applied PhD Student”
Build Your Own Playbook
By Dr Tom Brownlee Photo by Abigail Keenan on Unsplash I love the part of a podcast at the start where the host asks the guest how they got to where they are today. It’s interesting to hear the journey different people have been on and the twists and turns along the way. We should be careful not … Continue reading “Build Your Own Playbook “
Pathway to Paris – Paralympic Gold for EDCAP scholar, Megan Richter!
By Dave Sheldon On Monday 2nd September, Megan Richter of Team GB stormed through the Women’s PTS4 field and streets of Paris to win Gold in her debut games as a triathlete! Megan was the first to thank her support team in her post-race interview, acknowledging the incredible work done behind the scenes in getting … Continue reading “Pathway to Paris – Paralympic Gold for EDCAP scholar, Megan Richter! “
PhD students take their data collection abroad whilst helping football clubs prepare for their upcoming seasons
By Dr Liam Anderson With the long-anticipated start of the football season now well upon us, lots of work has been happening behind the scenes in pre-season to help elite players prepare for the upcoming season. Whilst collecting data for their PhD’s, students from the University of Birmingham who are embedded within elite football clubs … Continue reading “PhD students take their data collection abroad whilst helping football clubs prepare for their upcoming seasons “
The Greatest Show on Earth
By Dr Tom Brownlee Initially, I studied and became a sports scientist because I love sport. The last few weeks have helped me to remember that more than ever as I’ve been glued to the Olympic Games – The Greatest Show on Earth! On occasion, this has been sports I have a true passion for, … Continue reading “The Greatest Show on Earth “
The Ripple Effect: The Power of Social Connectedness Through Sport
By Katie Cronin Sitting in a busy coffee shop in the bustling city of Birmingham, I couldn’t help but reflect on the ways in which we connect in this vibrant city. With its endless hustle and noise, it can still feel isolating despite the constant hum of life around us. And yet there are moments … Continue reading “The Ripple Effect: The Power of Social Connectedness Through Sport “
Reflections on the value of my Performance Analysis Placement at UOB
By Jack Blyth – Applied Professional Practice placement student 2023/2024 at the University of Birmingham My student placement in the performance analysis discipline has been an enriching and enlightening experience. Through learning by doing, I have developed both my professional and personal competencies; from knowing little about the subject in September, to gaining the important … Continue reading “Reflections on the value of my Performance Analysis Placement at UOB”
The Ability to ‘Figure it out’
By Judith Coe Higher education establishments are growing in complexity and staffing structure is changing to reflect and support this. Enter me and my new role. I am not stepping into anyone’s shoes; this is a sparkly new role that I have to grow myself. How do I learn to do this? Reaching out and … Continue reading “The Ability to ‘Figure it out’”
Navigating Football Pre Season
By Dr Liam Anderson With the pre season period now well underway within professional football. GSSPP staff member Dr Liam Anderson recorded an educational video with Joe Baker from UoB GPS supplier, Catapult Sports to discuss ways in which preseason can be navigated to obtain it’s desired outcomes. L.Anderson.4@bham.ac.uk