MSc Sport Psychology | Part-time
Liverpool John Moores UniversityLiverpool John Moores University, City Campus, Liverpool
Course overview
Complete a BPS-accredited Masters in Sport Psychology at LJMU under the guidance of world-leading academic staff who carry out internationally recognised research. The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences is ranked first in the North West and top 20 in the world for Sports Science (QS World University Rankings 2026) Study part-time (2 years) or full-time (1 year) This programme is British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited for applicants with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) It is one of the first courses to be endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) SEPAR Endorsement Scheme (PSES) Completion enables you the opportunity to apply for LJMU's Professional Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology, the British Psychological Society's Stage 2 training programme, or the Chartered Association for Sport and Exercise Science's SEPAR training programme. All of these routes make you eligible to register as a sport and exercise psychologist Benefit from high levels of academic and pastoral support and access to world-class facilities in the award-winning Tom Reilly Building Learn from applied practitioners in the field including an opportunity to undertake a professional practice work-related learning experience in a sport or exercise setting The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences has been delivering the MSc Sport Psychology programme for over 20 years, yet we keep our course design current so that you can apply the most relevant theory and research within your practice.
We have a strong ethos of theory and applied knowledge, and it is this learning that we instil in our postgraduates. The programme philosophy seeks to critically engage you with a broad spectrum of sport psychology perspectives, drawing on a range of research and applied methodologies. Founded on an academically rigorous knowledge base, studies focus on the impact that research and psychological theory has on applied practice.
Our academic team members have been selected for their specialist expertise in sport psychology research and applied practice. As a postgraduate on this programme, you will experience a rich and highly-relevant education. We aim to develop your knowledge of applied practice skills relevant to supporting the performance, development and welfare of sports people.
Key highlights
- BPS accredited for applicants holding Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership
- Among the first courses endorsed under the CASES SEPAR Endorsement Scheme
- Leads to doctoral or Stage 2 routes to sport psychologist registration
- Professional practice work-related learning in a sport or exercise setting
- Taught by applied practitioners and staff with internationally recognised research
- Access to world-class facilities in the award-winning Tom Reilly Building
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS IELTS score 6.5 Further information Extra Requirements Graduate Basis for Certified Membership (GBC) – only for the BPS accredited award Ap
Scholarships
2-year Masters Scholarships
This would equal £7,000 total discount across the 2 years.
Chevening Scholarships
Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount Business, Law and Public Health Students
Eligible students for these courses could now receive a £1,500 Early Bird Discount from their tuition fees – an increase of £1,000 from the standard amount.
Postgraduate International Achievement Scholarship
Applicants a £3,500 tuition fee discount towards the first year of their studies.
Up to £3,500
Careers this course leads to
- Sport and exercise psychologist (after further accredited training)
- Trainee sport and exercise psychologist
- Performance psychology consultant
- Sport science researcher
- Athlete welfare and development officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £72 per credit
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Liverpool John Moores University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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