Psychology of Sport
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Pursue a career at the intersection of psychology and athletics with the University of Salford’s BSc (Hons) in Psychology of Sport. This three-year, full-time program equips you with the scientific understanding of human behaviour in sport and exercise contexts, preparing you to become a well-rounded sport psychology professional.
Develop a Strong Foundation in Psychology: Gain a comprehensive understanding of core psychological principles, including learning, motivation, perception, social psychology, and developmental psychology. Explore how these principles apply to athletes, coaches, and the sporting world.
Specialize in Sport Psychology: Delve into the specialized field of sport psychology, studying topics like performance enhancement, motivation in sport, mental health and well-being of athletes, group dynamics within teams, and leadership in sport.
Apply Theory to Practice: Bridge the gap between theory and practice through engaging coursework and practical applications. Learn how to conduct research, analyze data, and develop psychological interventions relevant to sport and exercise psychology.
Develop Practical Skills: Hone your critical thinking, research, communication, and interpersonal skills. Gain experience designing and delivering sport psychology workshops and interventions, potentially through placements with sports organizations (program-dependent).
Graduates emerge as versatile sport psychology professionals prepared for diverse careers in various fields, including:
- Working as a sport psychologist with professional athletes, teams, or academies
- Providing sport psychology services to recreational athletes or exercise enthusiasts
- Consulting roles within sports organizations or governing bodies
- Research positions in sport psychology
Benefits of this Program:
- Career-Focused Education: Gain the knowledge and skills sought after by employers in the sport and exercise psychology field.
- Experienced Faculty: Learn from lecturers who are active researchers and practitioners in the field of sport psychology.
- Strong Industry Connections: Benefit from the university’s connections with professional sports organizations, potentially gaining valuable practical experience through placements.
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If the university or college still has places available after the deadline, you can apply, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Tuition fee for UK students is €10,800.
Admissions Requirements
High School Diploma with a combined score of SAT I of at least 1260 with an individual minimum score in mathematics of 570 /800 and an individual minimum score of 610/800 in the evidence-based reading and writing section; or ACT with a score of at least 26; or grade 3, 3, 4 in three Advanced Placement Tests (APs) in specified subjects; or SAT II in three specified subjects at 575 or better (we will accept tests interchangeably as long as in total three subject areas are covered).
If you do not meet the entry requirements, you could take the International Foundation Year to gain entry onto this degree.
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