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Master of Science - Sport and Exercise Psychology

University of Essex

Colchester Campus — Colchester, East of England, United Kingdom

Study Level
Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
October 2026
Tuition Fee
GBP 23,875
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Psychology has the ability to enhance adherence to exercise programmes, influence individuals to fulfill their sporting potential, and often plays a key role in ensuring sporting success. Offering a unique educational experience by overlapping psychology within the broader discipline of sport and exercise science, the University of Essex MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology is dedicated to one of the fastest developing areas of psychology. It will provide students with an insight into working across a range of contexts in sport and exercise, and they’ll focus on practical and ethical considerations whilst developing essential knowledge and skills for research and applied practice in this specialized field. There will also be opportunities to gain practical experience using equipment for both research and in applied contexts, with an emphasis placed on the importance of testing in the field. Students study a variety of topics including: motor control and cognitive psychology, psychological skills and strategies, developmental issues in sport and exercise, social psychology and individual differences, professional practice in sport and exercise psychology. The sports science, fitness, health and leisure sectors are booming and provide a variety of careers for sports and exercise psychology postgraduates. An MSc will give students the edge in an increasingly competitive job market. Careers in sport and exercise psychology include counselling, psychologist for athletes and teams, exercise psychologist working with the public, developing exercise programmes and more. Students may also want to stay within the school to pursue BPS Stage 2 training, which will enable them to use the title ‘Sport and Exercise Psychologist’, or to complete a PhD.
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Credential
Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
GBP 23,875
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
October 2026, October 2027, October 2028
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Colchester Campus

Colchester, East of England, United Kingdom

Wivenhoe Park

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Graduate Route
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About the Institution

The University of Essex is a school where curiosity prevails, and where exploring new ways of thinking and pushing boundaries, isn’t just encouraged, it’s expected. The University of Essex was named University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards 2018 for their determination to do things differently and put student success at the centre of everything they do. Essex boasts a massive 350-mile coastline, the 2nd longest of any county in England. There’s plenty to explore across the county, from countryside walks to award-winning beaches. Students can even try a plate of freshly caught...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.