Psychology with Sport and Exercise Sciences (including a Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
University of Chester
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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Are you intrigued by the intersection of sports, exercise, and psychology? Our BSc Psychology With Sport and Exercise Science degree offers a unique blend of disciplines, providing a deep understanding of human performance and wellbeing. Youll explore the fascinating world of sport psychology, physiology, biomechanics, and more, while also delving into the complexities and history of studying the human mind.At the University of Chester, our course sets itself apart with a focus on practical ...Read more

Are you intrigued by the intersection of sports, exercise, and psychology? Our BSc Psychology With Sport and Exercise Science degree offers a unique blend of disciplines, providing a deep understanding of human performance and wellbeing. You'll explore the fascinating world of sport psychology, physiology, biomechanics, and more, while also delving into the complexities and history of studying the human mind.At the University of Chester, our course sets itself apart with a focus on practical learning and personalised attention. Through a combination of lectures, seminars, laboratory work and hands-on coaching sessions, you'll gain valuable skills and knowledge. Our facilities include performance analysis, muscle function, sports biomechanics and sports psychology laboratories.With accreditation from the British Psychological Society (BPS), our degree equips you with the highest professional standards in psychology. Through a range of core and optional modules, you'll have the opportunity to tailor your studies to your specific interests, exploring a wide range of psychology and sport and exercise sciences modules. Our research-informed teaching teams provide guidance and support, helping you develop essential skills for a successful career. As a graduate, you'll have many transferable skills and will be well-prepared to work in various fields, which could include sports psychology, performance analysis, health promotion, and research. Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree.

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WUSCA ranking:
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2/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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46th
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CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
56th
What students say
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Hamza
20 Nov 24

Studying at the University of Chester has been a great experience thus far, and there are several reasons for this. The university has a very supportive atmosphere and offers a..Read more

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Ben
20 Nov 24

Good place, nice people. Sports clubs are good Building maybe need a refurb and need more parking very hard to park some days..Read more

Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

DDD Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

CCCC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

72 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H4,H4,H4,H5,H5 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

MMP Grades / Points required

T Level:

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72 UCAS points overall including a D at A level.

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Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall

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T Level with a Pass grade and D or E on the core

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£9,250 per year

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Parkgate Road Chester Cheshire CH1 4BJ United Kingdom
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