Program Overview

MSc Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology

The MSc Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology is a one-year, full-time program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the psychological factors that influence sports performance and exercise behavior. The program is ideal for students looking to pursue a career in high-performance sports settings, including roles such as performance consultants, professional coaches, and sport management professionals.

Course Details

• Course Code: MSSEPPTFAD
• Available: Full-Time
• Intake: Autumn/Fall
• Course Start Date: September
• Duration: 1 Year, Full-Time
• Award: Masters (MSc)
• Qualification: NFQ Level 9 Major Award
• Faculty: Education and Health Sciences
• Course Type: Taught

Brief Description

The program focuses on innovative teaching, going beyond traditional sport psychology to include performance restoration, resilience, and mental health. It provides a connected, innovative, ethically driven experience and a clear pathway to professional accreditation. The MSc is ranked in the Top 100 Worldwide in the QS Global Rankings for Sports Related Programs and is currently seeking accreditation from the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI).

Programme Content

The program is delivered through a blend of lectures, workshops, and experiential learning, with regular feedback from faculty and peers. Students will complete modules in Advanced Research Design, Psychological Skills Training, Applied Positive Psychology, and Professional Practice, among others. The program includes a research project tailored to the student's practice and career goals, completed in the summer semester.

Modules

• Autumn Semester:
  • Advanced Research Design (PS6041)
  • Psychological Skills Training (SS6063)
  • Applied Positive Psychology (SS6113)
  • Professional Practice 1: Professional Competencies (SS6171)
• Spring Semester:
  • Dissertation Development (SS6182)
  • Performance Psychology (SS6152)
  • Exercise Psychology and Mental Health (SS6162)
  • Professional Practice 2: Professional Issues and Ethics (SS6103)
• Summer Semester:
  • Dissertation (SS6163)
  • Professional Practice 3: Consulting and Reflective Practice (SS6153)

Entry Requirements

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience is also an advantage. International students are welcome to apply, with details on country-specific qualifications available.

Fees

• EU: 7,200
• Non-EU: 14,600 Annual fees are billed by semester, with options for a monthly payment plan.

Graduate Profile

Graduates of the MSc Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology can pursue careers in various sectors, including performance directors, professional sport coaches, sport management, consulting in sport sciences, and counseling services to teams and athletes.

Funding

Further information on funding and scholarships is available.