Master´s Degree Programme in Psychology of Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing

PsyAct is the only university level programme in sport and exercise psychology in Finland. The two-year Master's degree programme offers courses in:

·Exercise Psychology, includingtheories and techniques of physical activity and health behaviour change, applications of physical activity promotion

·Sport Psychology, includingpsychology of coaching, group dynamics, emotional regulation in sport

·Enabling studies, includingintercultural interaction skills, integrated research communication, multilingual and intercultural communication, language studies

·Optional studies from a large selection of courses, including studies in general psychology

The main objective of the two-year PsyAct programme (120 ECTS credits) is to educate highly qualified academic experts for the growing field of Sport and Exercise Psychology. It also provides qualifications to apply for postgraduate (PhD) studies.