The module aims to develop the student’s ability to critically evaluate the relationship between emotion and anxiety related processes and perspectives; demonstrate an understanding of the factors that underpin the design and implementation of psychological issues in current practice such as athlete identity, psychological disorders, culture building and environmental impacts upon well-being and performance; synthesise conceptual cognitive theories of motivation in sport such as the growth mindset, psychosocial factors, burnout and developing interpersonal communication processes.
Content
Identity in sport + TransitionsCulture in exercise and sports organisationsQuiet eye research on skill acquisitionGame sense approach to decision makingPositive psychology & Growth mindsetTeam resilience & group Mental ToughnessCommunication & micro-expressionsOptimal Sports teams Social identity and psychosocial factorsMotivational Interviewing in Sport coaching
Methods used to achieve the module learning outcomes will include lectures, tutorials, interpretation of data, case studies, problem-solving exercises, video presentations, self-directed learning and computer-based learning
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 60 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 40 |