Psychology with Sport

Solent’s psychology with sport degree, accredited by The British Psychological Society, is the ideal way to kickstart a career in this growing area. You will explore how people act and interact, and the thoughts and feelings that underlie their behaviour. You’ll develop an understanding of intervention techniques that can be applied in exercise and team settings. You’ll also gain an insight into the coach-athlete relationships.

The subject contributes to an understanding of the day-to-day problems faced by people all around the world. Psychologists use a wide variety of methodological techniques including experiments, questionnaires, observations, video analysis and interviews to investigate human behaviour and obtain reliable evidence. This evidence can then form the basis of potential interventions and recommendations.

You'll study core areas of psychology, such as cognitive psychology, behaviourism and social psychology to gain a solid grounding in the field. But you'll also explore how this can be applied within a sport and exercise context. We work closely with sport teams and health organisations in order to provide you with hands-on learning opportunities. The applied nature of the course ensures that you’ll develop the professional skills needed for work in the sports industry.

If you’re looking to study our psychology with sport degree but don’t have the relevant qualifications or experience, the social sciences foundation year will help you develop the core skills and knowledge to progress. Find out more about the health, sport and social sciences foundation year.

Who is this course for?
Our psychology with sport programme is well-suited to students from a wide range of academic backgrounds.

You should have an inherent interest in human behaviour and a desire to apply this interest in sport, exercise and coaching contexts.

What does this course lead to?
The scientific aspects of your psychology course - the application of a reasoned approach, problem solving and manipulation of data - provide useful tools for careers in many industries.

To practise as a psychologist, further postgraduate training and supervision is required. Find out more on the British Psychological Society (BPS) website.

YEAR ONE
CORE MODULES

Psychology Launchpad
The Social Toolkit
Behaviour and the Brain
Understanding the Elite Athlete

YEAR TWO
CORE MODULES

Neuropsychology
Diversity in the Social World
From Cradle to Grave
Exercise Psychology: From Concepts to Change

FINAL YEAR
CORE MODULES

CHIP
Psychology Project
Psychology Professional Practice
Sport Psychology in Action

You may be assessed at the end of each block by:
Individual presentations
Group presentations
Written exams
Coursework
As part of this course, you will study one module at a time, giving you the chance to build a deeper understanding and see the results of your hard work more quickly. With regular assessments and feedback, rather than exams all at once, you’ll also benefit from improved focus, and a more manageable workload.