MS in Psychology, Sport Psychology
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Master’s learners in this specialization are frequently school-based coaches, physical education teachers, or individuals working in parks and recreation departments who wish to gain current theory and research knowledge associated with performance enhancement, individual and team motivation, injury recovery, and stress management as it applies to amateur athletes. Some learners plan to apply these principles to settings such as fitness/health clubs, sports camps, and resort-based wellness programs. These specialization requirements are not designed or intended to meet professional licensure requirements for the counseling or psychology professions.
Core courses
| PSY5002 | Foundations of Theory and Practice for Master's Psychology Learners | 5 |
| PSY7610 | Tests and Measurements | 5 |
| RSCH7860 | Survey of Research Methods | 4 |
| RSCH7864 | Quantitative Design and Analysis | 4 |
Specialization courses
| PSY5110 | Ethics and Multicultural Issues in Psychology | 5 |
| PSY6110 | Learning Theories in Psychology | 5 |
| PSY6810 | Principles of Sport Psychology | 5 |
| PSY6820 | Performance Enhancement in Sports | 5 |
| PSY6830 | Applied Sport Psychology | 5 |
| PSY6840 | Current Issues in Sport Psychology | 5 |
| PSY7310 | Biological Basis of Behavior | 5 |
Taken during the learner’s final quarter
| PSY5201 | Integrative Project for Master's Degree in Psychology | 5 |
Total
At least 58 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
GuidedPath courses and FlexPath courses fulfill the program requirements and prerequisites for each delivery model.
Multiple specializations available (must be within the same degree program)