Whether you are looking to start your career in psychology, introduce new theories and skills as someone who works within an exercise, health or fitness profession or are just simply taking this online exercise psychology course for personal interest, you will learn about the models and concepts to help individuals deal with issues they may encounter during physical activities or exercise.
Credit bearing online Exercise Psychology course
This online Certificate of Credit in Exercise Psychology is worth 20 credits, and will enable you to understand how different aspects of psychology can affect exercise and physical activity differently on an individual.
You will learn about the core principles of exercise psychology, and study key topics in exercise psychology including stress, mood and emotion, self-esteem and body image, anxiety and depression, pain, as well as theories of behaviour change and motivation.
Exercise psychology focuses on the study of emotional and mental effects of taking part in exercise through focusing on the mind sets of individuals. Exercise psychology suits a wide range of professionals working in a variety of fields from private consultants, psychologists, GPs, coaches, dieticians, personal trainers, health and social care professionals and P.E teachers, to those working across different sectors within the health and fitness industry.
Online Exercise Psychology course suitable for many professions
As an exercise psychologist you may work closely with other professionals from nutritionists, psychotherapists, personals trainers and GPs. You may be looking to understand the role of exercise in managing chronic conditions or improving health. The course will also suit those who are interested in learning more about how you can support and motivate people to exercise and to understand the reasons behind sedentary behaviour and inactivity.
By completing this online exercise psychology course, you’ll have a greater understanding of the key factors associated with exercise psychology and lifestyle behaviour change. Through studying this module you will engage with applied exercise psychology scenarios to help you understand the role exercise plays on an individual.
This course has also been designed to help you in your personal development, whether that’s for your continual professional development (CPD) or as part of your training and development plan.
A talk from our academic
Our academic for Psychology, Dr Gulcan Garip, talks about our online Postgraduate Psychology courses.
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We will advise you of your study plan when you are invited to enrol.
Please note that our modules are subject to change - we review the content of our courses regularly, making changes where necessary to improve your experience and graduate prospects.
Over 10 weeks you’ll complete end of unit activities that are innovatively designed to ensure you are getting the best learning experience possible. You will also have the chance to participate in discussion groups and live collaborative sessions where you can interact with staff and other students who are studying this course.
We have over 10 years’ experience in the delivery of psychology courses online which means you can expect the highest standards of teaching and education. Our specialist psychology academic team will guide you through the module, providing regular contact and feedback to ensure you stay on track. You can be assured of a supportive and structured learning experience and our online learning advisors are on hand to provide non-academic support throughout the duration of your studies.
Pace of study
We recommend about 20 hours of study per week to complete one 20-credit module over a 10-week trimester.
Assessment method
This course is assessed through 100% coursework with a range of methods, such as essays, research reports, presentations, group work and practical reports.
Student support and guidance
Whilst we encourage our students to become independent, life-long learners, we also recognise that offering the right support and guidance will help you to achieve your goals. There is a wealth of support available to you at the University, from your dedicated Personal Tutor and Online Learner Advisor, through to our:
All these services, and more, are available to you as an online student at the University of Derby.
Get a taste of the course content
Our Exercise psychology Certificate of Credit course taster will give you an idea of how online learning works. It includes a selection of content from a course module so you can see what some of our learning material looks like.
You will need to complete a short form to access the course taster.
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You require:
- GCSE Maths (minimum grade C)
- GCSE English Language (minimum grade C)*
We also accept Access qualifications (with a grade of 22 merits or a distinction). You must also be 18 years of age or over.
We will need to consider all the information that you've included in your application. We want to see that you're enthusiastic and motivated to take this course and that you have the potential to benefit from studying your degree through online learning. Entry to the programme is at the discretion of the Academic Lead and prior to beginning your study you may need to speak to them.
If you have a significant amount of experience within a sports and exercise role or career, your application will also be considered.
English language qualifications
If English is not your first language you will need an English language qualification. For this course you will need at least one of the following:
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System) 6.0**
- TOEFL 550 (paper based) 213 (computer based) or 80 (internet based)
- Pearson Test of Academic English: 51
- Cambridge Advanced Certificate: Pass
- London Tests of English: we accept level 4 for undergraduate courses
- International GCE O-level English Language: Grade C
- International GCSE English/English as a Second Language: Grade C**
* If you don't have GCSE Maths, you can study our Certificate of Credit in Introduction to Maths in Preparation for Higher Education, which is a 20-credit module designed to help you develop your mathematical skills in preparation for higher education.
**If you have a minimum of IELTS level 4.5, you can study our Certificate of Credit in English for Academic Purposes, which we will accept as evidence that you are able to perform at a suitable level of IELTS 6.0. We will also accept the Certificate of Credit as evidence that you can perform at GCSE level.
Find out more about our English language requirements
‡2023/24 for new entrants
Starting between September 2023 and August 2024.
| | Per 20 credits | Modules | Cost |
|---|
| UK/EU/International |
£905 |
1 |
£905 |
About your fees
Prices are correct for the year of entry shown. These are subject to annual increase in subsequent academic years.
Students should apply directly to the University.
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For support with completing your application, view our guide to the application process.
Documents to support your application
In order for your application to be assessed, you will need to provide the following documents when you apply:
- Official photo identification such as a passport or driving licence
- Current CV
- Written reference supplied on headed paper from either a manager, supervisor, tutor or teacher
- Copies of certificates and transcripts or a letter of testimony for previous qualifications*
*Documents not in English or Welsh must be accompanied by a certified translation by a professional translator/translation company. Each translation must contain:
- Confirmation from the translator that it is an accurate translation of the original document
- The date of the translation
- The full name and signature of the translator, or an authorised official of the company
- The translator’s contact details
A list of approved translators can be found on the UK Government website.
Please note: failure to submit any documentation when requested, may result in your application being withdrawn.
Application deadlines
All of our online courses have set start dates throughout the year. We require time to review your application and get back to you with a response before your course starts. Take a look at information regarding applying for an online course to see full details of deadlines and term dates.
By completing this module you can:
The course is ideal for anyone working in health, health promotion or sports and exercise who wants to know more about the psychology behind exercise and physical activity.
Progression routes
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