UO Psychology of Exercise, Sport and Health

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PSYC 3033
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Course ID
204619
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to apply knowledge of nutrition and physical activity to exercise, sport and health psychology. Personality; motivation; feedback and reinforcement; arousal, anxiety, and stress; health behaviour change and adherence; communication/motivational interviewing; group dynamics and social influence; exercise/diet and psychological well-being; addictive and unhealthy behaviours in relation to exercise participation and nutrition behaviours; mental skills in relation to behaviour change; social, psychological, and environmental factors; identification and application of best practice behavioural strategies and theories.

Course learning outcomes

  • Critically analyse environmental, social and psychological factors that influence sport, exercise and physical activity participation and healthy eating.
  • Discuss how exercise and healthy eating influences psychological aspects of the individuals involved.
  • Critically analyse health and exercise psychology related knowledge and skills for professional roles related to exercise science and nutrition.
  • Critically appraise behaviour change theories and strategies in the nutrition and exercise context.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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