Program Overview

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Introduction to the MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology

The MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Loughborough University is designed to prepare students for career pathways in sport and exercise psychology. The program moves beyond the fundamentals of psychological science by focusing on significant areas in the applied contexts of sport and exercise while providing a critical understanding of sport and exercise psychology research and practice.

Qualification(s) Available

• MSc

Fees

• Dependent on start date
• See below for specific fee information

Scholarships Available

• Yes, various scholarships are available

Entry Requirements

• 2:1 (65%) or equivalent international qualification in sport and exercise science, psychology, or a related discipline

Full-time and Part-time Study Options

• Full-time: 1 year
• Part-time: Typically 2 years

Location

• Loughborough

Start Date

• October 2025 or October 2026

Department

• Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

Program Description

The MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology degree is designed and delivered to prepare students for career pathways in sport and exercise psychology. The program is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) via Accreditation Through Partnership and is designed to prepare students for practitioner training and doctoral research in sport and exercise psychology.

Program Structure

The program targets significant areas of sport and exercise psychology packaged in the following modules:

• Qualitative Research
• Quantitative Research
• Self-Regulation in Sport and Exercise
• Performance Psychology and Management
• Psychology of Exercise for Clinical Populations
• Mental Health in Sport and Exercise
• Professional Practice in Sport Psychology
• Social Processes in Sport
• Research Project

Why Choose This Program

• Benefit from the academic expertise and reputation amongst graduate employers
• The program is accredited by the British Psychological Society, which constitutes Stage 1 of training to become an accredited Sport and Exercise Psychologist
• The degrees are informed by sector-leading research ranked 1st in the UK for research power and environment in Sport and Exercise Sciences, Leisure and Tourism
• Students will be taught by international experts with real-world experience
• Benefit from the world-leading research portfolio to develop a project tailored to interests and career goals

Assessment

Students will be assessed by a variety of scientific and applied reports, presentations, a research project journal article, in-class tests, and exams.

Study Methods

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Independent study
• Group work
• Practical sessions

Entry Requirements for International Students

The University uses the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities to identify the required final mark. The requirements vary by country and can be found on the University's website.

English Language Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements, which can be found on the International website.

Fees and Funding

• UK fee: £13,250 (full-time) for the academic year
• International fee: £30,950 (full-time) for the academic year
• Fees for the academic year apply to courses starting in October 2025 or January 2026
• Fees are reviewed annually and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures

Scholarships and Bursaries

• Up to 20% off tuition fees: Creating Better Futures Masters Scholarship for African Students
• Up to £5,000 per year: Loughborough Sports Scholarship
• 10% off tuition fees: Loughborough University Alumni Bursary

Your Development

The School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences is committed to helping students develop the skills and attributes needed to progress successfully in their chosen career. On successful completion of the program, students will be qualified to enroll for practitioner training or doctoral research in sport and exercise psychology.

Our Academics

The program is taught by a team of experienced academics with expertise in sport and exercise psychology, including:

• Dr. Clare Stevinson
• Dr. Ian Taylor
• Dr. Robin Jackson
• Dr. Jamie Barker
• Prof. Sophia Jowett
• Dr. Anthony Papathomas
• Dr. Karl Steptoe

Your Future Career

The MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology degree is designed to prepare students for two specific career pathways:

• Sport and exercise psychologist or scientist
• Academic: lecturer/professor

Graduate Destinations

Graduates from this course have gone on to careers such as sport and exercise psychologist, sport and exercise scientist, lecturer in sport and exercise psychology, and sport coach or exercise instructor/trainer. Others have progressed to doctoral research in the field of sport and exercise psychology.

Related Master's Degrees

• Musculoskeletal Sport Science and Health MSc
• Sport Biomechanics MSc
• Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences PhD
• Strength and Conditioning MSc