MSc in Applied Sport Psychology
University of Winchester
Key Information
Campus location
Winchester, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 - 2 year
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 15,350 / per year *
Application deadline
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Introduction
- Complete Stage 1 of BPS chartership and HCPC registered practitioner status
- Develop your skills of analysis and practice
- Participate in an active and supportive research department
- Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
MSc Applied Sport Psychology provides you with the opportunity to extend your theoretical understanding of sport and exercise psychology in a supportive environment. This programme draws on the strengths of a sport and exercise psychology team, who are actively conducting their own research, to provide you with an academic programme that supports your career aspirations of working as a sport and exercise psychologist. It enables you to become an evidence-based practitioner who is an active problem-solver, providing the best psychological solutions to the challenges you encounter.
The course has been developed for individuals who possess Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS). The programme is accredited by the BPS and therefore provides the first stage in a training process towards becoming a Chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist.
The course encourages you to actively participate, engage in independent study, and develop a passion for the subject and the process of learning. You draw on your own experiences in a variety of ways throughout the programme and improve your skills in both critical self-reflection and the ability to share these reflections with others.
You study core modules including Philosophy Development & Ethical Practice, Psychological Skills and Intervention and Leadership and Group Dynamics in Sport, along with two modules designed to help you with the research for your dissertation.
MSc Applied Sport Psychology is the first step (Stage 1) in gaining Chartered Psychologist status with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and Registered Practitioner status with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). On completion of the course, you can progress to Stage 2 of training in Sport and Exercise Psychology, which is also offered by the Department of Sport and Exercise at the University of Winchester.
Accreditation
Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, provided the minimum standard of qualification of second-class Honours is achieved and the empirical project is passed.
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Curriculum
Year 1: Level 7
- Philosophy Development & Ethical Practice 15
- Practitioner Competencies and Reflective Practice 15
- Psychological Skills and Intervention 15
- Skill Acquisition and Expertise Development 15
- Leadership and Group Dynamics in Sport 15
- Transitions in Sport 15
- Mental Health and Well-Being 15
- Practitioner development and scope of practice 15
- Dissertation 60
Career Opportunities
MSc Applied Sport Psychology is the first step (Stage 1) in gaining Chartered Psychologist status with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and Registered Practitioner status with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). MSc Applied Sport Psychology students can progress to Stage 2 of training in Sport and Exercise Psychology which is also offered by the Department of Sport and Exercise at the University of Winchester.
Pre-approved for a Master's
If you study for a Bachelor's Honours Degree with us, you will be pre-approved to start a Master's degree at Winchester. To be eligible, you will need to apply by the end of March in the final year of your degree and meet the entry requirements of your chosen Master's degree.