MSc Sport Psychology

The MSc Sport Psychology at Liverpool John Moores University offers students the opportunity for a one-year full-time study or a two-year part-time study. It leads to a master’s degree in sport psychology. Students learn from staff who are both research experts and practitioners. The course meets standards set by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and is endorsed under BASES SEPAR.

After completing the course, students can take training to become a registered sport and exercise psychologist. Courses include research methods in sport psychology, performance issues, professional practice, and counselling skills. Students explore how to support athletes’ focus, motivation, stress, and confidence. They also learn about mental health in sports and how group settings and culture shape behaviour.

Modules combine scientific theory with practical skills. Students learn how to help athletes develop both physically and mentally. They work on projects, reflect on practice, and use applications in sport. The combination of theory and applied learning helps students build professional skills. Students are taught through lectures, seminars, workshops, and real placements. Students study theory and also practise in sports settings. Assessments are varied. They include written essays, projects, reflections, and reports. Students also get to take part in professional practice tasks and build skills in research and counselling.