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Manchester Metropolitan University: MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology

Institution Manchester Metropolitan University View institution profile
Department Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences
Web www.mmu.ac.uk/international
Study type Taught

Summary

Sexuality, racism, gender, disability, mental health, abuse – in the past these subjects weren’t talked about in the world of sport. But times have changed and our understanding of how the mind affects the body has dramatically advanced. The role of psychology has also grown, not just to support wellbeing but to deliver better sporting results. It’s no surprise then, that the demand for highly trained sport and exercise psychologists is on the rise. Psychology matters, whether you’re an elite athlete, a keen amateur or an army veteran recovering from injury.   

Our MSc is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). This means if you want to become a chartered sport and exercise psychologist, and have already completed an accredited undergraduate or top up course, then by the end of this masters you’re halfway there.     

You'll learn about neuroscience and become highly skilled in research while using the very latest sport and exercise laboratory equipment. For example, you’ll get your hands on eye-tracking technology used to help cricketers hit more runs, as well as virtual reality software used by professional footballers as a safer way to train for goal-scoring headers.   

You’ll gain the critical thinking skills, communication skills and knowledge of ethics you'll need to make informed decisions to support and advise others. You’ll be taught by experts in their fields including accredited sport and exercise psychologists and experienced researchers. Many also have professional sport sector experience, with well-established links and contacts throughout the industry. Others have worked as consultants with some of the world’s leading performers in a variety of sports. At the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games, our academics played a key role in supporting Team GB, contributing to 32 Paralympic and 12 Olympic medals across swimming, cycling, triathlon, taekwondo, and rowing.

This course could inspire you to study a PhD, start your own business or provide you with the skills and experience to land your first professional job. Whatever you decide to do, you’ll benefit from learning at our state-of-the-art Institute of Sport, with world-class tutors, equipment, technology and facilities.   

Features and Benefits:

  • World-class sporting facilities – 100% of our research environment in Sport and Exercise Science is rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021).  This is thanks to huge investment into the Institute of Sport – our Manchester-based hub for all-things sport. You'll learn in cutting-edge teaching spaces, with access to a range of specialist facilities including a 3D motion analysis laboratory, eye tracking and clinical suite, and MRI scanner for advanced imaging.

  • British Psychological Society accredited – Reflecting the quality of our teaching and industry-relevant curriculum, the course meets the education and training quality standards of the British Psychological Society.

  • Chartered status – If you decide to become a chartered sport and exercise psychologist, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, this course counts as stage one of the two-stage process.

  • Join a thriving sporting community – Studying in the heart of a city that lives and breathes sport offers you unrivalled access to a diverse community; giving you the springboard needed to launch your career.

  • Learn alongside world-leading researchers – We’re 6th in the UK for the power of our research in Sport and Exercise Science. Plus, 95% of our research outputs in Sport and Exercise Science are rated world-leading or internationally excellent. (REF 2021).

  • Research ready – Learn the skills to evaluate research, put theory into practice and experience running your own research project. You’ll also gain a strong grounding in neuroscience with hands-on access to modern high-tech sport and exercise clinical equipment.

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Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a historic and internationally recognised institution that dates back to 1824, known for the quality of its teaching and world leading research. The University has been named Modern University of the Year (The Times Good University Guide 2026).

Manchester is an exciting and vibrant city known worldwide for its music, sport, culture and creativity. Living and studying here means being part of a global city that opens doors to opportunity. 

Manchester is home to a diverse community of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries. International students are offered comprehensive …

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