Sports Psychology Major

Sports Psychology Learning Outcomes

With the completion of this degree program, the following learning outcomes can be expected:

• Students can describe the key concepts and principles of human anatomy and physiology as they apply to the human body and performance. 
• Students can describe the key concepts and principles of sport and exercise psychology as they apply to the human mind and performance. 
• Students can explain how physiological and motoric principles of performance affect the psychological aspects of an individual and their performance. 
• Students can demonstrate an understanding of ethical standards and responsibility in creating a healthy learning environment for laboratory research and applied field experience. 
• Using scientific inquiry and scientific reasoning students will demonstrate critical thinking to engage in (a) interpreting, (b) designing, and (c) conducting research in human physiology and/or psychology pertaining to exercise and sport performance.