Sport and Exercise Psychology (Including Year Abroad)

University of Essex
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Psychology

A-Level Entry

BBB

UCAS Points

112 - 120 points

About this course

Our BSc Sports and Exercise Psychology course will provide you with an immersive and exciting experience of studying the human mind and the application to sport and exercise science. You will study a variety of topics including:

  • Social psychology and individual differences

  • Experiencing emotion

  • Promoting health, exercise, and active lifestyles

  • Psychological skills and strategies for improving sports performance

    Our course sits within our School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences (SRES), with studies split equally between SRES and the Department of Psychology. This provides a unique opportunity to join communities focused on both psychology and sport and exercise science, allowing us to bring together our research, share knowledge and enhance opportunities for you. You will be based in our state-of-the-art Sport Arena, benefiting from a range of facilities and dedicated laboratories for research.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBB
    UCAS Tariff Points 112 - 120 points
    BTEC DDM

    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
    2226 Other psychologists
    2225 Clinical psychologists
    3224 Counsellors

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Colchester
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology