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Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc

Newcastle University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Newcastle University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

Develop the skills and knowledge you need to advance in Sport and Exercise Psychology. You'll learn to improve performance and wellbeing in individual and team-based sports.

Overview

Sport and exercise psychologists work with athletes, either as individuals or as teams. They develop strategies that improve performance. We will prepare you with the skills and knowledge to develop better performance in individual and team-based sports.

Newcastle University is the first Russell Group University to develop an MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology. We have expert academics and clinical staff from the Faculty of Medical Sciences. The Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc at Newcastle University is accredited by the British Psychological Society.

You'll develop your understanding of psychology in a sport and exercise context. This includes the theory, evidence and practice. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to become a reflective practitioner. We'll prepare you for further professional training. This is a route towards eligibility to practice as a sport and exercise psychologist.

Students will prepare for:

  • careers in sport and exercise psychology
  • higher research-related degrees (for example a PhD)

What you'll learn

During the course, you will learn how to:

  • apply and evaluate psychological theory, strategy and techniques to facilitate performance enhancement and behaviour change
  • critically evaluate psychological research evidence in sports and exercise
  • use a range of quantitative and qualitative skills as well as use advanced statistical and analytical methods
  • assess and devise appropriate interventions for performance enhancement
  • apply appropriate psychological skills and counselling techniques

Career development

The course is for graduates who are looking to develop a career as a:

  • sport and exercise Psychologist
  • performance psychologist
  • sport and exercise scientist
  • sports director
  • sports coach
  • academic researcher

    • Tuition fees

    Students living in Hong Kong
    (International fees)

    £ 28,300per year

    Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

    University information

    Newcastle University

    Newcastle University

    • University League Table

      26th

    • Campus address

      Medical Student Office, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4HH, United Kingdom

    VIEW PROFILE
    Newcastle is known for being friendly and welcoming to people from all around the globe. Students enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other UK cities.
    Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses, with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
    Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival, and as they settle into life in the UK.

    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      Psychology

      24th out of 118 3

      13th out of 86 7

    • Entry standards

      / Max 213
      157 74%

      27th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      77.0 77%

      10th

      2

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.00 75%

      80th

      10

    • Entry standards

      / Max 213
      145 68%

      21st

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      78.0 78%

      15th

      38

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.06 77%

      69th

      15

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