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MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

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Full time | University of Bolton | 18 months | 23-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

18 months

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Sports Psychology Personal Fitness Sports Studies

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Our BPS-accredited and BASES-endorsed MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology concentrates on the application of psychology to maximise the performance of athletes and the therapeutic aspects of sport and exercise. Completing this postgraduate qualification is an essential step towards becoming a chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist.

Course details

The BASES-endorsed and BPS-accredited MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Bolton offers you the opportunity to develop a comprehensive theoretical understanding of the sport and exercise psychology literature, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge in professional sport and exercise environments. This focused postgraduate qualification forms an ideal springboard for those wishing to pursue further professional training towards chartered status as a Sport and Exercise Psychologist.

Our expert team will work with you to develop your theoretical and applied knowledge. To facilitate and deepen your learning, you’ll undertake two professional practice placements in relevant sport and exercise environments. You’ll work alongside seasoned practitioners who will challenge you to apply your knowledge to a variety of key stakeholders. Alongside the professional practice placements, you’ll learn a range of practical skills relating to performance enhancement and the development of psychological wellbeing. Your studies will also focus on assessing the needs of an organisation and developing and delivering culturally sensitive interventions within a professional environment.

You’ll be encouraged to critically reflect on your applied experiences to help you learn from your mentors and integrate theory with practice. This will begin to develop and shape your philosophy of practice and practitioner identity in preparation for supervised training towards chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist status, should this be your goal after graduating from this course.

Course Highlights:

  • This programme focuses on supporting you to develop in-demand knowledge and skills that are fundamental to supporting individuals and groups in a professional sport and exercise psychology environment.
  • The professional practice placements will offer you the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in a sport and exercise context.
  • Our highly qualified and dedicated sport and exercise psychology team offer a wealth of experience working in professional sport and exercise settings.
  • Placements and practical assessments throughout the course will help you develop critical applied skills highly sought after by employers.

Career

This master’s degree is ideal if you wish to pursue a career in sport and exercise psychology. After graduating from this course, you’ll possess a strong grounding in sport and exercise psychology. If your ultimate goal is to become a chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist, you’ll also possess a wealth of knowledge and skills required to progress onto the required professional supervised training.

How you work towards chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist status will depend on your undergraduate qualifications and prior knowledge of psychology. The British Psychological Society (BPS) offers the Qualification in Sport and Exercise Psychology (QSEP) (Stage 2). This MSc is a pre-requisite requirement for the BPS Stage 2 supervised training route. This route is often preferred by students who possess a BPS-accredited undergraduate degree or conversion course and have already achieved the Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC).

Modules

The aim of the module is to provide students with an advanced insight into quantitative and qualitative research methods. The module builds on data collection and analysis learnt at undergraduate level and facilitates an understanding of qualitative and quantitative research approaches at a postgraduate level. The quantitative element of the module is designed to provide students with the confidence and skills to select, use, and report a range of advanced data collection procedures and statistical techniques. The qualitative element of the module provides students with an advanced appreciation and understanding of qualitative research methodologies and gives students an opportunity to consider the philosophical and ethical issues of a range of different qualitative research perspectives and methodologies.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£5,280

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£13,550

Entry requirements

Normally, you should have at least an upper second class (2.1) honours degree in a relevant subject. Relevant subjects include psychology, sport and exercise psychology, sport and exercise science, and sport rehabilitation. We’ll also consider other psychology, sport or exercise-related undergraduate programmes.