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Module Title	LC Psychological Foundations: Sport & Exercise
School	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Department	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Module Code	03 23646
Module Lead	Sally Fenton
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	Single and joint honour students in the School of Sport, Exercise, and Rehabilitation Sciences; it can also be opened to international exchange students at the discretion of the School.
Contact Hours	Lecture-31 hours Guided independent study-169 hours Total: 200 hours
Exclusions
Description	This module will explore the individual and social environmental factors that underlie participation and performance in physical activity contexts. Specifically, it will cover: - psychological skills which are fundamental in sport and exercise settings, including theories of anxiety, and outline effects on performance regulation; - key theories used to enhance performance and physical activity participation in sport and exercise settings; - the role of physical activity and exercise engagement for improving psychological health and well-being; - and factors which are central to promoting physical activity and exercise in different groups
Learning Outcomes	By the end of this module, you should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of key psychological skills, and how they can be applied to: 1) enhance performance in sport settings, 2) promote adoption and maintenance of physical activity/exercise behaviour. Explain theories of anxiety and arousal, describe effects on sporting performance, and outline approaches for regulating anxiety. Identify key psychological theories which are used to understand behaviour in sport and exercise settings. Appreciate how key constructs specified by psychological theories relate to athlete performance and physical activity/exercise participation. Understand the nature and significance of the relationship between physical activity and psychological health (well-being, anxiety, stress and depression) Discuss factors influencing participation physical activity and exercise in different groups. Present a case study that examines psychosocial factors which can influence an individual’s performance in a sport or exercise setting.
Assessment	23646-04 : Field Observation : Coursework (25%) 23646-05 : Poster : Coursework (15%) 23646-06 : Written Examination : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) (60%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: Case Study, 20%; Lab assessment (20%); Exam (60%) Reassessment
Other	None
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