Sport Psychology

Dive into the mind of an athlete as you prepare to be a professional leader in exercise and sport psychology.

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Overview

This program is the only one of its kind in Canada and is designed to introduce students to the field of Applied Sport Psychology and foundations are provided in Psychology and Human Kinetics to foster a multi-disciplinary understanding of athletic and mental preparation

Study with internationally renowned sport and exercise psychology researchers and practitioners in the only program of its kind in Canada.

Discover how participation in sport and exercise affect people psychologically and physically. Gain experience and knowledge that can be applied to many professional workplace settings.

Work with athletes, coaches, and parents on a variety of topics including injury, rehabilitation, communication, team building, and career transitions.

Take advantage of small class sizes and study with internationally known sport and exercise psychology researchers.

Can be taken in conjunction with the Concurrent Bachelor of Education

Program Details

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Key Features

Combine this program with the Education program to complete a 4-year BA, obtain your Bachelor of Education, or continue your studies at a graduate level in the masters program

Gain hands-on experience by completing internships in the community

Get practical experience working with coaches and teachers in the field, psychological assessment protocols, stress management techniques, conflict resolution, motivation and group dynamics, goal setting, and cultural studies

Career Opportunities

Graduates can rest assured knowing there is a multitude of career options they can explore post-graduation. Some career options include, but are not limited to:

Mental performance consultant, consultation and public management, professional, coach, trainer, educator, or motivational coach. May also pursue Graduate studies and research.

Many of these careers can be found in the public and private sectors.

Thierry Middleton

Taught by faculty who were world-leading experts in their field, the sport psychology undergraduate degree broadened my scientific knowledge about the psychological aspects of sport performance, mental health, and motivation to exercise, amongst other topics. There was also ample opportunity provided to: work with classmates to learn how to lead a group, present in front of small and large groups and work in a variety of professional settings. The development of a variety of skills led to a wide range of career opportunities, including international work as a teacher, mental performance consultant and current position as an assistant professor.