One hour seen exam which will cover theories of psychology in semester 1 (50% weighting) assessing LO's 1 and 2

Planning and writing a 1500 word essay on the strategies used to improve psychological performance on own sporting ability. Students will be required to design and complete a four week programme which will be used within their own sporting environment. (50% weighting) assessing LO's 3 and 4

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
Feedback on knowledge and understanding will be given during seminar sessions. Students will be expected to complete a short formative test during the year and complete practical elements of the module to assist understanding of the theory within a practical environment.

The 24 weeks of the module will introduce students to:

1. Selected theories and approaches to understanding human behaviour within sport settings.
2. The benefits of using tests to measure anxiety and arousal.
3. Principles and approaches to planning, developing and evaluating a psychologically based intervention in relation to sport.

Cox, R. H. (2012).Sport psychology: Concepts and applications (7th ed). New York-McGraw-Hill.
Morris, T. and Summers, J.J (2004) Sports psychology, theory, application and issues (2nd ed). Wiley.

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This module contains a combination of face to face and blended learning. Lectures and seminars will be interactive and require full participation. Some seminars will be student led and facilitated by the lecturer.Independent study tasks will be set but further idependant study will be required. This may include reading around module topics, discussion based activities or investigating current theory and practice associated wth the module. Student led independant study will be required specifcally for assessment preparation.