University of Lincoln

BSc (Hons) Psychology (Sport and Exercise Psychology)

University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Psychology (Sport and Exercise Psychology) programme explores the foundations of psychology in relation to the application of sport and exercise. The programme closely aligns with our Psychology (BSc) Hons degree, and you will have the opportunity to gain a wealth of theoretical knowledge relating to the science behind how we think, act, and interact with others. You can also benefit from teaching by academics in the School of Sport and Exercise Science which aim to give you insight into understanding the fundamental role that psychology plays in maximising athletes' sport performance by enhancing physical activity levels and nurturing healthy behaviours.

The programme is taught by research-active academics with specialist expertise in areas such as cognitive neuropsychology, mental health, body image, sport and exercise psychology, and attentional processing. Across the School of Psychology, we also have expertise topics such as mental health, sleep, gambling, and body image which represent modules offered as electives in the third year and enable further specialisation to complement the core programme modules.

Key highlights

  • Psychology foundations applied to sport, exercise and athletic performance
  • Closely aligned with the single honours Psychology degree
  • Additional teaching from School of Sport and Exercise Science academics
  • Taught by research-active staff in neuropsychology, body image and more
  • Third-year electives include mental health, sleep, gambling and body image
  • Explores psychology's role in physical activity and healthy behaviours

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — UK: 104 to 120 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example: A Level: BCC to BBB BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Distinction Merit T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 104 to 120 UCAS points to be a…
  • International Baccalaureate: 28 — UK: 104 to 120 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example: A Level: BCC to BBB BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Distinction Merit T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 104 to 120 UCAS points to be a…
  • BTEC: DDM — BTEC Extended Diploma
  • T-level: Merit — UK: 104 to 120 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example: A Level: BCC to BBB BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Distinction Merit T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 104 to 120 UCAS points to be a…
  • GCSE: 4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
  • A-level: BCC-BBB — UK: 104 to 120 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example: A Level: BCC to BBB BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Distinction Merit T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 104 to 120 UCAS points to be a…
  • International qualifications — International Non UK Qualifications: If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language profici…

Scholarships

  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.

    Up to £2,000

  • Partner Scholarship

    If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Trainee sport and exercise psychologist
  • Psychology graduate assistant
  • Health improvement practitioner
  • Physical activity development officer
  • Performance analyst
  • Research assistant

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £18,300 per year

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 University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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