Overview
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.
Key Features
Interesting Facts:
The objectives of the Sport Psychology program reflect a number of different disciplines and give the student a well-rounded education that allows for opportunities of preparing professional leaders in physical activity and sport. The objectives include practical experiences 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 all in a multi-disciplinary approach. Internationally renowned sport and exercise psychology researchers and/or practitioners, small class sizes, and internship opportunities are all highlights of this program.
Program Highlights:
Students acquire a solid foundation by taking courses in the School of Human Kinetics and the Department of Psychology. This program is also offered in French with a few courses excepted. All students in the program must complete one internship in the community and have the option of completing a second internship if they wish. Students also have the opportunity to complete an undergraduate thesis or to take additional courses in order to complete a Minor in an area of interest in the Humanities, Social Sciences or Sciences.
The Sport Psychology program lends itself to developing leaders of the future, particularly in the area of sport and exercise psychology which are foundations of our society. Our need for physical activity, stress management techniques and applied information on the physical, personal, interpersonal and social relationships and cultural are critical to our well-being.
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:
Many of these careers can be found in the public and private sector.
Esperado April, September 2024
Data de início
Esperado Setembro 2024
Laurentian University
Campus Sudbury,
935 Ramsey Lake Road,
SUDBURY,
Ontario (ON),
P3E 2C6, Canada
Entry requirements vary from country to country. Students must have successfully completed and obtained a secondary school diploma equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and meet the minimum academic requirements for their program.
English language requirements:
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