MSc Sport Psychology

The Sport Psychology course offered at Heriot-Watt University is designed to provide advanced knowledge and practical skills necessary for developing a career in the field of sport and exercise psychology. The program content covers cognitive, social, motivational, and developmental aspects of sport and exercise psychology.Course Content: The course includes modules like Performance Psychology, Exercise for Special Populations, Quantitative and Qualitative Research, and Psychology of Physical Activity. The program also features a final project based on primary research in sport and exercise psychology.Key Modules: Some of the core modules offered in this course include Sport and Exercise Physiology, Performance Psychology, Exercise for Special Populations, Psychology of Physical Activity, Principles of Research Design, Quantitative and Qualitative Research, and a special project.Future Careers: The completion of this program could lead to a potential career as a Practising Sport Psychologist, Performance Lifestyle Advisor, Sport and Exercise Consultant, or a Researcher in Sport and Exercise Sciences. Graduates can also pursue further studies with a doctoral degree or seek employment in different fitness, health, and sports industries.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.