Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc at Northumbria University

Programme overview

This programme is British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited and endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) (formerly BASES).

Faculty: School of Psychology | Duration: 1 year Full Time; 28 months Part Time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Exercise Psychology, Motor Processes in Sport, Psychological Skills for Sport Performance, Counselling and Interpersonal Processes in Sport and Exercise, Qualitative and Quantitative Methods, Professional Skills, MSc Thesis.

Career pathways

Delivered by research-active academics and HCPC-registered practitioners, this employment-focused Masters develops the theoretical knowledge and applied skills required for careers in sport and exercise psychology. Through research-led teaching, practical learning, and innovative assessments, the course prepares graduates to make meaningful contributions in a growing and impactful field.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have: A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in Psychology that provides the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society, or a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a related field with relevant experience. International qualifications: English language requirements: International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 6 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,565 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full UK course fee for 2027/28 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,500 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full international course fee for 2027/28 entry. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year Full Time; 28 months Part Time

Apply through the official page: https://sits.northumbria.ac.uk/live/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=DTFSXP6&code2=0013

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