Sport and Exercise Psychology

About this course

Sport and exercise psychology is concerned with the mental and psychological factors that influence performance, participation, and wellbeing in sport and physical activity. It draws on both psychology and sport science to understand motivation, confidence, concentration, anxiety, team dynamics, and the psychological aspects of injury and recovery. As the role of mental skills in athletic performance has become better understood, sport psychologists have become an increasingly valued part of professional and elite sport environments. At Southampton Solent University this three-year full-time programme includes a foundation year, giving you a structured introduction to the scientific and psychological foundations of the subject before you move into the main degree. You will study psychological theory and research methods alongside applied content covering topics such as performance enhan

Where its graduates go

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