BSc (Hons) Sport Psychology

This module offers students an introduction to the history, philosophies, and paradigms of sport and exercise psychology. It also familiarizes them with the profession's training requirements and outlines pathways for development within organizations like the BPS Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology and BASES SEPAR. Furthermore, it delves into contemporary issues, techniques used by sport and exercise psychologists, and ethical and diversity considerations in the field, promoting self-awareness of career-relevant knowledge and skills.

This module covers various topics in developmental psychology and individual differences research. It introduces research methods used to investigate these areas and equips students with the skills to summarise relevant sources and explain key issues in developmental psychology and individual differences research.

This module explores theories and processes in cognitive and biological psychology. It includes studying the neuroanatomy and components of the nervous system and gaining an understanding of the behavioural and neuroscientific evidence that underpins cognitive and biological psychology.

This module is designed to assist students in enhancing their academic and study skills to facilitate a smooth transition into higher education. It focuses on academic skills such as writing, data management, and critical thinking, as well as study skills like time management, utilizing feedback, and maintaining proper academic conduct.

This module will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of research methods, along with covering the basic application and interpretation of various data analysis techniques.

This module will develop your knowledge and understanding of the psychosocial concepts that underpin the sport and exercise environment.

This module explores psychological techniques in sport and exercise psychology, focusing on needs analysis and interventions. It covers psychological skills training and emphasizes client understanding, intervention design, and professional development, including relevant knowledge and skills.

This module aims to connect original research data and modern theories in cognitive and biological psychology. It explores cutting-edge experimental techniques tailored to these fields and encourages critical reflection on the utility and scientific rigor of benchmark methods and study paradigms in cognitive and biological psychology.

This module aims to explore psychology's role in promoting physical activity and exercise for health. It covers the exercise landscape, including its benefits and population differences, as well as the design and evaluation of health promotion campaigns using behaviour change theories.

This module explores how developmental and social psychology influence group behaviour and individual differences. It covers key areas in human development, individual differences, and social self-concepts, including developmental disorders, self and identity, gender, personality, and group dynamics like close relationships and prejudice.

This module will enhance your understanding of the research process and related methodological approaches, whilst also developing your knowledge, skills and to complete investigations involving data collection, analysis and interpretation.

This module will develop your ability to evaluate psychological principles associated with sport performance, motor control and learning, considering individual (e.g., personality) and environmental (e.g., culture) factors.

The aim is to provide students with an additional year of study at an approved overseas partner that will complement their programme at LJMU. This is an additional year of full-time study at an approved higher education institution. The modules to be studied must be agreed in advance, and must be appropriate for the student's programme of study. Assuming successful completion of this year, mark-bearing credit will be awarded by the Faculty Recognition Group. The grade conversion scale to be used will be made available in advance of the year abroad.

This module prepares you for your work-based learning opportunity by focusing on developing your skills in planning, preparing, initiating and reflecting on applied sport and exercise psychology practice with clients. It covers legal requirements, personal conduct, teamwork in project settings and the necessary skills for practice in this field.

This module will provide you with a critical understanding of contemporary issues in motor behaviour, and the ability to synthesise and apply findings to sport, exercise and health settings.

This module will help to develop your ability to critically evaluate contemporary issues in sport and exercise psychology that influence participants' performance, physical activity, wellbeing, health, and development.

This module focuses on applying theoretical knowledge and practical skills in sport and exercise psychology through group placements and supervision. It involves group work, creating practical products or services, and practicing reflection. Structured around group learning agreements, placement activities, and supervision tutorials, the module includes assessments and interaction with experienced practitioners.

This module will critically extend your understanding and deployment of research processes through the planning, production, analyses and report of a piece of independent research conducted in a responsible, safe and ethical manner.