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Exercise & Quality of Life
Science & Engineering Program
Alicante, Spain
Dates: early Sep 2026 - mid Dec 2026
Exercise & Quality of Life
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: University of Alicante
Location: Alicante, Spain
Primary Subject Area: Health Sciences
Other Subject Area: Education
Instruction in: English
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 60
DESCRIPTION
Physical inactivity is one of the most pressing problems related to health and quality of life. There are alarming data on the impact and prevalence of so-called "hypokinetic diseases" (obesity, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, diabetes, coronary heart disease, osteoporosis, etc.). Through the subject, the student will know and be able to evaluate and teach the different programs that currently exist for individuals of different ages and with different levels of practice, who seek to carry out a healthy and regular physical activity, for the improvement and balance of their physical and mental levels, providing a better quality of life and minimizing the possible risks of suffering from illnesses.
Course will consist of 60hrs of in class work and 90 hrs of independent work outside the classroom.
Course will consist of 60hrs of in class work and 90 hrs of independent work outside the classroom.