Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
DURATION
12 up to 24 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
GBP 26,400 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* international students; GBP 11,100 - home students full-time; GBP 5,550 - home students part-time 24 months per year;
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Introduction
Develop the skills and knowledge you need to advance in Sports and Exercise Psychology. You'll learn to improve performance and well-being in individual and team-based sports.
Sport and exercise psychologists work with athletes, either as individuals or as teams. They develop strategies that improve performance. We will prepare you with the skills and knowledge to develop better performance in individual and team-based sports.
Newcastle University is the first Russell Group University to develop an MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology. We have expert academics and clinical staff from the Faculty of Medical Sciences. The Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc at Newcastle University is accredited by the British Psychological Society.
You'll develop your understanding of psychology in a sports and exercise context. This includes theory, evidence and practice. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to become a reflective practitioner. We'll prepare you for further professional training. This is a route towards eligibility to practice as a sport and exercise psychologist.
Students will prepare for:
- careers in sports and exercise psychology
- higher research-related degrees (for example a PhD)
Rankings
- 1st in the UK and 8th in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Global Top 125 University - QS World University Rankings 2023
- Global Top 140 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023
- Top 150 for Psychology - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
- Top 175 for Psychology – Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2022
- Top 70 for Life Sciences and Medicine - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
- 1st in the UK and 8th in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Global Top 125 University - QS World University Rankings 2023
- Global Top 140 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023
- Top 125 for Life Sciences – Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2022
Curriculum
What you'll learn
During the course, you will learn how to:
- apply and evaluate psychological theory, strategy and techniques to facilitate performance enhancement and behaviour change
- critically evaluate psychological research evidence in sports and exercise
- use a range of quantitative and qualitative skills as well as use advanced statistical and analytical methods
- assess and devise appropriate interventions for performance enhancement
- apply appropriate psychological skills and counselling techniques
Modules
You will study modules in this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.
Compulsory Modules
- Advanced Research Methods for Applied Psychology A 10
- Advanced Research Methods for Applied Psychology B 10
Career Opportunities
The course is for graduates who are looking to develop a career as a:
- sport and exercise Psychologist
- performance psychologist
- Sports and exercise scientist
- sports director
- sports coach
- academic researcher
Further Study
Our MSc also provides a route into sport and exercise psychology at PhD level.
Networking opportunities
As part of your professional development as a sport and exercise psychologist, you will have the opportunity to meet with external agencies and guest lecturers. These provide real-world examples and networking opportunities.
Admissions
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Program delivery
You'll be taught using a range of methods, including:
- lectures
- seminars
- small group work
- case studies