Program Overview

Professional Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology

Overview

The Professional Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology is designed to meet British Psychological Society (BPS) Stage 2 requirements in Sport and Exercise Psychology and eligibility for Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration.

Course Details

• Duration: 4 years (part-time), 2-3 years (full-time)
• Start Date: January
• Study Mode: Part-time, Full-time
• Campus: City
• Tuition Fees: £4,400 (part-time per year)
• Entry Requirements:
  • A good honours degree in Psychology conferring Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership from the British Psychological Society
  • A BPS Accredited MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology, normally at merit level or higher
  • Relevant work experience
  • A suitable pre-determined placement or work related learning opportunities (paid or voluntary)

Course Modules

• Planning Training in Sport and Exercise Psychology (30 credits)
• Sport and Exercise Psychology Professional Practice (270 credits)
• Reflection in Sport and Exercise Psychology (60 credits)

Professional Accreditation

Designed to meet British Psychological Society (BPS) Stage 2 requirements in Sport and Exercise Psychology and eligibility for Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration.

Career Paths

A growing number of Sport and Exercise Psychology graduates work in applied settings as Sport and Exercise Psychology practitioners and promoters, as well as taking up positions in Sport and Exercise Psychology education, teaching and research.

Research Areas

The programme is underpinned by a strong focus on equipping future Sport and Exercise Psychologists with the competencies required to work in a range of professional practice scenarios.

Additional Information

• The programme is delivered in the City Campus, in the £28 million Tom Reilly Building, which provides world-class sport and exercise science facilities.
• LJMU has an excellent employability record with 94% (HESA 2022) of our postgraduates in work or further study fifteen months after graduation.
• The University reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to a course and facilities if necessary.