Psychology of Sport

University of Stirling
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 9 Months Psychology

About this course

We offer the only sports psychology Masters in Scotland that’s accredited by the British Psychological Society. Our interdisciplinary course is designed to meet the current needs of this growing industry and prepare you for a range of rewarding jobs.

You’ll develop a critical understanding of contemporary sports psychology theory and research that you can draw on to facilitate better performances by individuals and teams. You’ll graduate with a broad knowledge of the field, as well as clear insights into the areas that interest you most. You’ll also benefit from the presence of elite-level athletes and sports agencies based right here on the University campus.

Our expert teaching staff includes Chartered Psychologists, registered Sport and Exercise Psychologists and practitioners and supervisors accredited by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences. All of their knowledge and research has been incorporated into this Masters course, so you can be confident you’ll leave Stirling with the best possible preparation for a career in sports psychology.

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2229 Therapy professionals
2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists
3229 Welfare and housing associate professionals
2225 Clinical psychologists
2226 Other psychologists
3224 Counsellors

Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
9 Months
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Stirling
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Psychology