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BEV1004

Sport Psychology

Credits 7.5
Level Foundation courses, level I
Course start Spring 2011
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction Norwegian
Examination arrangement Written examination

About

About the course

Course content

The course includes an introduction about fundamental theories within sport psychology. The course includes the following themes: Training, personality variables, individual differences and motivation for sports, emotional reactions to stress, and relaxation techniques. Furthermore, group processes and the health promoting effects of participation in sports will be taught. The goal is to show the relevance of these factors for training in general and performance-oriented sports in particular. Exercises and group work may involve practical activities, field observation, discussion meetings, and assignments related to central themes within sport psychology.

Learning outcome

Students will acquire fundamental knowledge about sport psychology.

Learning methods and activities

48 hours lectures/exercises/group work. The course is reserved for students admitted to the major in Human Movement and Sports Science.
Exchange students interested in the course must consult the Department for possible admission

Compulsory assignments

  • 70% participation in exercises.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Samfunnsvitenskap (BSV)

Required previous knowledge

None.

Course materials

Information will be given at the beginning of the semester.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From
IDR1003 7.5 sp
This course has academic overlap with the course in the table above. If you take overlapping courses, you will receive a credit reduction in the course where you have the lowest grade. If the grades are the same, the reduction will be applied to the course completed most recently.

Subject areas

  • Human Movement Science
  • Sport Science

Contact information

There is no contact information available for this course.

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2010

Written examination
Weighting 100/100 Date 2010-12-06 Time 09:00 Duration 3 timer Place and room Not specified yet.

Ordinary examination - Spring 2011

Written examination
Weighting 100/100 Date 2011-05-25 Time 09:00 Duration 3 timer Place and room Not specified yet.

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