Module Details
Module Code: |
PSYC |
Module Title:
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Sport and Exercise Psychology 1
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Title:
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Sport and Exercise Psychology 1
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Myles Kelly
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Module Author:: |
Christopher Nulty
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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.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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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.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology
History and evolution of sport and exercise psychology. Role of a sport and exercise psychologist.
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1.1
Concepts, Definitions and Policies of Health, Wellness and Health Promotion
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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
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1.2
Factors Influencing Health (Social, Psychological, Physical, Environmental and Cultural); Healthy Lifestyles; Effect of Media on Health
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Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
Introduction to psychological skills training (e.g. goal setting, imagery, self-talk etc.)
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1.3
Foundations of Psychological Theories, Behavioural Science and Relationships to Health Behaviour
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2.1
The Effect of Exercise on; Stress; Mood; Anxiety; Depression; Cognitive Function; Sleep; Pain; Self - Esteem
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3.1
Approaches to Behaviour Change; Theories, Motivation, Goal-Setting, Exercise and Specific Target Groups (Older Adult, Youth, Disability etc)
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4.1
Factors Influencing Exercise Behaviour: Adherence/Drop-out; Benefits of Exercise, Well-being, Addictive & Unhealthy Behaviours
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 50.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 50.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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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 |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Estimated Learner Hours |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
6.00 |
6 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
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This module does not have any book resources |
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This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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This module does not have any other resources |
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