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An introduction to the effects cancer has on physiological systems relevant to exercise programming. Students will also be introduced to exercise testing and exercise prescription for individuals with cancer.
| Paper title | Special Topic: Exercise and Cancer Rehabilitation |
|---|---|
| Paper code | SPEX380 |
| Subject | Sport, Physical Education and Exercise |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $1,092.15 |
| International Tuition Fees (NZD) | $5,213.25 |
- Prerequisite
- SPEX 310
- Recommended Preparation
- BIOC 192 or any 200-level PHSL paper
- Schedule C
- Science
- Contact
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
Textbooks to be confirmed
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Disciplinary knowledge, Research, Communication, Ethics, Lifelong learning, Critical thinking
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.- Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to
- Discuss cancer development and the effects of treatment that may impact on exercise capacity and programming for the cancer survivor
- Identify risks and benefits of exercise for cancer survivors at all stages of the cancer continuum
- Develop and administer exercise programmes specific to an individual’s cancer diagnosis, treatment and current recovery status survivors in context of current exercise guidelines
- Critically examine research in the field of Exercise Oncology
