| UCAS code | 1234 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 year full time |
| Entry year | September 2026 |
| Campus | St Luke's Campus |
| Discipline | Psychology |
| Contact |
| Typical offer | 2:1 Honours degree |
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Overview
- Discover a unique pathway into the fascinating world of Sports Psychology.
- Study across Exeter’s Streatham and St Luke’s campuses, with access to cutting-edge research and specialist laboratories
- Learn in an interdisciplinary environment from experts in both Psychology and Sports Sciences.
- Kickstart your journey to becoming a sport and exercise psychologist, this MSc gives you the eligibility to apply for BPS Graduate Membership (GBC).
Please note, this programme variant is currently pending BPS accreditation confirmation.
Top 150 in the world for Psychology
QS World University Rankings 2025 and U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities 2025-2026
Top 10 for Psychology in 3 major UK league tables
6th in the Guardian University Guide 2026; 9th in the Complete University Guide 2026; 10th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
Top 5 in the UK for Sports Science
5th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 and the Complete University Guide 2026
Top 150 in the world for Psychology
QS World University Rankings 2025 and U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities 2025-2026
Top 10 for Psychology in 3 major UK league tables
6th in the Guardian University Guide 2026; 9th in the Complete University Guide 2026; 10th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
Top 5 in the UK for Sports Science
5th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 and the Complete University Guide 2026
Entry requirements
We usually require a minimum 2:1 Honours degree. No specific subjects are required.
Please note that, in some cases, students undertaking research projects as part of a dissertation may be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications.
Entry requirements for international students
English language requirements
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2.
Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.
Course content
Explore the fascinating intersection of mind and sports performance through our innovative curriculum. You’ll build a strong foundation in psychology while gaining specialist insight into sport and exercise psychology and research skills through our dynamic curriculum.
Our teaching combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing you for real world challenges in sport psychology. You'll work closely with leading academics who are actively shaping this growing field.
This programme is modular and flexible, carrying 180 credits in total and offering flexibility in choice of modules studied.
The modules we outline here provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.
You may take optional modules as long as any necessary prerequisites have been satisfied, where the timetable allows and if you have not already taken the module in question or an equivalent module.
Compulsory modules
The Research Project (Sport) module must be passed at 50%.
You are also permitted to take the five-credit module PSYM906 Psychology Research. Registration on this module is subject to a competitive application process. If taken, this module will not count towards progression or award calculation.
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SHSM064 | Research Project (Sport) | 60 |
| SHSM065 | Rethinking the Field: Critical Issues in Sport and Exercise Psychology | 30 |
| PSYM221 | Introduction to Statistics | 15 |
| PSYM222 | Research Methods and Conceptual Issues in Psychology | 15 |
| PSYM223 | Social Psychology | 15 |
| PSYM225 | Biological Psychology | 15 |
| ERPM006 | Cognitive and Developmental Psychology | 15 |
| ERPM007 | Personality and Individual Differences | 15 |
Fees
2026/27 entry
UK fees per year:
£13,300 full-time; £6,650 part-time
International fees per year:
£28,900 full-time; £14,450 part-time
Scholarships
The University of Exeter offers a wide range of scholarships to support your education, with £7 million available for international students applying to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year, including our prestigious Exeter Excellence Scholarships *. We also provide awards for sport, music and other achievements, as well as regional and partner scholarships with organisations such as Chevening, The Beacon Trust and the British Council. For more information on scholarships and other financial support, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page.
University of Exeter Alumni Scholarship
We are pleased to offer University of Exeter alumni beginning a standalone postgraduate programme in 2026/27 with us a scholarship towards the cost of your tuition fees. Full details can be found here.
*Terms and conditions, including deadlines, apply. See our website for details..
Teaching and research
Teaching and assessment
You will benefit from a blend of comprehensive psychological training and specialised sport psychology knowledge. Our programme includes modules covering social, biological, cognitive, developmental psychology and individual differences. As well as this, specific sports themes on Professional Identity, Applied Practice and Ethical Practice are at the core of many of our modules.
You will develop transferable skills such as time and project management and communication skills, computational techniques, data handling and analysis, problem solving, decision making and research methodology.
Personal Tutor
You will be allocated a Personal Tutor who is available for advice and support throughout your studies.
A research and practice-led culture
Study in our dedicated psychology laboratories equipped with latest research technology. Our outstanding facilities will act as the backdrop to your learning which includes the Sports Park with Athlete Development Centre. We are home to industry leading research facilities supporting innovative projects and sport and exercise psychology. With brand new state of the art labs at our St Luke's campus you will be using industry leading facilities as part of your studies.
Rebecca is a Lecturer in Applied Sport Psychology at the University of Exeter, teaching on the Exercise and Sport Sciences programme. A registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist (HCPC) with a doctorate in the field, she provides psychological support to the University’s performance athletes. Rebecca’s experience spans elite athletes across sports such as football, rugby, golf, netball and athletics.
Her research and applied interests focus on supporting university and dual-career athletes, with her doctoral work developing a cognitive behavioural intervention for competition anxiety and performance under pressure.
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Dr Rebecca Legge
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Careers
You will graduate with advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and skills from multiple disciplines – an attribute that is considerably in demand for professionals within this dynamic industry. We develop your research skills, personal skills and core academic skills, preparing you for a wide range of employment opportunities, or for further research in the area of smart monitoring for Industry.
We have an established reputation of training tomorrow's great minds, so when it comes to life after graduation you can be confident that you are starting your next professional adventure in a prime, leading position.
Dedicated careers support
You will receive support from our dedicated Career Zone team, who provide excellent career guidance at all stages of career planning. The Career Zone provides one-on-one support and is home to a wealth of business and industry contacts. Additionally, they host useful training events, workshops and lectures which are designed to further support you in developing your enterprise acumen. Please visit the Career Zone for additional information on their services.
