MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology

Sexuality, racism, gender, disability, mental health, abuse in the past these subjects were not talked about in the world of sport - but times have changed. And thats not all thats changed. Our understanding of how the mind affects the body has dramatically advanced. And the role of psychology has grown, not just to support wellbeing, but to deliver better sporting results. Its no surprise then, that the demand for highly trained sport and exercise psychologists is on the rise. And psychology matters, whether youre an elite athlete, a keen amateur or an army veteran recovering from injury.

Our MSc is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) which means if you want to become a chartered sport and exercise psychologist and have already completed an accredited undergraduate or top-up course, by the end of this masters youre halfway there.

You'll learn about neuroscience and become highly skilled in research. Youll be using the latest sport and exercise laboratory equipment, for example, eye-tracking technology that helps a cricketer score hit more runs or virtual reality as a safer way to train for heading footballs.

Youll gain the critical thinking skills, communication skills and knowledge of ethics you'll need to make informed decisions to support and advise others. Youll be taught by experts in their fields including accredited sport and exercise psychologists and experienced researchers. Many also have professional sport sector experience, with well-established links and contacts throughout the industry, and have worked as consultants with some of the worlds leading performers in a variety of sports.

This course could lead to studying a PhD, starting your own business or your first professional job. Whatever you decide to do, youll benefit from learning at our state-of-the-art Manchester Metropolitan University Institute of Sport with world-class tutors, equipment, technology and facilities.

Youll also benefit from studying in a city thats home to many of the UK's leading sport organisations and clubs.