Course Details in 2028/29 Session

Module Title	Moral Behaviour and Doping in Sport & Exercise
School	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Department	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Module Code	03 35280
Module Lead	Dr Ian Boardley/Dr Maria Kavussanu
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-30 hours Seminar-10 hours Guided independent study-160 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module will examine moral behaviour (i.e., a collective term representing actions that have either positive or negative repercussions for others) and doping (i.e., use of illicit image and performance enhancing substances and methods) in sport and exercise. We will consider individual difference and social-environmental factors that may lead athletes to act in a prosocial or antisocial manner when they take part in sport, as well as the consequences of such actions for the recipient. With respect to doping, psychological predictors of doping in sport and exercise will be discussed including aesthetic (i.e., body image) and performance (i.e., strength, power, and endurance) motives. Relevant contemporary theory and research will be discussed, and interventions aimed at promoting prosocial and reducing antisocial behaviour (including doping) will be critically evaluated. In sum, this module will integrate theory and evidence from a range of relevant disciplines to develop students' knowledge and understanding on key modern-day issues relevant to moral behaviour and doping in physical activity contexts.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module, students should be able to: Critically assess theories relevant to moral behaviour and doping in sport and exercise Identify & critically analyse psychosocial influences relevant to moral behaviour and doping in sport and exercise Critically appraise dominant methods used to assess moral behaviour and doping in sport and exercise Critically examine interventions designed to improve moral behaviour and reduce doping in sport and exercise
Assessment	35280-01 : A1 Poster : Coursework (50%) 35280-02 : Unseen exam (4 hours) : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: Coursework, poster submission (50%) Examination, two hours (50%) Reassessment: Re-assessment of above components as required.
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