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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Overview
Sport and Exercise Psychology equips you with the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills associated with the study of the ‘mind-body interaction’ in sport. The course has been developed to give you an understanding of the role of psychology within sport and exercise, across both team and individual sports and at different levels of competition and participation.
At Worcester our courses have been designed to develop you as the psychologist of the future. From innovative and career-focussed assessments to understanding the challenges global societies will face in the future, your course will equip you with the skills and aptitude to make a difference.
Whatever your course (business, clinical, counselling, forensic, psychology or sport and exercise psychology), you will be taught by specialist practitioners whose work is underpinned by contemporary research. All courses are also accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), putting you in a great position when you’re starting your career.
Key features
- You will experience a range of teaching environments including the Sport Psychology laboratory, lecture theatre, fitness suite, sports centre and sports field.
- A welcoming, professional community of students and lecturers, including the Worcester Psychology Society, with guest speakers, group trips, social nights and a peer mentoring scheme.
- A personalised learning journey; choice of modules, skills development and personal and academic tutoring based as much on your career as your studies.
- Modules and assessments designed with an emphasis on experiential learning which will help you be an active and passionate learner and to understand the challenges global societies will face tomorrow and how psychology plays a role in addressing these.
- Assessments for life’ designed to reflect the key skills that employers of psychology graduates value helping to increase your employability prospects and making you prepared for today, tomorrow and beyond.
- Innovative and cutting-edge modules delivered by practitioners working in their specialist fields through research inspired and practitioner-based teaching.
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Why the University of Worcester?
The University of Worcester is a close-knit and high-achieving community where students are supported to succeed at every level.
The University is a truly inclusive place where every person counts as an individual. From designing imaginative facilities to providing practical support and tailored learning, we strive to help people of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve their own rich potential. We work hard to break down barriers and provide opportunities for all.
Recent Worcester achievements
- University of the Year - Finalist - 2019 Times Higher Education Awards and UK Social Mobility Awards
- 1st for Quality Education - 2019 Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings
- Outstanding Support for Students - Finalist - 2019 Times Higher Education Awards
- Top 10 for Student Satisfaction - 2019 National Student Survey
- Top 10 for Sustained Employment - Longitudinal Educational Outcomes survey (2017).
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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£ 16,200per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
University information
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University League Table
88th
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Campus address
University of Worcester, Henwick Grove, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2 6AJ, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
72nd out of 118 4
36th out of 86 5
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Entry standards
/ Max 213120 56%83rd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10065.0 65%50th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.05 76%61st
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Entry standards
/ Max 213132 62%46th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10078.0 78%15th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.20 80%34th
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