Sport Psychology

About this course

Sport psychology is the study of how psychological factors affect performance, participation, and wellbeing in sport and exercise, and how psychological principles can be applied to help athletes, coaches, and active individuals get the most from their physical activity. It draws on the core theories of psychology, including motivation, self-determination, goal-setting, attentional focus, and the psychology of stress and recovery, and applies them to the distinctive demands of competitive and recreational sport. The three-year full-time Sport Psychology programme at Liverpool Hope University merges psychology with sport and exercise science, giving you both the theoretical foundations of psychology and the applied knowledge of sport and exercise contexts. You will explore how people view the world through a sport and exercise lens, examine their thoughts, problem-solving skills, and int

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