Performance Psychology (MSc)

Examine how psychology can contribute to maintaining and enhancing high-level performance.

Drawing extensively from research and practice in sport psychology this programme examines how psychology can contribute to maintaining and enhancing high-level performance across a variety of domains such as sport, military, emergency services, forensics, medicine, business and performing arts.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees and costs

Annual tuition fees are listed on the Postgraduate Study Programme Fees pages related to your desired exit level and duration of study.

MSc Performance Psychology - 1 Year (Full-time)

Scholarships and funding

Scholarship opportunities are subject to change each year. We are pleased to offer a number of School-specific scholarships, but students are encouraged to seek out opportunities from the University and external funding bodies.

More information about available scholarships and funding can be found on our Scholarships and Studentships page.

Scholarships and studentships

For this full-time degree, you will examine issues, such as anxiety and distraction, that affect individual, team or group performance. You will also study how to address those issues, as well as techniques to enhance performance.

Our MSc Performance Psychology community of students come from all over the world. Read what some of our graduates have said about this programme.

As public understanding grows towards the role of psychology in boosting performance, this programme paves the way for careers in a variety of fields including sport, occupational and business psychology, executive performance, emergency services, team building, outdoor management and adventurous training.

Questions about your application or how to apply to the Performance Psychology programme? Contact the Postgraduate Admissions team or the Programme Director who look forward to hearing from you.