What will I get? 

As with all modules we condense the latest research into a series of bite-size chunks, highlighting the key concepts, ideas and theories into digestible format. These are supported by interviews from top international sports officials who bring that content to life, together with video clips taken from match officials in hockey, international football and rugby-union. 

What are the aims of the module? 

· Identify and describe the 7 different characteristics of non-verbal communication 

· Identify and explain desirable and undesirable non-verbal characteristics in sports officials 

What will I learn? 

You will learn the 7 key non-verbal characteristics that influence players perceptions of the match official. Video exemplars drawn from officials in rugby-union, hockey, touch rugby and soccer will show examples of effective and less effective body language characteristics. 

Who will I learn from? 

Associate Professor Duncan Mascarenhas with over 20 years of experience as a researcher and an applied sports official will use a range of digital images and videos to describe the theories. International rugby-union referee Hollie Davidson discusses how she effectively uses space to manage players who often have much larger stature than her. 

How will I be assessed? 

You will not be assessed. If you complete the activities, you will be awarded an Edinburgh Napier University CPD certificate of attendance.