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University of Stirling: Psychology of Sport

Institution University of Stirling View institution profile
Department Sport
Web www.stir.ac.uk
Email postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk
Telephone 01786 466655
Study type Taught

Summary

Learn how to maximise athletic potential with our Masters in Psychology of Sport.  \ The global sports market is expected to reach £490 billion by 2028 (source: Research and Markets 2025), and the American Psychological Association says this growth is matched by increasing demand for Sport Psychologists. \ The mental side of athletic performance is as vital as the physical side, and Sport and Exercise Psychologists can help individuals and teams gain a competitive edge. \ Our Sports Psychology course is one of the few in Scotland accredited by the British Psychological Society. Your studies will cover the latest theory in Sport Psychology – and how to apply it, including:

  • theory and practice across performance, participation and wellbeing;

  • psychological skills and intervention in key areas (e.g., confidence, anxiety, performance under pressure);

  • promoting positive mental health among athletes and staff;

  • working with diverse populations and clients other than athletes, such as coaches and referees;

  • research methods applied to cutting edge areas of inquiry as well as your own interests;

  • topics such as cohesion, leadership, motivational climate, culture;

  • professional practice skills: consultancy process, case formulation, reflective practice, ethics in action.

Practical experience\ This course also includes a placement that will give you a chance to put your knowledge into practice. As Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence, Stirling is among the best places in the UK to study sport. Your placement will give you a chance to apply your learnings with a wide range of partner organisations, including Cycling Ireland, Scottish Racing Academy, University of Stirling Tennis Programme, Queens Park Football Club and many others.

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The University of Stirling is an international university committed to helping students Be the Difference in the world. Based in the heart of Scotland, Stirling is a place where ability – not background – is valued, and teaching, employability and facilities are all rated five-star (QS Stars University Ratings 2024).

That’s just part of the reason Stirling was shortlisted for University of the Year in the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards 2024, rated top 30 in the UK for postgraduate teaching (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024) and number one in the UK for campus environment (The International Student Barometer …

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