Psychology

Level 3 Combined Diploma in Psychology with Sport

Introduction

Psychology is an increasingly important factor in elite level sport, uncover what gives athletes that extra edge and the theory behind their performance. Learn how these fields are linked and turn that knowledge into a career. The course will also cover aspects of nutrition within the health and wellbeing and sports injuries.

You will study psychological approaches and application, health, wellbeing, developing coaching skills, how to conduct psychological research and sporting injuries and sport psychology. Immerse yourself in a stimulating, active environment led by our expert tutors, you will be taught through a range of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, and independent learning.

• Course Code

  Course Code:

  2509

• Entry Criteria

  4 GCSEs (9-4/A*-C) including English, maths and science, or a Level 2 Diploma in a related field.

• What will I study?

  Modules can include:

  • Psychological approaches and application

  • Careers in Sport and Active Leisure Industry

  • Health, Wellbeing and Sport

  • Developing coaching skills

  • Health psychology

  • Conducting psychological research

  • Applied coaching skills

  • Sport development

  • Self-Employment in sport and physical activity

  • Sporting injuries and sport psychology

• What can I do next?

  Take what you’ve learned to the next level by studying the HND in Sport here at college or continue your studies at university on a wide range of Sport and Psychology based degrees. Alternatively start your career as a Sports Assistant, Sports Coach or a role in sports development.

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