Behavior change techniques and psychological approaches to performance enhancement

Education facts

Code: 2PS320

This course focuses on behavior change and performance enhancement techniques and approaches for both individuals and groups. The course is oriented towards effective approaches for behavior change and performance enhancement and students will practice a variety of evidence-based techniques that are known to influence individuals' exercise, health, and performance. During the course, students will discuss and critically evaluate theories and models for behavior change and performance enhancement. A key part of the course is that students will practice effective evidence-based behavior change and performance enhancement techniques for individuals and groups, delivered both face-to-face and via various digital media (e.g., computer-based, mobile applications). The course content is presented in a format that facilitates students learning and skill adoption of effective behavior change and performance enhancement techniques. The course can be given and assessed in both English and Swedish.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements + Mathematics 2a or 2b or 2c or level 2a or 2b or 2c, Civics 1b or 1a1+1a2 or level 1b or 1a1+1a2

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Behavior change techniques and psychological approaches to performance enhancement

  Umeå University

  Umeå

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 18 February 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %