Psychology with Applications in Sport and Exercise
University of Greater Manchester
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Greater Manchester Main Site, Bolton

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SEP-26

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3 Years

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University of Greater Manchester Main Site, Bolton

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While working towards the BSc (Hons) in Psychology with Applications in Sport and Exercise degree at the University of Greater Manchester, youll have the opportunity to develop an essential understanding of the science and theories of applied psychology within sport and exercise contexts. Studying this dynamic programme allows you to make an excellent start to your career while enjoying our vibrant teaching and research culture.Sport and exercise psychology is gaining greater prominence in ...Read more

While working towards the BSc (Hons) in Psychology with Applications in Sport and Exercise degree at the University of Greater Manchester, you'll have the opportunity to develop an essential understanding of the science and theories of applied psychology within sport and exercise contexts. Studying this dynamic programme allows you to make an excellent start to your career while enjoying our vibrant teaching and research culture.Sport and exercise psychology is gaining greater prominence in sport and exercise science and the broader field of psychology. Taught at our town-centre campus in Bolton, our BSc (Hons) Psychology with Applications in Sport and Exercise degree supports you in gaining a broader understanding of the key concepts and theories, as well as the barriers and ethical challenges of applied sport and exercise psychology. By combining modules in core areas of psychology with specialist modules in sport and exercise psychology, we offer you a strong grounding of fundamental knowledge on which to build your deeper understanding of the science of psychology within sport and exercise. Our friendly and experienced team of sport and exercise psychologists will guide you as you develop knowledge of the theories, methods, and debates central to the discipline. We'll support you as you explore psychology, gain specific knowledge of the fundamentals of sport and exercise psychology, and consider current issues within the field. We'll also focus on developing your knowledge and skills in using psychological research methods and your appreciation of the ethical issues involved. Interpersonal and transferable skills are vital, so we'll challenge you to develop sought-after communication, problem-solving, numerical, analytical, self-management, and IT skills. Overall, our dedicated team will focus on helping you gain the skills employers value and a detailed understanding of sport and exercise psychology.

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06 Mar 26

Earlier in my degree there was a lot of uncertainty within the forensic cohort especially surrounding lecturer instability. We still see it now with lecturers having to teach..Read more

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Varying experiences of student feedback from tutors Feedback on assignments can sometimes be not great/limited..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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Students from England

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,535 per year

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£17,500 per year

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£17,500 per year

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University of Greater Manchester
Deane Road Bolton Greater Manchester BL3 5AB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bolton  0.2 miles away
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