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EXSS2033: Psychology of Exercise and Physical Activity
2026 unit information
This unit provides an introduction to key psychological factors and explanatory frameworks accounting for the participation and adherence to Exercise and Physical Activity (PA) behaviour. The unit focuses on the main themes of behaviour change, mental-health and well-being. The unit aims to develop understanding of how psychology informs the design of interventions at the individual level with practical implications emphasised for health practitioners including exercise physiologists.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Medicine and Health
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Movement Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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A minimum of 48 credit points |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Explain the role of physical activity, exercise and sport in mental health and well-being across diverse populations and the scope of practice for exercise and sport scientists/exercise physiologists.
- LO2. Identify, interpret and analyse the individual psychological, social, and environmental factors that affect physical activity, exercise and sport participation and adherence using appropriate quantitative and qualitative measures and tools.
- LO3. Explain, interpret and apply relevant behavioural, cognitive, sociocultural, and ecological frameworks used to understand, evaluate and change physical activity, exercise and sport behaviours across diverse populations.
- LO4. Design, deliver and evaluate an evidence-based client-centred behaviour change intervention to address individual needs, preferences and social determinants influencing their physical activity, exercise or sports participation and adherence.
- LO5. Demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to synthesise research evidence related to exercise psychology, physical activity and sport appropriate for the target audience and a work setting.
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| Session | MoA ? | Location | Outline ? |
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Semester 2 2026
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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