BS in Psychology: Sport and Performance Psychology Emphasis
BS in Psychology: Sport and Performance Psychology Emphasis
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Combine your passion for sports with your desire to understand human behavior by pursuing a career in sport and performance psychology. The Bachelor of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Performance and Sport Psychology degree at Grand Canyon University teaches you the foundational knowledge in this field.
Offered by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, this on-campus and online degree may be ideal for you if you have an interest in the performing arts, mental health, fitness and sports industries. As a performance and sports psychology emphasis student, you will be taught how to help all types of athletes and performance artists overcome psychological obstacles.
In this program, you will also have the opportunity to refine your servant leadership qualities, develop a greater appreciation for diverse populations and analyze ethical decisions made with the Christian worldview in mind.
Before you decide whether to become a bachelor’s in psychology major, you may have some questions about the program. The following commonly asked questions and answers can help you get started on your research.
How do you become a sports psychologist?
What is sport and performance psychology?
Is it hard to become a sports psychologist?
Is sports psychology a growing field?
What do sports psychologists do on a daily basis?
GCU is a private university with a supportive, welcoming learning community. The bachelor’s in psychology with a performance sports emphasis is available through on-campus coursework. Alternatively, you may take online classes.Â
The core competencies and key concepts taught in these sports psychology courses are applicable to diverse aspects of human life beyond sports achievements. You will be prompted to examine the factors that lead people to strive for inner greatness. Your instructors will guide you in exploring how people are motivated to pursue objectives, and how to conduct assessments and implement interventional strategies that drive personal growth and improvement.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge and skills you will be taught by completing the hands-on professional capstone research project. All research projects in this program focus on developing solutions for realistic issues or problems in the field. The capstone provides an opportunity for you to demonstrate your specialized knowledge in sport and performance psychology and to explore how you might make a positive difference in your community.
Up to 90 credits, only 84 can be lower division
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Admission Requirements (Bachelor's)
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
*Math and reading only on a 1600 point scale (test date after 3/1/2016). SAT score of 1380 required for 2400 point scale (test date before 3/1/2016).
When you’re ready to work toward a career in sport and performance psychology, the learning community at Grand Canyon University is here to welcome you. Apply today to get started on your psychology degree.
Athletes often face significant pressure — both external and internal — to perform at their best. As a future sports psychology professional, you have the opportunity to support athletes in their quest for greatness. This performance and sport psychology emphasis offers a curriculum that will teach you about evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions.
All Psychology Emphases
Sports offer athletes many benefits, and a sport psychology expert can help them access those benefits by staying motivated and engaged. There are performance sports psychology career opportunities in multiple settings, including the following:(See disclaimer 1)
A sports psychologist may work with athletes ranging from Olympics and Special Olympics team members to amateur sports enthusiasts. To position yourself for possible career advancement, you may choose to pursue a master’s degree. Most sport psychology careers require a graduate degree and clinical practice may require licensure. Licensure requirements can vary by state.(See disclaimer 2)
