University of East London

Overview

The MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences (Sport Psychology) is a full-time, one-year program that equips students with the ability to apply psychological principles in various sporting and exercise contexts. Throughout the course, you will deepen your understanding of sport psychology, enhance your practical skills through experiential learning, and engage in a research project focused on a topic that interests you.

• Award: MSc
• Programme title: Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences (Sport Psychology)
• Duration: Typically 12 months (full-time)
• Credits: 180 credits total (including a 120-credit research project)
• Delivery: Full-time
• Mode: Campus-based
• Language of instruction: English
• Entry requirements: Minimum 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in a sport or psychology-related area; English language proficiency required

What you'll study

The program is structured to enhance both your applied practice and research capabilities through a series of core modules. You will explore contemporary issues in sport psychology, develop advanced applied skills, engage in work-based learning, and culminate your studies with a significant research project.

• Contemporary Issues in Sport Psychology
• Advanced Applied Sport Psychology
• Sport and Exercise Work-Based Learning
• Applying Research Skills
• Sport Research Project (120 credits)

Assessment approach: You will be evaluated through a combination of academic assignments, practical tasks relevant to the field, and a research project or dissertation based on an approved topic.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a minimum of a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline, such as sport science or psychology. Additionally, proof of English language proficiency is required for non-native speakers, typically demonstrated through recognized tests.

Career prospects

Graduates of the MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences (Sport Psychology) are well-prepared for a variety of career paths within the sports and exercise sectors. Career opportunities may include roles in coaching, sports consultancy, performance enhancement, and fitness training, as well as positions in educational institutions and health organizations focused on mental well-being in sports.