DPsych Sport and Exercise Psychology
Sport and exercise psychology is a relatively new and increasingly popular area of applied psychology within the UK.
The DPsych Sport and Exercise Psychology is the only programme of its kind in Scotland, with a strong focus on developing outstanding therapeutic skills, inter-disciplinary learning, teaching and research.
Sport and exercise psychologists work in all areas of sport and exercise provision, especially professional and Olympic sports and increasing physical activity and exercise participation amongst the general population.
They represent a trusted and dependable structure within sports science provision at local, national and Olympic-level sport and across structures in professional football, rugby, golf and the national sports institutes (Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and England).
Sport and exercise psychologists draw upon psychological theory and research, applying them to prevent illness and injury, to promote the highest standards of performance and wellbeing, and increase exercise participation and motivation for all.
Module list
Consultancy and Training in Applied Psychology 1: Sport and Exercise, Interventions in Applied Psychology 1, Professional Development in Applied Psychology 1, Advanced Research in Applied Psychology 1, Applied Psychology practice 1 (Skills), Applied Psychology Practice 1 (Theory), Analytical Methods, Advanced Research in Applied Psychology 1, Critical Enquiry in Applied Psychology 2, Interventions in Applied Psychology 2, Professional Development in Applied Psychology 2, Advanced Research in Applied Psychology 2, Critical Enquiry in Applied Psychology 3, Interventions in Applied Psychology 3, Professional Development in Applied Psychology 3a, Professional Development in Applied Psychology 3b, Advanced Research in Applied Psychology 3.Download the Programme Specification for a detailed breakdown of its structure, what you will learn and other useful information.
Please note the final closing date for this programme is 28 May 2021. Applications received after this deadline will be withdrawn.
All entry requirements listed here should be used as a guide and represent the minimum required to be considered for entry. Applicants who are made a conditional offer of a place may be asked to achieve more than is stated.
Typical entry requirements
UK honours degree 2:1 (or equivalent) in Psychology that meets British Psychological Society (BPS) standards for the Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) plus relevant work experience.Subject to DBS, PVG and/or occupational health checks. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview.
Direct access to year two with an MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology (BPS accredited) will be considered in line with GCU's Recognition of Prior Learning policy.
English language
Academic IELTS score of 7.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 7.0.
Please note: if you are from a majority English speaking country, you may not be required to provide further proof of your English Language proficiency.
Additional information
Other academic and vocational qualifications
Each application to GCU is considered on an individual basis. If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications, but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognised professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning scheme.
Additional requirements
Applicants must also demonstrate a level of maturity and experience commensurate with the personal and professional requirements of the programme. Applicants will be required to attend an interview as part of the admissions process, and will be subject to a CRB check.
Acceptance onto the programme will be subject to the outcome of the CRB check and sufficient demonstration of the relevant skills and motivation required to undertake the programme.
Students should provide an example of demonstrating relevant voluntary or paid work experience within a relevant field, for example, experience of voluntary or paid work relevant to the field.
Please note, students are expected to source their own potential placements prior to registration on the programme.
International pathways
Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council. Students receiving this award are eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC as a Sport and Exercise Psychologist.
Accredited by the British Psychological Society.
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Annual tuition fees 2020/21
Home: £7,000
RUK: £7,000
EU: £7,000
International: £13,500
Annual tuition fees 2021/22
Home and RUK: £7,000
EU and International: £13,500
Fees are subject to change and published here for guidance only.
Additional costs
As a student at the University, there are additional fees and costs which may or may not apply to you, but that you should be aware of.
Scholarships
We provide high-quality education for a fair price; as the University for the Common Good, we are committed to offering accessible higher education for talented students by keeping our tuition fees low and providing a generous scholarship package of £2 million per year.