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Course Description
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Course Name
Sport and Exercise Psychology II
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Host University
Nelson Mandela University
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Location
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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Area of Study
Exercise Science, Psychology, Sport and Leisure Sciences
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Host University Units
8 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits0
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Syllabus
PURPOSE
To provide students with knowledge and understanding of Exercise Psychology and Mental Skills Training, to equip students with the necessary skills to work effectively as exercise leaders and to mentally prepare athletes for competition.LEARNING OUTCOMES
Students will be able to:discuss/explain principles of exercise psychology;
apply exercise psychology principles in the exercise world;
implement basic mental skills training in the sport coaching role.CORE CONTENT
Exercise and psychological well-being.
Exercise adherence.
The exercise leader.
Slumps, staleness and burnout.
Psychology of injury.
Substance abuse and eating disorders.
Goal setting in sport.
Arousal control.
Imagery.
Attentional strategies.
Self-confidence.Evaluation criteria
1 x 3-hour examination; 40% class mark + 60% examination mark.MODERATION
External.Prerequisites
None