Module Details

Module Code: PSYC
Module Title: Sport and Exercise Psychology 1
Title: Sport and Exercise Psychology 1
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Myles Kelly
Module Author:: Christopher Nulty
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to introduce students to the core topics, underlying theories and basic psychological constructs in sport and exercise psychology.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Explain the major concepts studied in psychology (e.g. personality, motivation, stress, attention, memory, learning, perception), including how they have developed and evolved.
LO2 Relate and apply psychological concepts to the sport and exercise setting
LO3 Identify interventions that may be used by sport and exercise psychologists to improve performance and increase participation in sport and exercise.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology
History and evolution of sport and exercise psychology. Role of a sport and exercise psychologist.
1.1
Concepts, Definitions and Policies of Health, Wellness and Health Promotion
Basic psychological concepts
Introduction to different areas within sport and exercise psychology such as personality, motivation, arousal, anxiety, stress, attitudes, confidence, leadership, group dynamics, physical activity and health psychology
1.2
Factors Influencing Health (Social, Psychological, Physical, Environmental and Cultural); Healthy Lifestyles; Effect of Media on Health
Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
Introduction to psychological skills training (e.g. goal setting, imagery, self-talk etc.)
1.3
Foundations of Psychological Theories, Behavioural Science and Relationships to Health Behaviour
2.1
The Effect of Exercise on; Stress; Mood; Anxiety; Depression; Cognitive Function; Sleep; Pain; Self - Esteem
3.1
Approaches to Behaviour Change; Theories, Motivation, Goal-Setting, Exercise and Specific Target Groups (Older Adult, Youth, Disability etc)
4.1
Factors Influencing Exercise Behaviour: Adherence/Drop-out; Benefits of Exercise, Well-being, Addictive & Unhealthy Behaviours
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Introduction to Sports Psychology Project
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
End of Year Exam

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact No Description Every Week 6.00 6
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
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