Exercise, Psychology and Behavioural Change
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Course Overview
This module provides a practical introduction to the psychology of exercise and behavioural change, with a particular emphasis on how to apply this knowledge in a sports environment in order to achieve sporting excellence.
Understanding the Industry
The understanding of sports psychology and behavioural change is of great importance within the sports industry to ensure that athletes are supported and guided in a way to ensure optimal performance is achieved while also being conscious of their mental health, dealing with performance anxiety, injury recovery and the pressures of sport in general.
Career Opportunities
The course provides a starting point for a career in areas such as:
- Sports Psychology
- Sports Performance
- Athlete Counselling
Course Delivery and Modules
This course is delivered on Thursday evenings from 6 pm to 9 pm for 8 weeks (On Campus), with an additional 12 hours delivered online over the duration of the module.
Education Progression
Graduates who successfully complete this module may be eligible for an exemption on specific programmes within this academic area of study.
BA in Sport, Exercise and Enterprise
BA (Hons) in Sport, Exercise with Enterprise
BA (Hons) in Arts
Fees and Funding
This programme is funded through the South East Cross Border Alliance (SECBA) project, supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
Fees
Entry requirements
Standard Entry Requirements
- Republic of Ireland Applicants Standard Minimum Entry Requirements
- Northern Ireland Applicants Standard Minimum Entry Requirements
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applicants who do not meet the standard academic entry requirements but have significant relevant experience (certified and/or experiential) may apply to access this programme via the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) route. Learn more about RPL at DkIT
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Disclaimer: All module titles are subject to change and for indicative purposes only. All courses are delivered subject to demand and timetables are subject to change. Elective Module options will only run subject to student numbers. The relevant Department will determine the viability of each elective module option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose that option. Students will be offered alternative elective modules on their programme should their preferred elective option not be proceeding. Award Options for Common Entry Programmes: The relevant Department will determine the viability of each award option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose either option. If the numbers for one of the Award options exceed available places, students for this option will be selected based on Academic Merit (highest grades).