BA Hons Psychology & Sport at University of Strathclyde

Study with us

• study the science of behaviour and the reasons for differences between individuals, across the lifespan
• work within our purpose-built experimental labs
• study the core elements of sports practice, physical activity for health, human movement science, coaching and sport development
• gain training in data collection, analysis and reporting
• benefit from teaching and participation facilities within the new sport and health building

Why this course?

This is a very topical area of study, with health concerns related to physical inactivity a growing cause for concern. With a broad range of physical activity and sports topics from which to study, we equip you with the knowledge and skills to make a positive impact in this field.

The psychology side of the course covers issues and methods of psychology, paying particular attention to human behaviour and its application to areas such as work, education, physical and mental health and crime. Studying with us, you'll look at conditions of behaviour – how we learn, remember, coordinate our actions and interact with others – and the reasons for differences between individuals, such as personality or intelligence.

The sports side of the course is delivered by staff from our Physical Activity for Health group, which has an international reputation for research, teaching and working with industry in physical activity, nutrition and childhood obesity.

You'll also learn how to conduct effective research in these fields.

Facilities

Psychology

Our high-quality facilities include six purpose-built experimental research laboratories:

• driving simulator lab
• memory lab
• perception and action lab
• psychophysiology lab
• psycholinguistics lab
• oculomotor lab

Sport

You'll have use of our Human Performance & Body Composition laboratories on campus. We also make use of the University's high-quality sports facilities including playing fields which are within easy reach of the campus.

Course content

Psychology 1a

You'll take this class in semester 1 and are not expected to have any prior knowledge of psychology. It explores learning theory, developmental psychology, personality, biological psychology, and the scientific basis for psychology.

Psychology 1b

This class is taught in semester 2 and covers sensation and perception, cognitive psychology, social psychology, abnormal psychology, and research methods.