MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex

University of Essex | Colchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 21,700
(c. USD29,060.86)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Psychology can significantly improve commitment to workout routines, motivate people to achieve their athletic goals, and frequently serves as a crucial factor in securing victory in sports.
Delivering a distinctive learning opportunity by integrating psychology into the wider field of sport and exercise science, our MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology focuses on one of psychology's most rapidly growing specialties. You'll gain understanding of professional work in diverse sport and exercise settings while concentrating on real-world applications and ethical issues, building fundamental expertise for both research and practical work in this niche area. Practical training with specialized equipment for research and application will be available, highlighting the value of real-world testing.

The expanding sports science, fitness, wellness, and recreation industries offer numerous career paths for graduates in sports and exercise psychology. An MSc degree provides a competitive advantage in this growing job market.

Professionals in this field may work as counselors, team psychologists, public exercise consultants, or wellness program developers. Some students may choose to continue their education with BPS Stage 2 training to earn the title 'Sport and Exercise Psychologist' or pursue doctoral studies.


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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

A 2:2 degree in subjects relevant to the following areas: sports, Exercise, Psychology. Your degree must include one of the following modules: Psychology, Sports Psychology. We will also consider applicants with a 2:2 degree in any discipline with substantive work experience in sport, exercise, or health. If English is not your first language, we require IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5, TOEFL IBT 88 overall with minimum component scores: listening 17, reading 18, writing 17, and speaking 20.

Tuition GBP 21,700

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