Sports Psychology (IDR231)
The module sports psychology provides students with a fundamental introduction to psychological questions related to sports, physical activity and training. Relevant topics include motivation, cohesion, group dynamics, visualization, relaxation, psychological aspects of eating disorders, exercise compulsion, and burnout. Additionally, the course aims to promote an understanding of pedagogical aspects of sports activities and exercise management.
This is the module description for the academic year 2024-2025. Please note that changes may occur.
Course description for study year 2024-2025
Course code
IDR231
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
15
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English, Norwegian
Content
- Sports psychology as a scientific discipline
- Psychological aspects of eating disorders/disordered eating behavior, exercise compulsion, doping, and burnout
- Exercise and psychological well-being
- Activation, stress, and anxiety
- Motivation, self-efficacy beliefs, mastery climate, and goal setting
- Different theoretical perspectives in leadership
- Pedagogical and didactic principles in sports activities
- Character formation and ethics in relation to youth sports
- Team development, group productivity, and cohesion
- Talent development
- Visualization, relaxation, self-talk, and concentration
Learning outcome
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
Upon completion, the candidate should be able to:
- Describe the historical development of sports psychology as a scientific discipline.
- Explain the psychological and pedagogical factors influencing individual and team performance.
- Elaborate on psychological aspects of eating disorders/disordered eating behavior, exercise compulsion, burnout, and sports injuries.
- Discuss the relationship between physical activity and health from a psychological perspective.
- Outline the didactic relational model.
- Describe children's psychological growth and development through their participation in sports.
- Discuss various coaching ideologies and their potential implications for the learning environment and talent development.
Skills
Upon completion, the candidate should be able to:
- Identify and analyze behavioral patterns and attitudes related to eating disorders/disordered eating behavior, exercise compulsion, doping, and burnout in sports.
- Apply basic pedagogical principles in sports activities.
- Analyze groups in light of group dynamic theory and justify measures to promote team performance.
- Analyze individual performance and justify measures to enhance motivation.
General competence
Upon completion, the candidate should be able to:
- Identify and critically reflect on practical and scientific issues within sports psychology.
- Reflect on didactic aspects, facilitation, and methods used in training.
- Discuss various approaches to promoting performance and discuss measures to promote positive health habits.
- Discuss measures to promote the character development and psychological growth of children and youth.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
Written assignments
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written assignment 1 | 3/10 | 5 Weeks | Letter grades | |
| Written assignment 2 | 3/10 | 5 Weeks | Letter grades | |
| Written assignment 3 | 4/10 | 5 Weeks | Letter grades |
Assessment Written assignments. Assessment formWeighting Duration GradeAidWritten assignment 13/105 weeksA-FAllWritten assignment 23/105 weeksA-FAllWritten assignment 34/105 weeksA-FAllContinuous assessment of 3 individual assignments: Assignment 1: written 2000 words ±10% (individual), weighting: 30% Assignment 2: written 2000 words ±10% (individual), weighting: 30% Assignment 3: written 2500 words ±10% (individual), weighting: 40%Each assignment must be passed to earn credits in the course. In case of failure to pass the exam or valid absence in one or more exams, a re-sit exam will be conducted during the regular re-sit exam period.
Coursework requirements
Requirements for sitting the exam/assessment
Mandatory attendance of 80% in lectures, mandatory attendance related to the practical implementation of relaxation training and visualization. In this module, it is assumed that students are active participants during lectures. Professional competence is developed through dialogue with students and lecturers, in case discussions, presentations, fieldwork, and thorough work with the course material. Such activities occur continuously throughout the education. Therefore, there is a requirement for a minimum of 80% attendance in the lectures. Course requirements must be approved to gain access to submit the final exam in the module.
