Postgraduate Certificate/Postgraduate Diploma/MSc
This course looks to further prepare graduates for working in the discipline of Sport & Exercise Psychology. Building on a strong theoretical foundation, students on this course will look to apply their knowledge in an applied setting.
It has been developed for individuals who possess Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS). It is accredited by the BPS and provides the first stage in a training process towards becoming a Chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist. The course is available in both full-time and part-time modules of study with a distance learning option also available.
The course will explore a both theoretical perspectives as well as approaches to applied practice, intervention strategies and professional qualification.
The applied practice placement will allow students to apply their skills and knowledge within either a sport or exercise context and gain a greater understanding of the challenges and demands of working as a Sport & Exercise Psychologist.
Illustrative content
- Performance Psychology (motor skills, practical techniques, pressure, cognitions, learning and perceptions)
- Social Processes (interpersonal, cohesion, leadership, group dynamics)
- Individual Differences (personality, motivation, talent identification, gender differences)
- Psychological Skills (confidence, concentration, emotions, arousal, coping, imagery, biofeedback etc)
- Applied Practice (Counselling, needs analysis, consultancy modules, professional practice, interventions)
Benefits
- Is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
- Includes an applied practice work placement
- Prepares students for a career in sport & exercise science
Career paths
- Specialisation as a Sport & Exercise Scientist
- High performance coach
- Sports performance researcher
Entry requirements
A BPS-accredited undergraduate degree or conversion course
Mode of attendance
Full time or part time, distance learning available
Location
Oxstalls
Enquiries and applications
Student Recruitment Office
Waterworth Building
The Park, Cheltenham
Gloucestershire GL50 4BS
Tel: 01242 714500
Fax: 01242 714827
Email: postgrad@glos.ac.uk