MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology

The Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc course at Anglia Ruskin University is a full-time or part-time postgraduate course that delves into understanding the psychological relationship between physical activity and mental wellbeing. Incorporating the practice and theory of psychology within sport and exercise settings, students learn to conduct research, support individuals and teams towards achieving their specific goals, and enhance performance and mental health.Course Content: The course is designed to provide a critical understanding of sport and exercise psychology, enabling students to understand and analyse the social and cultural factors associated with sports participation. It is segregated into terms with first term focusing on building foundation knowledge, followed by learning applied skills required to be a practicing psychologist, and lastly, conducting a major research project in a respective area of interest.Key Modules: Some of the key modules comprising the course include 'Psychology of Physical Activity and Health', 'Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology', 'Advanced Research Practice in Psychology', 'Exercise Prescription and the Promotion of Physical Activity', and 'Masters Major Project'.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), providing all graduates with a route to becoming a Chartered Psychologist as long as minimum grade standards are met.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can pursue a range of careers within sports and exercise industries, health, and education sectors, such as Sport and Exercise Psychologist, Performance Lifestyle Advisor, Teacher, or Health Promotion Specialist.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.