Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] [Art History and Theory] From University of Essex

Drawing on current research and practice, this fascinating programme in Performance Psychology from The University of Edinburgh introduces you to the issues that relate to both individual and group performance, then encourages you to develop techniques to minimise the influence of limitations, such as anxiety and distraction.

Striking a balance between psychological methods and the wider professional skills needed to apply them, the courses you will undertake will also give you the knowledge and tools you need to be able to critically appraise and apply scientific literature, and to plan, conduct and disseminate your own research.

This qualification could lead to a career that capitalises on the increasing interest in the application of performance psychology in a number of fields. Recent graduates have taken up roles in areas as diverse as sports psychology, private consultancy in sports, business and the performing arts, outdoor and adventure training, and higher and tertiary education.

You may instead choose to extend your studies with a doctoral degree (after completion of the MSc) or use the transferable skills you will gain in areas such as communication and project management in an unrelated career role.