Psychology with Sport and Exercise BSc (Hons) at Coventry University

Develop the knowledge and tools to understand and apply psychological strategies that improve athletic performance, promote well-being and enhance exercise behaviours. Explore the psychology behind sport, exercise and performance, gaining insights into motivation, resilience and well-being. Prepare yourself for a career in elite sport, exercise and physical activity, mental health, business, education, research and more, developing expertise for diverse settings, from leisure facilities to healthcare.

Faculty: Sport Science, Coaching and Management  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: Biological Basis of Behaviour, The Psychology of Human Interaction, Mental Processes: From Thought to Action, Development Across the Lifespan. Year two: Developing Self and Identity in the Social World, Science of the Mind, Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology, Psychology in Motion: Tracing the Path of Sport and Exercise. Final year: Project Planning and Ethics in Psychology, Independent Research Project, Multi-disciplinary Sport and Exercise Psychology, Change in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Neuropsychology in Sport and Exercise.

Career pathways

This course should help you develop valuable skills that employers highly seek, such as strong communication, critical thinking, analytical abilities, and confident presentation and listening skills. These should prepare you for careers in applied psychology, research and beyond.

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