phe3sep sports
SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY
PHE3SEP
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you will focus on the scope, aims and techniques of sport and exercise psychology. The scope of sport psychology includes: its importance in changing community health behaviours; working with special groups such as disabled persons, elite athletes, and non-sport performers (for example, dancers), older populations, and individuals undergoing rehabilitation. The aim of sport psychology should not be limited to winning, but should be oriented to achieving personal goals, whether they be improving performance, fitness and health, or simply increasing enjoyment. Techniques include the use of cognitive-behavioural techniques to increase motivation, reduce competition anxiety, improve concentration, enhance teamwork, and manage stressors outside of the sport area (for example, work, study, family).
SchoolSchool of Psychology & Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPaul O'Halloran
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Applied sport psychology: personal growth to peak performance | Recommended | Williams, J (ed) 2010 | 6TH EDN, MCGRAW HILL, BOSTON |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Analyse the impact of psychological factors on athlete performance and develop and articulate programs to improve performance
- Activities:
- Workshop and online activities and oral presentation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
02. Critique and synthesise Sport and Exercise Psychology quantitative research
- Activities:
- Workshop and online activities and, 1500 word assignment and exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Apply the principal psychological determinants of performance to improve outcomes for individuals and multi-disciplinary teams
- Activities:
- Workshop and online activities and exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Evaluate the broad psychological responses of athletes to injury and communicate appropriate rehabilitation outcomes
- Activities:
- Workshop and online activities and exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
05. Analyse performance scenarios and identify creative solutions to influence positive behaviours in sport and exercise settings
- Activities:
- Workshop and online activities and exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2017, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMandy Ruddock-Hudson
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 16 - 16
One 5.0 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 16 to week 16 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 11 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 10 - 10
One 5.0 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 10 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Classes will be held in the first week of semester 1."
Evidence Based Learning
One 12.0 hours evidence based learning per study period and delivered via online.
"Students will complete approximately 12 hours of online activities over the course of the semester."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,500-word literature review of sport and exercise psychology research | 2/3 of papers must be quantitative | 30 | 02, 04 |
| one 1.5-hour written examination | Hurdle requirement: 75% class participation | 50 | 01, 03, 05 |
| one 20-minute group presentation | 20 | 05, 01 |
Melbourne, 2017, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size140
Enrolment information Quota due to limited resources. Merit based quota. Priority is given to students who are completing the Rehabilitation Counselling major.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMandy Ruddock-Hudson
Class requirements
Evidence Based Learning
One 12.0 hours evidence based learning per study period and delivered via online.
"Students will complete approximately 12 hours of online activities over the course of the semester."
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,500-word literature review of sport and exercise psychology research | 2/3 of papers must be quantitative | 30 | 02, 04 |
| one 1.5-hour written examination | Hurdle requirement: 75% class participation | 50 | 01, 03, 05 |
| one 20-minute group presentation | 20 | 05, 01 |