MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science (Sport Psychology) in London United Kingdom | University of East London

Sport psychology is a rapidly growing field focused on improving performance outcomes for athletes, teams, and other high-achieving groups. Using research-backed methods, practitioners apply evidence-based strategies to achieve these goals.
Our MSc program places you at the cutting edge of this discipline, offering an engaging yet demanding immersion into sport psychology. The curriculum starts with exploring foundational theories and research before transitioning to practical applications for aspiring researchers and practitioners. The program culminates with workplace experience, where you'll assist performance enhancement initiatives while conducting research that could expand the field's knowledge base and influence future practices.
The program first establishes the theoretical foundations of sport psychology before demonstrating their implementation—initially in academic settings, then in real-world sports environments. We examine contemporary issues through theoretical lenses before exploring their practical applications. All theoretical concepts covered can be directly applied later—for instance, the critical coach-athlete relationship that remains a recurring theme in applied sport psychology.
Beyond academics, we're enhancing support services including career guidance, library resources, and wellness programs, available both on-campus and online, often around the clock. Our modern library facilities across campuses provide ideal study and research environments, featuring both physical and digital resources, varied study spaces, and specialist librarian support. Students receive academic guidance through advisors and module leaders.
The skills developed in sport psychology open diverse career paths. Graduates have pursued accreditation as sport psychologists while others have applied these competencies to different professions—for example, one alumnus secured a head coaching position at an NCAA Division I university immediately after completing the program.