BSc (Hons) Psychology of Sport and Exercise at Loughborough University

Programme overview

Explore the science of behaviour and discover its impact from mental health to performance. The role of a sport and exercise psychologist is vital to the world of sport and integral to population health. Sport psychologists apply psychological knowledge to improve coaching, athlete learning and elite performance.

Faculty: School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences | Department: Psychology | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year | Study mode: full-time; optional placement year (sandwich) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Beyond studying all major areas of psychological science, this BPS-accredited course focuses on the application of psychology to sport, performance and exercise environments. Year 1 compulsory modules: Learning to be a Psychologist, Research Skills A, Psychology of the Early Years, Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Cognitive Research, Understanding the Brain.

Career pathways

Students from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences have gone on to enjoy rewarding careers within a diverse range of organisations. We know from our experience and industry links that this course will equip graduates for further professional training as a qualified sport and exercise psychologist.

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Entry requirements

Typical A level offer: AAB. Typical IB offer: 35 (6,6,5 HL). Typical BTEC offer: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus two A levels at Grades AB; BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: D*D plus one A level at Grade B. GCSE: GCSE Maths grade 5/C and GCSE English Language 6/B; GCSE Maths Grade 5: There is no flexibility in this requirement. However, we will consider a grade C in Level 3 Core Maths as a suitable alternative.; GCSE English Language: If you have achieved Grade 5 in GCSE English Language, we can still consider an application if you have Grade 6 or above in GCSE English Literature.; If you have achieved Grade 4 or 5 in GCSE English Language, we can still consider an application if you have a contextual indicator. Please refer to our Contextual Admissions Policy for further information on contextual indicators used by the University. Selection: Applicants are usually selected solely on the basis of their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview may be required. Ghana (WASSCE): Students taking the WASSCE will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year. Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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