University of Essex

PhD Sport and Exercise Psychology

University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

This programme is a postgraduate research degree focusing on Sport and Exercise Psychology within the School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences. It allows students to pursue an in-depth research project over three to four years, benefiting from an internationally recognised research community at the Colchester Campus. Students gain access to specialist, modern facilities, including advanced equipment for measuring human performance and non-invasive brain function, such as EEG and NIRS.

The PhD is fundamentally an independent research programme, initially enrolling students at the MPhil/PhD level before transfer after satisfactory progress in the second year. The main requirement for this study is the submission of a thesis no longer than 80,000 words. This thesis must show that you can do independent research and have a deep understanding of your chosen topic. To help you succeed, you'll have ongoing support, including regular private meetings with a supervisor assigned to you, and formal progress reviews twice a year to check how you're doing.

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5, or equivalent, with a minimum of 5.5 in all other components.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Essex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship

    School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.

    Up to £5,500

  • Global Talent Masters Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.

    Up to £5,000

  • Hugh Brogan Bursary

    If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.

    Up to £2,500

  • Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary

    The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.

    Up to £776

  • Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.

    Up to £6,500

  • Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship

    The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.

    Up to £11,025

  • The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund

    The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.

  • The Essex MBA Dean's Award

    The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.

  • The Ronald J. Hill Fund

    The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.

    Up to £3,000

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates of this programme can work:

  • Academic Researcher

  • University Lecturer

  • Sport Psychologist (Applied Practice)

  • Performance Analyst

  • Research and Development Scientist

  • Industry Consultant

Cost of study

International students taking a PhD in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Essex are required to pay £22,550 per year.

Admission

International students can apply directly to the University for the PhD in Sport and Exercise Psychology in the University of Essex. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you.

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