GEN1006 - Wellness in Contemporary Society

Credit Units: 3
Duration: 45hours
Prerequisites: Nil
Module Description
This module explores the nature and meaning of fitness and wellness in contemporary society. The roles, significance and contribution of individual wellness within society are introduced. The module also provides basic and essential information on developing a healthy life-style.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this module, students should be able to:

  1. command a conceptual understanding of the nature and significances of physical fitness, health and wellness in contemporary society;


  2. evaluate the macro determinants such as environmental and socio-economical aspects of wellness in contemporary society;


  3. investigate the micro determinants such as individual behavioural aspect of wellness in contemporary society; and


  4. identify and participate in a variety of conditioning and fitness activities so as to develop and maintain a healthy and active life-style.