BSc (Hons) Psychology (Sport and Exercise Psychology) Bachelor's degree at the University of Lincoln

This module aims to introduce students to a wide range of topics outlining the structure and functions of the brain and nervous system, and the relationship between these brain structures and the behaviours, both covert and overt, resulting from them. The module serves as the foundation for the second year core module in cognition, and a number of elective modules expand on ideas introduced here.

An appreciation of research methods is critical for understanding empirical disciplines like psychology and sport science. This module introduces students to some of the basic concepts underlying qualitative and quantitative research methods. It focuses on foundational understanding of knowledge production including epistemology, ontology, ethics, design sampling, analysis tools and writing skills. This module provides the foundations for research in psychology and sport science that students wi

This module introduces students to key concepts, theories and applications of psychology in sport, exercise and physical activity settings. Students will develop understanding of how psychological factors influence participation and performance, and how sport and physical activity can impact psychological wellbeing and other outcomes.

This module provides an introduction to three major areas of psychological theory and research, Developmental, Social and Individual psychology. The topics are covered in Semesters A and B respectively and grouped thematically. Content across all topics is embedded in the context of major, relevant general, developmental, social and individual differences theories.

The module will introduce students to science-backed tools and habits that they can use to improve their own skills, social awareness and wellbeing, and to enhance their own lives as psychological literate citizens.

The module extends the investigations of cognition that began in the first year. Areas critical to our understanding of cognition are considered in more depth, with consideration of both classic and current research into cognitive processes from both a cognitive and cognitive neuroscience approach.

This module builds on the introduction to research in psychology and sport science in Semester A by exploring in greater depth how to design appropriate studies and communicate research findings effectively. Using a combination of lectures and workshops, students will learn how to plan and conduct research using both quantitative and qualitative methods, analyse quantitative and qualitative data, and present findings in a research report.

This module aims to examine the concepts, theories, research methods and influencing factors in child development relevant to the period from birth to pre-adolescence.

This module will facilitate a deeper level of knowledge, understanding and critical awareness in key areas of health and exercise psychology. Through the evaluation and critical appraisal of behaviour change approaches/models, theories, and research evidence, students on this module will consider how knowledge is developed and applied in the context of physical activity/exercise promotion and maintenance.

The module aims to provide an introduction into psychological assessments using psychometrics, including questionnaires and scales. Based on the established theoretical and research context, this module will consider a range of assessment tools used in psychology to assess an individual's behaviour or behavioural disposition, and provide an introduction into psychometric test development.

This module aims to showcase how research is applied in practice, in policy and in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and social responsibility. In lectures, students will be introduced to examples of how research is applied in the workplace, how research is used to shape policy, and how research relates to the SDGs and social responsibility.

This module seeks to explore some of the central issues of social psychology, including how people deal with social information, such as the causes of behaviour and social categories, and how groups function and interact.

This module will facilitate a deeper level of knowledge, understanding and critical awareness in key areas of sport and performance psychology. Through the evaluation and critical appraisal of core concepts, theories, and research evidence, students on this module will consider how knowledge is developed and applied to aid performance and psychological outcomes in sporting contexts.

This module will deepen students' understanding of psychological concepts, theories and models in sport and exercise settings. Students will critically engage with contemporary research and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, including case studies and applied interventions. Students will have the opportunity to assess an athlete's psychological profile and explain how psychological interventions could be designed and implemented.

This module aims to draw on aspects of cognitive and clinical neuropsychology to examine the consequences of brain dysfunction.

This optional, year-long module enables students to spend a year studying abroad at one of the University's approved partner institutions. Eligible students must have completed their second year of study to a satisfactory standard and successfully completed the application process for the year abroad. During the year spent abroad, students share classes with local students and study on a suite of locally-delivered taught modules which have been approved in advance by the University.

This module aims to create a valuable opportunity for students to gain important insights and improve their skills and prospects relevant to employment or further study (i.e. within psychology, sports science, therapy, rehabilitation or related subject areas) by undertaking relevant work experience.