MSc Sport Psychology at Swansea University

The MSc Sport Psychology develops the core knowledge, applied skills and professional competencies needed to progress towards becoming an ethically grounded, evidence-based scientist-practitioner in sport psychology. It is taught on campus at Bay Campus and prepares students to enter Stage 2 of training. The programme does not include formal placements.

Department: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study covers topics aligned to the eight core competencies of psychology, including social, cognitive and developmental psychology, plus guidance on working as an applied practitioner. Modules include Data Analysis, Principles of Working as a Sport Psychologist (60 credits), Core Principles of Sport Psychology and Psychomotor Learning, Enhancing Sport Performance and Wellbeing across the Lifespan, and a 60-credit dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates are placed to progress towards accreditation as sport psychologists, working independently or with teams, clubs and organisations. Others pursue PhD research or roles as researchers, applied practitioners, or lifestyle and player care advisors.

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