BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology

The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology course offered by Buckinghamshire New University is designed for students with a passion for sports, exercise, and performance. This course combines the study of psychology and sport sciences, helping students understand how mental processes can influence physical performance in sport and exercise contexts. It provides students with a solid foundation in key theories, research methods, and practical applications within both psychology and sport domains.Course Content: The undergraduate programme takes a broad approach to the subject, covering areas like sport science, cognitive psychology, and social psychology. It also includes a focus on the research process, preparing students for future study or careers in this discipline.Key Modules: Some of the key modules students will undertake include Sport Psychology, Research Methods in Psychology, Exercise Psychology, Psychobiology, and Abnormal Psychology. Accreditations: This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) which is an essential requirement for students who wish to pursue a career in professional psychology.Future Careers: Graduates are equipped for careers in sport and exercise consultancy, health promotion, teaching, and postgraduate education. There are also opportunities to work within sport and recreation management, sport governing bodies, and health and fitness industries. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.