BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology

The Sport and Exercise Psychology BSc course offered by Solent University equips students with the skills and knowledge required to support athletes in achieving their performance goals. The course uses a combination of practical application and theory learning to develop a strong understanding of sport and exercise psychology principles.Course Content: The course curriculum follows the guidelines set out by the British Psychological Society (BPS). It covers key areas such as cognitive and emotional factors in sports, qualitative and quantitative research methods, and the psychological impacts of physical activity.Key Modules: Some of the core modules include Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology, Research Skills for Sport Scientists, Sport, Exercise and Health Psychology, and Performance Lifestyle.Accreditations: Upon successful completion, students will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society. Future Careers: This course lays the groundwork for a career in a variety of fields such as sport and exercise psychologist, fitness instructor, sports coach, and health promotion specialist. Students also have the opportunity to progress onto postgraduate study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.