Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On the completion of this subject students will understand appropriate theoretical perspectives used in the study of sporting behaviour; understand the measures and techniques used in sport psychology; have encountered specialist topics including children in sport and the role of women in sport.
Synopsis Principles of sports psychology: a general introduction to the field. Theoretical approaches to the study of sports psychology. Motivation, arousal, aggression, anxiety and personality variables as applied to the athlete. The role of perceptual-motor skills in sports psychology. Techniques used to improve performance. The sporting group; cooperation, cohesion and satisfaction.
Assessment Two tests: 50% + One tutorial: 25% + One research project: 25%