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BSc (Hons) Psychology (Sport, Health and Exercise)

Brunel University London (Navitas), United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the psychological factors that influence sport, health, and exercise. You will learn about the psychological mechanisms underlying sport performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. You will also explore the role of psychology in promoting healthy behaviors and managing chronic illnesses related to physical activity. In addition, you will gain practical experience through workshops and placements in sports organizations, allowing you to apply your knowledge in real-world settings.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing careers in sport psychology, exercise psychology, health promotion, or related fields. The program is designed to provide a strong foundation in research methods and statistical analysis, as well as opportunities for collaboration with leading sports organizations.

Experience the Best of Both Worlds: Cutting-Edge Research and Practical Experience at Brunel University London (Navitas)

Brunel University London (Navitas) offers a unique learning environment that combines cutting-edge research with practical experience. Our faculty are experts in their fields and are dedicated to providing personalized support to students. The university's location in London provides access to a diverse range of sports organizations, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in the industry.

Why You Should Study This Course

With a 2:2 grade or higher, youll be eligible to apply for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS). This is a prerequisite for many BPS accredited postgraduate training courses. It is also required for entry to all accredited Stage 2 Doctoral programs as part of the route to becoming a Chartered Psychologist. So this course could be your next step on the way to becoming a psychologist, be it in sport and exercise or in other fields. Youll also have the skills and expertise for a wide range of other careers. For instance, you may wish to become a university lecturer, a consultant in an elite sport or maybe lead a national sport psychology service for an organization such as the English Institute of Sport. Perhaps you would prefer to work for the local authority, driving sport development policies or helping to deliver corporate healthcare solutions for organizations such as Nuffield Health. With a Psychology (Sport, Health and Exercise) BSc, your options are many and varied.

General Eligibility

  • GCE A-level BBB.

  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DDM in any subject.

  • BTEC Level 3 Diploma DM in any subject with an A-level at grade B.

  • BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma D in any subject with A-levels grade BC.

  • International Baccalaureate Diploma 30 points.

  • Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in the  Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3.

  • T levels : Merit overall

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Compulsory modules:

  • Employability in Psychology

  • Foundations of Psychology III: Brain and Cognition

  • Foundations of Psychology I: Learning and Social Psychology

  • Introduction to the Psychology of Sport and Exercise

  • Research Methods

  • Statistics

2 Year 2

Compulsory

  • Advanced Data Analysis

  • Biological Psychology

  • Cognitive Psychology

  • Developmental Psychology

  • Developing Research Methods and Data Analysis Skills

  • Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing in the Life Course

  • The Psychology of Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity: Theory and Application

  • Qualitative Research Methods

  • Quantitative Research Methods

3 Year 3

Compulsory

  • Advanced Research Methods and Data Analysis: Final Year Project

  • Advanced Issues in Individual Differences

  • Advanced Issues in Social Psychology

  • Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

  • Issues in Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing

  • The Psychology of Physical Activity for Health

Optional

  • Animal Behaviour

  • Cross-Cultural Psychology

  • Disorders of Perception and Movement Control

  • Drugs, Hormones and the Brain

  • Evolutionary Psychology

  • Forensic Psychology

  • Human Sexual Diversity

  • Mindfulness: Neuroscience and Clinical Applications

  • Personality and Close Relationships

  • Practical Investigations of Mind and Brain

  • Psychoanalytic Psychology

  • Psychology of Reading and its Impairments

  • Psychology of Religion

  • Psychology of Social Media

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS: 6.5 (min 5.5 in all areas)

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