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What will I learn on this module?
On this module you will acquire the underpinning knowledge and understanding of fundamental psychological principles and theories. You will be introduced to key concepts and approaches in psychology that have relevance to sport, exercise and health contexts. You will compare, contrast and integrate a range of different psychological perspectives that can be used to understand and explain human behaviour. You will have the opportunity to study the biological basis of behaviour, learn about how humans think perceive and remember, understand the cognitive processes instrumental in motor development, gain an insight into the nature of social interaction and group processes and study individual differences in personality and behaviour.
How will I learn on this module?
A range of teaching styles are used to enhance your knowledge acquisition and comprehension. Weekly lectures provide an overview of the key concepts and theories. A programme of seminars and practical workshops support the lead lectures and provide you with the opportunity to participate in more in-depth class discussions to enhance practical understanding and application. You will be introduced to case study material to generate group discussion in order to explain behaviours within sport and exercise context.
How will I be supported academically on this module?
Resources to support your learning will be available via the e-learning portal, including lecture slides, related supplementary materials and links to recommended readings to enhance learning and application of research. Tutors will provide you with directed independent learning tasks to supplement course content.
What will I be expected to read on this module?
All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)
What will I be expected to achieve?
On successful completion of the module you will be able to:
Knowledge & Understanding:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the application of fundamental principles and perspectives in psychology to sport, exercise or health contexts;
Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
2. Creatively articulate academic findings from research using IT or media formats;
Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
3. Identify and evaluate key studies from your own enquiry to explain an area of interest within a sport, exercise or health psychology context.
How will I be assessed?
One assessment is required on the module - a written assessment that is completed individually. You will be required to produce two posters (2x1 side of A4 per article) on content studied in the semester. Each poster must contain theoretical underpinning and an interpretation of evidence informed by independent wider reading. (MLO 1, 2, 3).
In this module you will be provided with feedback on your own written communication skill. This assessment will give you an early indication of your ability to understand, evaluate and reference research.
Formative Feedback
Formative feedback is provided in the seminars to supplement the summative assessment. You will be provided with the opportunity to writing explanations using the various fundamental perspectives. You will receive both peer and tutor feedback on your efforts. There will be a dedicated assessment session in the semester in which information will be provided about the assessment and you will have the opportunity to ask questions.
Pre-requisite(s)
None
Co-requisite(s)
None
Module abstract
Psychology is a science dedicated to understanding the mind and behaviour; throughout this module you will be introduced to some of the core areas of psychology and relevant underpinning theories. The module will foster your individual curiosity to understand, identify and explain some of the most commonly identified and reported athlete behaviours using appropriate theories and empirical research. The module provides an opportunity to work individually and creatively to produce a poster to explain applied research using a non-traditional academic format.
Course info
UCAS Code C600
Credits 20
Level of Study Undergraduate
Mode of Study 3 years full-time or 4 years with study abroad
Department Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation
Location City Campus, Northumbria University
City Newcastle
Start September 2021
Courses starting in 2021 are offered as a mix of online and face to face teaching due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
We continue to monitor government and local authority guidance in relation to Covid-19 and we are ready and able to flex accordingly to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff.
Students will be required to attend campus as far as restrictions allow. Contact time will increase as restrictions ease, or decrease, potentially to a full online offer, should restrictions increase.
Our online activity will be delivered through Blackboard Ultra, enabling collaboration, connection and engagement with materials and people.
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