Psychology with Sport and Exercise Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

OVERVIEW\
Performance in sport is as much about the mind as the body. Our Psychology with Sport and Exercise BSc (Hons) degree explores the mental aspects of athletic success, from motivation and focus to stress management and performance. The course prepares you for careers in sport psychology, coaching and athletic development, helping athletes and teams reach their potential.

You will explore core psychological perspectives to understand the human mind and behaviour, while developing reflective, research and experimental skills. Alongside classroom theory and its application to contemporary challenges, you will gain practical experience in our state-of-the-art psychology lab.

Our practitioner academics and regional partners will help prepare you for a range of careers or further study on an applied postgraduate course. Practical work-based learning and additional mental health training will also help you apply your knowledge and develop professional skills.

You will explore questions such as whether a win-at-all-costs mentality leads to success, or whether putting the person before the athlete gets better results. Three bespoke modules will explore the application of psychology to sport and exercise, including enhancing performance, improving wellbeing and supporting the wider sport and exercise community.

WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE THIS COURSE

* PROFESSIONAL BODY STANDARDS – Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), giving you eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership.

* INDUSTRY-FOCUSED MODULES – Develop employer-valued skills through applied practice, client interaction and authentic assessments, while conducting research in an area you are passionate about.

* WORK-BASED LEARNING – In your third year, apply psychological theory through practical work-based learning while developing transferable skills and reflecting on your career goals.

* NO EXAMS – There are no written exams. You will be assessed entirely through coursework and practical assessments.

* EXPERT TUITION – Learn from BPS Chartered and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered psychologists, developing skills for industry or progression to MSc study.

* ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION – Complete mental health first aid training in your first year and receive a certificate on successful completion, supporting future work opportunities.

* TOP FOR STUDENT SATISFACTION – We came third in the UK for overall student satisfaction among universities in the National Student Survey 2026, based on the average satisfaction score across all 26 questions.

FACILITIES\
As a BSc (Hons) Psychology with Sport and Exercise student, you will gain experience working in multidisciplinary environments and exploring methods used to monitor performance, exercise and health. In our state-of-the-art psychology lab, you can develop your research skills, apply theory and measure psychophysiological responses using specialist equipment.

You will also gain insight into different disciplines, helping you understand the role of psychology across populations, stakeholders and real-world environments. At Moss House, you will have access to our Human Performance Laboratory, 35-metre indoor running track, cutting-edge gym, injury and massage clinics, and anti-gravity treadmill.

CAREERS AND PROGRESSION\
Examples of careers you could pursue following this course:

* Sport and exercise psychologist

* Sports research therapist

* Psychotherapist

* Counsellor

* Clinical psychologist

* Further education teacher

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