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MSc Psychology of Sport (Accredited)

University of Stirling

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Stirling

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Learn how to maximise athletic potential with our Masters in Psychology of Sport. The global sports market is expected to reach £490 billion by 2028 (source: Research and Markets 2025), and the American Psychological Association says this growth is matched by increasing demand for Sport Psychologists. The mental side of athletic performance is as vital as the physical side, and Sport and Exercise Psychologists can help individuals and teams gain a competitive edge. Our Sports Psychology course is one of the few in Scotland accredited by the British Psychological Society. Your studies will cover the latest theory in Sport Psychology – and how to apply it, including: theory and practice across performance, participation and wellbeing psychological skills and intervention in key areas (e.g., confidence, anxiety, performance under pressure) promoting positive mental health among athletes and staff working with diverse populations and clients other than athletes, such as coaches and referees research methods applied to cutting edge areas of inquiry as well as your own interests topics such as cohesion, leadership, motivational climate, culture professional practice skills: consultancy process, case formulation, reflective practice, ethics in action. Practical experience This course also includes a placement that will give you a chance to put your knowledge into practice. As Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence, Stirling is among the best places in the UK to study sport. Your placement will give you a chance to apply your learnings with a wide range of partner organisations, including Cycling Ireland, Scottish Racing Academy, University of Stirling Tennis Programme, Queens Park Football Club and many others. The course comprises five modules, including a dissertation project. You’ll need to complete them all to earn your Masters degree, although you can also graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate by completing limited elements of the course.

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Tuition fees

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£ 12,150per year

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University information

University of Stirling

University of Stirling

  • University League Table

    55th

  • Campus address

    University of Stirling, University of Stirling, Stirling, Stirling, FK9 4LA, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    51st out of 118 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    157 76%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    75th

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    74th

    9

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