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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit focuses on principal concepts of social psychology and sociology in the context of sport, exercise, health, and wellness. Students will study theories and practical applications in social psychology and sociology applied to sport and exercise as a vehicle for human enrichment, mental health, and performance enhancement across the lifespan.
Unit previously coded SPS2102
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures, workshops and laboratory sessions.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Mid-Semester Test | 35% |
| Presentation | Group Presentation | 30% |
| Examination | End of Semester Examination | 35% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Mid-Semester Test | 35% |
| Presentation | Group Presentation | 30% |
| Examination | End of Semester Examination | 35% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
SPS3601|1|1
This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit focuses on principal concepts of social psychology and sociology in the context of sport, exercise, health, and wellness. Students will study theories and practical applications in social psychology and sociology applied to sport and exercise as a vehicle for human enrichment, mental health, and performance enhancement across the lifespan.
Unit previously coded SPS2102 and SPS1108
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students undertake an activity in collaboration or consultation with an industry partner but do not spend any time or only a very small amount of time (e.g. 1-2 short visits) in an actual workplace.
Students will engage in the weekly scheduled seminars to learn and prepare for active participation in sporting communities. Students will have the opportunity to engage directly with the sporting sector by interviewing a sporting industry leader of their choice, and then presenting recommendations from that discussion to the class.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Contemporary issues discussion | 20% |
| Project | Engagement with industry leader | 50% |
| Presentation | Research presentation | 30% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Contemporary issues discussion | 20% |
| Project | Engagement with industry leader | 50% |
| Presentation | Research presentation | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
SPS3601|2|2