| Module Title |
Physical Activity Behaviour Change |
| Module Code |
HEA1058 |
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Faculty |
Science & Health |
School |
Health & Human Performance |
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NFQ level |
9 |
Credit Rating |
10 |
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Description
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Learning Outcomes
1. Analyse and interpret factors that influence physical activity and sedentary behaviour.
2. Locate and synthesise behaviour change literature, examining psychosocial, cultural, and environmental considerations.
3. Critically evaluate intervention design, measurement and evaluation principles in the context of physical activity and health research.
4. Conduct an appropriate intervention programme and evaluate its effectiveness.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 24 | No Description | | Seminars | 3 | No Description | | Fieldwork | 60 | Completion of PA Intervention | | Independent Study | 48 | No Description |
| Total Workload: 135 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 11846 | Part of Term | Semester 1 & 2 | | Coursework | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | N | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Hannah Goss | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Assignment | Needs Analysis of Potential Client | 20% | Week 6 | | Oral Examination | Interactive Oral 1- Intervention Proposal | 40% | Sem 1 End | | Oral Examination | Interactive Oral 2- Intervention Evaluation | 40% | Sem 2 End |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
None
Articles:
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Other Resources
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