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Bachelor of Psychology with Sport and Exercise
- Colchester, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Science in Psychology with Sport and Exercise is a 3-year full-time undergraduate degree offered by the School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences at the University of Essex.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate a structured understanding of core principles in Psychology with Sport and Exercise. Apply relevant analytical
- Practical and research methods to subject-specific problems. Communicate findings clearly and evaluate evidence through academic work and projects.
Career outcomes
- Sport psychology
- Exercise psychology
- Rehabilitation
- Sports therapy
- Health and wellness coaching
- Corporate wellness
- Counselling
- Health improvement
- Sports development
- Physical education teaching
Curriculum
- 3-Year full-time course in Psychology with Sport and Exercise
- 360 Credits in total
- Taught by the School of Sport
- Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences. Compulsory modules include Understanding our place in the world
- Growing in the world
- Experiencing Emotion
- Thinking and the Mind. Optional modules let students tailor the degree. The course includes Research Project. An optional placement year is available. A study abroad year is available.
Entry requirements
Academic
- UK entry: GCSE: Mathematics C/4. Plus one of the level 3 qualifications below: 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels. IB: 29 points in the IB Diploma or 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of 2 Higher Level subjects.
- International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school leaving qualifications (A-levels, IB, BTEC, Access to HE or recognised international equivalent by country) plus GCSE English C/4 or equivalent, Some courses need subject grades, Auditions (East 15) or interviews.
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Personal Statement.
How to apply
- Check the course page
- Entry requirements and UCAS code. Apply through UCAS (Essex institution code E70) or
- If not applying via UCAS
- Directly online. Pay the UCAS fee if applying through UCAS. Provide qualifications
- Personal statement
- Reference and English evidence (GCSE English C/4 or equivalent if you need a Student visa). Attend an audition or interview if the course page requires one. After an offer
- Pay a tuition fee deposit or show recognised sponsor funding to receive your CAS (deposit is not needed for UCAS applicants). Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £25,600 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £36,427 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Colchester Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Health |
| Department | School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | 2027-28 International Undergraduate Scholarship: 5000 GBP first-year tuition reduction for overseas fee-paying students from listed countries, Including Cambodia. Individual nationality, Fee status and other conditions apply. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is £25,600 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £36,427 GBP. The estimated living cost is £12,768 GBP.

