HKSI Paper 6 study plan

Map the athlete pathway stages from identification to retirement, and list the support services available at each stage.

Define the roles of a sports medicine physician, physiotherapist, nutritionist, and sport psychologist within a multidisciplinary team.

Explain the difference between long-term athlete development models and short-term competition preparation.

Identify the key components of an athlete support agreement, including confidentiality and consent.

Describe the principles of sports injury prevention, including load management and screening.

Outline the basic energy, macronutrient, and hydration requirements for training and competition.

Explain how psychological factors such as motivation, anxiety, and confidence influence performance.

Compare the signs of overtraining syndrome with those of normal fatigue.

Explain the principles of training periodisation, including macrocycles, mesocycles, and microcycles.

Describe how to apply the FITT principle (frequency, intensity, time, type) to design a training session.

Identify the physiological adaptations to aerobic and resistance training.

List common sports technology tools used for monitoring training load and recovery.

Analyse the validity and reliability of common athlete monitoring tools such as GPS, heart rate, and RPE.

Explain how video analysis and motion capture are used to improve technique.

Describe the ethical and privacy considerations when collecting athlete data.

Evaluate the role of strength and conditioning in injury prevention and performance enhancement.

Outline the structure and functions of National Sports Associations (NSAs) and their relationship with the national governing body.

Explain the principles of good governance, including transparency, accountability, and board responsibilities.

Identify key ethical issues in sport, such as doping, match-fixing, and safeguarding.

Describe the process for developing sports policy and the role of stakeholders.

Compare the roles of national sports bodies, regional associations, and clubs in athlete development.

Explain the funding models for sports organisations and the accountability requirements.

Apply a decision-making framework to an ethical dilemma in sport.

Describe the requirements for athlete eligibility and registration in competitions.

Integrate concepts from all domains by creating a mind map linking athlete support, training, sports science, medicine, development, and governance.

Practice 30 multiple-choice questions under timed conditions, covering all domains.

Review incorrect answers and identify knowledge gaps for each domain.

Summarise key definitions and frameworks from each domain into a quick-reference sheet.

Complete a full-length practice exam under timed conditions.

Review all incorrect answers and update the quick-reference sheet.

Revisit the highest-weight domains (1-4) using flashcards and summary notes.

Finalise exam-day strategy, including time allocation and question-reading techniques.