Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit introduces students to (1) concepts relating to anxiety, stress, and coping in sport; (2) different perspectives on what makes up someone's ‘personality', and how personality is relevant in sport and exercise; (3) information about the nature and scope of self-perceptions in sport and exercise; (4) work on the relationship between arousal and performance; (5) mental toughness, choking, and resilience in sport; (6) the nature of motivation and confidence in sport and exercise; (7) issues related to self-control and self-regulation; and (8) psychological concerns and problems associated with sport and exercise involvement.

Experiences in data collection, data analysis, and personal reflection are used to supplement lecture material. The use of electronic databases and evaluation/synthesis of scientific information is also emphasised.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) develop an in-depth appreciation and understanding of psychological issues relevant to performance in sport and exercise settings; (2) critically evaluate applications of psychological theory to behaviour change in sport and exercise; (3) acquire practical skills in data collection, data analysis and scientific report writing; and (4) develop advanced skills in scientific information retrieval, evaluation and synthesis.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) an examination component (comprising a mid-semester examination and a final examination); (2) a group-based research project (journal article); and (3) an individual reflective essay. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Ben Jackson
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Enrolment in
52510 Master of Exercise Science
or 73570 Master of Applied Human Performance Science
Incompatibility
Unit(s) SSEH3375 Psychology of Sport
Advisable prior study
a Level 1 unit in psychology, sociology
or anthropology.
or SSEH2270 Psychosocial Aspects of Sport, Exercise and Health (formerly HMES2270 Psychosocial Aspects of Exercise Science).
or equivalent
Contact hours
lectures/tutorials: 3 hours per week
project work: approximately 80 hours
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  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.