University of Essex

BSc Sport and Exercise Psychology

University of Essex

Course overview

The University of Essex BSc Sport and Exercise Psychology course offers a comprehensive and engaging study of the human mind as it applies to sport, exercise, and physical activity. The program is formally accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which provides a crucial foundation for those wishing to pursue a career as a Chartered Psychologist. You will examine topics such as social psychology, emotion management, promoting healthy and active lifestyles, and using psychological strategies to enhance sports performance.

The course is delivered jointly by the School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences and the Department of Psychology, giving you access to two academic communities and their cutting-edge facilities. Students benefit from using a modern Sport Arena and specialised laboratories designed for research and practical study. This unique structure ensures both applied consultancy experience and strong theoretical research support your education.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. Students can upload their CVs with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need 120-112 UCAS tariff points, which can be obtained from qualifications such as A-levels (BBB - BBC), BTEC (DDM - DMM), the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma (30 - 29 points), or equivalent qualifications.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from a non-English speaking background need to score an overall band of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with a minimum component score of 5.5 in all other sections, or submit equivalent recognised test scores.

Scholarships

  • Essex Preparation Programme Bursary

    £250 cash bursary.

    Up to £250

  • Hong Kong Undergraduate Scholarship

    The awards offered are a discount of £5,000 per year for a maximum of three years of full-time undergraduate study, up to a maximum of £15,000.

    Up to £15,000

  • International Baccalaureate Excellence Scholarship

    If you're starting at Essex in 2026-27 and achieve academic excellence in your International Baccalaureate, we will offer you a scholarship of £2,000 for your first year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Performance Sports Scholarships and Bursaries

    Tier 1 - Tuition fee discount up to 100%, Tier 2 - Cash bursary (of varying amounts), Tier 3 - Access to the above performance package benefits, with a value of up to £1,500.

  • The Always Essex Staff Discount Scholarship

    33% discount of the first-year tuition fee (first two years for part-time study).

  • The International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The award is offered as a £5,000 discount on your tuition fees for the first year of study in 2026-27 only.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Undergraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You may be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £5,000, for each year of study at Essex up to a maximum of 3 years.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of this programme work as:

  • Sport Psychologist

  • Exercise Psychologist

  • Health and Wellness Coach

  • Rehabilitation Specialist

  • Counsellor

  • Performance Analyst

Cost of study

International students taking the BSc Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Essex are required to pay £22,600 per year.

Admission

International students can apply through UCAS for the University of Essex BSc Sport and Exercise Psychology course. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you.

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