BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology

The Sport and Exercise Psychology BSc (Hons) course at Northampton University is designed for those passionate about sport, exercise, and health. This course combines scientific research and practical application to help you understand how psychological factors influence participation and performance in sports, and improve exercise adherence. Course Content: The course uses an evidence-based approach, focusing on the individual differences that influence sport and exercise behavior. Students will be able to apply sports psychology in a practical setting, as well as understanding the demands of performance sports and how athletes cope with these demands. The course content includes a mixture of lectures, seminars, and practical sessions, giving exposure to both theory and practice.Key Modules: The course covers modules such as the Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology, Individual Differences, Social Psychology in Sport and Exercise, Psychology of Sports Injury and Rehabilitation, and Research in Sport and Exercise. Accreditations: The course meets the criteria required for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society, the first step towards becoming a chartered psychologist, provided that the minimum standards of qualification are achieved.Future Careers: Graduates from the course can pursue careers in sports and exercise psychology, as well as related areas such as health promotion, sports coaching, and health and fitness industries. An option for further academic progression is also available with the MSc Sport and Exercise programme for those looking to extend their studies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.