This subject will present an overview of the theory and practice of sport psychology. Theoretical material will address theories and research which apply psychological constructs and methods to the understanding of sport and exercise. Practical classes and exercises will address psychophysiological assessment and research, and include an ongoing casework project.
Students should note that this subject does not contribute to an Australian Psychological Society accredited major in psychology.
No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2020.
HD/FL
One session
School of Psychology
- interaction, play and aggression in developmental psychology - gender differences in exercise psychology - the social psychology of team behaviour - the social psychology of leadership - principles of motivation - rituals and superstitions in sport - attention, concentration and performance in sport - principles of behaviour change applied to sport motivation, training and performance - exercise and well-being through the lifespan - psychophysiology of stress and arousal - psychophysiology and evaluation of cardiovascular functioning - stress and health management in sport and exercise - life stress and sport participation - research methodology in sport psychology - clinical practice in sport psychology - psychology of injury - sport and exercise as therapy - sport and exercise in rehabilitation of the brain injured person - professional issues in the practice of sport psychology
The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.