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Ian Boardley’s research investigates personal and social factors influencing prosocial and antisocial behaviour in sport and exercise. His work investigates antecedents of on-field behaviours such as helping (ie, prosocial) and injuring (ie, antisocial) other players, as well as off-field behaviours, with a particular focus on the use of performance enhancing drugs (ie, doping). His work in the field of doping has been supported by funding from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). His research interests also include coaching efficacy and effectiveness and their influences on athlete behaviour and motivation.

Dr Boardley currently supervises three doctoral researchers, and welcomes applications from potential students in his areas of research interest.

20072024

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Biography

After obtaining a BSc (Hons) in Sport Science (1st class) at the University of Leeds, Dr. Boardley continued his studies at the University of Birmingham where he obtained a PhD in Sport Psychology. On completing his PhD in 2008, he immediately secured a post at the University of Birmingham as a Lecturer in Sport Psychology and Education, was subsequently promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2016 and recently promoted to Reader in 2020.

Research interests

Ian's work focusses on furthering understanding on the psychosocial processes governing moral behavior in sport and exercise, with a predominant focus on the processes that underpin use of performance enhancing substances. Dr. Boardley is internationally recognized for his work introducing the construct of moral disengagement to the field of sport and exercise psychology. A fairly unique aspect of his research is the use of both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, dependent on the specific research question/s being addressed.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth

Education/Academic qualification

Doctor of Philosophy, Moral Disengagement in Sport

1 Sept 200531 Oct 2008

Award Date: 3 Nov 2008

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