MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

The MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology course is a full-time 18-month program offered by the University of Bolton. This course aims to provide students with a detailed understanding of the mental processes and behaviours crucial to success in sports. By incorporating practical experiences, the course also strives to prepare students to engage with industry professionals in a real-world context.Course Content: The MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology course involves topics such as research methods, sport and exercise psychology, and mental well-being in sport and exercise. The course also includes a dissertation project wherein students can explore in detail a particular area of interest within the field of sport and exercise psychology.Key Modules: Some of the key modules in this course include Research Methods in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Professional Development in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Mental Well-being in Sport and Exercise, and Performance Lifestyle. A significant component of this course is the dissertation module wherein students will conduct a research project under the guidance of a personal supervisor.Accreditations: This course is fully endorsed by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Following successful completion of the program, students will be able to pursue Stage 2 accreditation with the BPS and potentially practice as a Chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist.Future Careers: The completion of this course enables students to find successful careers in the field of sport and exercise psychology. They could work as consultants for athletes and coaches or find roles in health and wellness programs promoting physical activity. Other potential careers could also be in sports research or teaching in higher education.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.