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. This specialization is not designed or intended to meet licensure requirements for any licensed profession.

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)