Sport and Exercise Psychology Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip

Develop intervention strategies by analysing how psychological theories contribute to sports studies and how they apply to health education.

Taught at the Carnegie School of Sport – this course will help you develop professional and ethical competencies in the research and application of psychology within sport and exercise settings.

As part of your course, you’ll:


• Evaluate psychological theories



• Examine issues such as self-determination, psychological resilience and the effects of exercise on mood



• Analyse biological, cultural and environmental factors that can influence sport performance and physical activity



• Develop professional competencies linked to the pursuit of a career as a Chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist



• During the course, you'll benefit from the expertise and knowledge of our staff, studying at a university that is passionate about sport



A member of our experienced course team will be on hand to support you throughout your learning journey, offering personalised advice to aid your professional development and help you realise your career aspirations.

Why study Sport and Exercise Psychology at Leeds Beckett University...


• Work alongside academics who help to nurture the next generation of athletes at the university's groundbreaking sports psychology centre



• Global reputation - we're recognised as one of the top 100 institutions in the world for Sports-Related Subjects*



• Develop an in-depth understanding of psychology, adopting a critical approach to its application within sport and exercise settings



• You'll be among the first students to take advantage of our state-of-the-art Carnegie School of Sport building



• Take advantage of our sport volunteering opportunities, which have previously included global events such as the Olympics, World Athletics Championships and Commonwealth Games



*2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject