Bachelor of Arts in Sport Psychology

The Bachelor of Arts in Sport Psychology program offers a comprehensive introduction to the contemporary discipline of sport psychology. Graduates of this program are well prepared to seek employment in entry-level coaching positions and admission to graduate psychology programs at the master's or doctoral level.

Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Identify current trends in psychological research in group dynamics and sport psychology as it relates to team sports.
• Discuss how psychological factors influence performance in sports, and techniques to increase performance and reduce anxiety.
• Discuss how psychological tendencies and physiology work together to improve or reduce athletic efficiency.
• Utilize research skills and analyze empirical and theoretical studies related to the major.
• Conduct a basic data analysis and statistical calculations to analyze psychological data.
• Discuss the history of sport psychology and analyze its role in the development of contemporary psychological theories and systems.
• Discuss the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology as they relate to athletics.
• Describe the ways in which issues of diversity and multiculturalism influence group interactions and performance.
• Apply psychological theory to coaching situations.

Requirements
To receive a Bachelor of Arts in Sport Psychology degree, students must complete at least 180 quarter units as articulated below, 76.5 of which must be completed at the upper-division level and 45 of which must be completed in residence at National University. The following courses are specific degree requirements. In the absence of transfer credit, students may need to take additional general electives to satisfy the total units for the degree. Students should refer to the section on undergraduate admission procedures for specific information on admission and evaluation.

Preparation for the Major (2 courses; 9 quarter units):
MTH 210 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics*
  (Prerequisite: Placement Evaluation)
PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology*
*May be used to satisfy general education requirements.

Requirements for the Major (9 courses; 40.5 quarter units):
PSY 448 - History of Sport and Sport Psychology
  (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)
PSY 449 - Group Dynamics in Sport
  (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)
PSY 300 - Social Psychology of Sport
  (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)
HUB 441 - Analysis of Research
  (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)
PSY 437 - Sport Psychology for Coaches
  (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)
PSY 439 - Culture and Sport Psychology
  (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)
SCI 305 - Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise
  (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)
PSY 441 - Wellness and Peak Performance
  (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)
PSY 446 - Positive Psychology
  (Prerequisites: ENG 100/101 and PSY 100)

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