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<p>This unit focuses on the theoretical concepts in the field of sport and exercise psychology and identifies the general psychological framework from which these derive. There will be the opportunity to develop some basic mental skills that can enhance personal sport performance. Topics covered include: motivation, arousal, anxiety and stress; mental toughness; group processes; personality; attention; self-confidence; psychological aspects of injury; exercise and mental health; exercise adherence; and current issues.</p>
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<p>This unit will focus on concepts such as:</p><ul><li>Cognitive function and physical activity</li><li>Mood, including depression, and physical activity</li><li>Negative behaviours in exercise</li><li>Motivation, arousal, anxiety and stress</li><li>Mental toughness</li><li>Group processes</li><li>Attention</li><li>Self-confidence</li><li>Psychological aspects of injury</li></ul>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit focuses on the theoretical concepts in the field of sport and exercise psychology and identifies the general psychological framework from which these derive. There will be the opportunity to develop some basic mental skills that can enhance personal sport performance. Topics covered include: motivation, arousal, anxiety and stress; mental toughness; group processes; personality; attention; self-confidence; psychological aspects of injury; exercise and mental health; exercise adherence; and current issues.</p>
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<p>This unit will focus on concepts such as:</p><ul><li>Cognitive function and physical activity</li><li>Mood, including depression, and physical activity</li><li>Negative behaviours in exercise</li><li>Motivation, arousal, anxiety and stress</li><li>Mental toughness</li><li>Group processes</li><li>Attention</li><li>Self-confidence</li><li>Psychological aspects of injury</li></ul>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Exercise & Sport Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/exsci2173">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed 1 of BEHAV1001/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=BEHAV1002" target="_blank">BEHAV1002</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=HEALT1705" target="_blank">HEALT1705</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=PSYCB1101" target="_blank">PSYCB1101</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=PSYCB1102" target="_blank">PSYCB1102</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=PSYCB1111" target="_blank">PSYCB1111</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=PSYCB1112" target="_blank">PSYCB1112</a></p>
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None
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Apply key theories and frameworks in sport and exercise psychology to analyse behaviour, performance and participation.</p>
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<p>Analyse and interpret psychological factors influencing sport and exercise contexts, including motivation, arousal, anxiety, confidence, group processes and mental health. </p>
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<p>Critically evaluate research evidence, research methodologies and contemporary issues in sport and exercise psychology.</p>
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<p>Apply mental skills and psychological strategies to enhance performance and inform coaching practices and physical activity engagement. </p>
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<p>Critically reflect on own and observed practice to inform the application of psychological principles in sport, exercise and physical activity contexts.</p>
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<p>Communicate evidence‑informed psychological strategies to support performance, adherence and wellbeing in sport and exercise settings. </p>
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<p>Attendance and participation in laboratory classes to demonstrate competency in practical skills.</p>
<p>90% attendance at active learning sessions.</p>
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<p>Interview individual or group and analyse psychological skills in a sports science context. </p>
<p>Report.</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
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<p>Develop a resource that incorporates key psychological skills to support the assessed needs of the individual or group.</p>
<p>Resource development, presentation and Q&A.</p>
<p>30-40%</p>
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<p>Review of material covered throughout the unit.</p>
<p>Exam.</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
1, 2, 3, 4
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Exercise & Sport Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/exsci2173">View unit fees</a>
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