Program Overview

Sport and Exercise Psychology, MSc

Overview

Learn from experts in sports science and benefit from world-class teaching with this accredited Master’s in Sport and Exercise Psychology.

Course Details

• School: Human Sciences
• Location: Greenwich Campus
• Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
• Start month: September
• Home/international fees 2025/26: £11,325 / £17,975

What You Should Know About This Course

• Our programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
• Number one in London for graduate prospects (2022 Complete University Guide Annual League Table - Psychology).
• You will receive academic support throughout from research-active teaching staff who are experts in their fields.
• Located at the University's iconic Greenwich Campus.

Course Outline

Full-time

• Year 1:
  • Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology (30 credits)
  • Social and Cognitive Processes in Performance (30 credits)
  • Psychology of Physical Activity, Exercise and Wellbeing (30 credits)
  • MSc Psychology Project (60 credits)
  • Core Research Methods and Analyses (30 credits)

Part-time

• Year 1:
  • Social and Cognitive Processes in Performance (30 credits)
  • Psychology of Physical Activity, Exercise and Wellbeing (30 credits)
  • Core Research Methods and Analyses (30 credits)
• Year 2:
  • Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology (30 credits)
  • MSc Psychology Project (60 credits)

Entry Requirements

• UK citizens and permanent residents:
  • An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Sports Science, Psychology or a relevant subject.
  • Applicants without a BPS-accredited degree will be required to complete a research methods assessment.
• International entry requirements:
  • The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.

Fees and Funding

• Fees:
  • Home: £11,325
  • International: £17,975
• Scholarships and bursaries:
  • We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
• Accommodation costs:
  • Rooms start at £146.30/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills, access to our on-campus gym and 24-hour security.

Careers and Placements

• What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
  • After completing this course, you will be ideally positioned to complete training to become a fully qualified Sport and Exercise Psychologist, or to complete a PhD qualification.
• Do you provide employability services?
  • Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.

Support and Advice

• Academic skills and study support:
  • We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.
• Support from the department:
  • We have well-equipped facilities and laboratories to support research within the area of Sport and Exercise Psychology.