Sport and Exercise Psychology

This degree course is designed for those with a particular interest in the psychology of what impacts performance in sports, exercise and beyond. The discipline examines how psychologists can help athletes optimise performance, improve motivation, and promote exercise. This course covers all core areas of psychology to give you a breadth of career options whilst specialist modules provide a deeper dive into the sports and exercise specialism.

The course includes theory, research, and applications of psychological perspectives, methods, and interventions in global contexts of sport and exercise. This is supplemented by the development of professional levels of transferable, practical and cognitive skills. The aim is to enable graduates to attain the skills and knowledge to confidently progress to their chosen career path in an international arena.  

The course provides a broad and varied educational experience to optimise learning and engage you in experiential learning across a range of international contexts. The course also includes methodological and analytical research skills to conduct ethical scientific investigations in psychology.

This course is accredited and recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Accreditation by the British Psychological Society means that as a graduate, provided you achieve at least a 2:2, you will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). Additional costs may apply. Please check with the BPS for full details.

Key course benefits

In addition to a range of careers as a sport psychologist, psychologist, or coach, this course provides a strong foundation for working in sports or health and fitness industries. Explore the science behind peak performance for ultimate academic and sporting success.

Give yourself a competitive edge: Specialising in your chosen area will set you apart from other psychology graduates.

Develop valuable skills like critical thinking, research methods, communication, and leadership.

Gain real-world experience with an optional UK or international placement year and our Phoenix+ scheme.

*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.