Introduction to Sociology of Health and Physical Activity

Course aim

The aim of this course is to critically evaluate the role of health, fitness and physical activity within contemporary western society.

Course content

Biological and sociological aspects of health and physical activity; Paradigms of knowledge, debunking popular myths; Issues around participation in physical activity; Body in culture; Gender and physical activity; Social psychology of health and physical activity; Exercise addiction, eating disorders, negative addictions; Physical activity and the environment; Deviant behaviours; Subcultures around sport and physical activity; Abuse within health and physical activity; Qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Research proposal, Web-based tutorial submissions, Written examination

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.