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Leeds Beckett University: Psychology of Sport and Exercise
| Institution | Leeds Beckett University |
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| Department | Sport |
| Web | https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk |
| admissionsenquiries@leedsbeckett.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0113 812 3113 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), this course focuses on the study of psychology within a range of sport and exercise settings, providing an essential stepping-stone to becoming a Chartered Sport & Exercise Psychologist.
As part of your course you’ll:
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Learn how to conduct initial assessments of clients
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Look at how to maintain professional boundaries
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Analyse data sets
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Develop a systematic, evidence-informed and ethical approach to your work
Supporting your career goals To support your career goals, you’ll have the opportunity to gain practical experience working with a range of clients, from recreational to elite performers, across a variety of sporting pursuits. This hands-on approach will aid your professional development, enhancing your understanding of ethical and evidence-informed practice.
Prepare for BPS Stage 2 The course makes you eligible for stage 2 of the qualification in Sport & Exercise Psychology and after completing BPS Stage 1 and Stage 2 qualifications, you’ll be able to use the titles of Sport and Exercise Psychologist, Registered Psychologist or Practitioner Psychologist. Members of our highly experienced team are qualified to provide BPS Stage 2 supervision.
International recognition We’ve been ranked in the top 100 institutions in the world for Sports-Related Subjects in QS’s World University Rankings by Subject. QS are an international higher education benchmarking agency.
Why study Psychology of Sport and Exercise at Leeds Beckett University... - 90% of MSc Psychology of Sport & Exercise graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*
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Accredited by the British Psychological Society
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Gain practical experience working with recreational to elite performers, across a variety of sporting pursuits
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Take advantage of the university’s new state-of-the-art Carnegie School of Sport building
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Sport volunteering opportunities, which have previously included global events such as the Olympics, World Athletics Championships and Commonwealth Games
Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 21-22*
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | Applicants should either have a 2nd Class Honours degree in the cognate subjects of sport and exercise science, physical sciences, physical activity, health sciences, psychology, physiotherapy, sports therapy, sports coaching, physical education or medicine, a 2nd Class Honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional. Applicants whose 1st language is not English require IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent. |
| Location | Headingley Campus Beckett Park Headingley Leeds LS6 3QS |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should either have a 2nd Class Honours degree in the cognate subjects of sport and exercise science, physical sciences, physical activity, health sciences, psychology, physiotherapy, sports therapy, sports coaching, physical education or medicine, a 2nd Class Honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional. Applicants whose 1st language is not English require IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent. |
| Location | Headingley Campus Beckett Park Headingley Leeds LS6 3QS |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should either have a 2nd Class Honours degree in the cognate subjects of sport and exercise science, physical sciences, physical activity, health sciences, psychology, physiotherapy, sports therapy, sports coaching, physical education or medicine, a 2nd Class Honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional. Applicants whose 1st language is not English require IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent. |
| Location | Headingley Campus Beckett Park Headingley Leeds LS6 3QS |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should either have a 2nd Class Honours degree in the cognate subjects of sport and exercise science, physical sciences, physical activity, health sciences, psychology, physiotherapy, sports therapy, sports coaching, physical education or medicine, a 2nd Class Honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional. Applicants whose 1st language is not English require IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent. |
| Location | Headingley Campus Beckett Park Headingley Leeds LS6 3QS |
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