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Welcome to the School of Psychology, Sport and Physical Activity

An academic school inspired towards excellence in learning, research and consultancy in two core areas of Sport, Exercise and Health Science; and Psychology.
Sport, Exercise and Health Science degrees Psychology degrees Sport Performance Centre

Sport, Exercise and Health Science Degrees

Through our full time undergraduate and postgraduate courses you will gain scientific knowledge the core disciplines underpinning sport, exercise and health science, alongside applied practice and hands-on experience which will be crucial for your future career

Psychology Degrees

Built on our successful reputation and experience in scientific and evidence-based approaches to practice, all of our psychology courses follow the requirements and standards of the British Psychological Society (BPS) which means when you graduate you will be work-ready.

Sport Performance Centre

The Sport Performance Centre provides a range of sport science, performance and rehabilitation testing, analysis and intervention services to external clients and user groups.
Partnership with the Armed Forces Para Snowsport Team

Exercise Centre

Part of the AECC University College Chiropractic Clinic, the Exercise Centre provides a designated area in which patients can be assessed. Equipment is primarily for rehabilitation, injury resistance and performance enhancement can also be delivered.

Awarded British Association of Sport and Exercise Science endorsement

We are pleased to announce that our BSc (Hons) Sport Science and BSc (Hons) Sport, Exercise and Health Science course have been successfully endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) for sport, exercise and health science courses.
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Research Centre

The Centre for Health, Exercise and Sport Science Research (CHESS) encompasses all physical and psychological aspects of exercise, health and sport science research.
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Bournemouth Rugby

Head of School of Psychology, Sport and Physical Activity, Prof Stewart Cotterill talks about his role at Bournemouth Rugby Club as: 'Head of Mental Performance and Wellbeing". Explaining how we support Bournemouth Rugby to enhance player performance across the whole club.
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02/04/2020 10:00:38
In this blog post, Charley Bennett, a third year MSc #Chiropractic #student, shares how she has been finding working from home during the #COVID19 pandemic. She gives tips for staying motivated & focused on studying at this unprecedented time: https://t.co/OxipTwMbrz https://t.co/d00CQ5BAqH
01/04/2020 15:45:13
RT @AECCSchoolMU: An interesting watch: @JavadAzadi, from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Radiology Department, reviews the lit…
31/03/2020 15:37:35
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31/03/2020 15:37:35
Warren Foster, Head of @AECCSchoolMU: “We've set out to give quick & concise guidance on how to carry-out point of care lung #ultrasound technique & interpretation. Medical imaging is essential to the fight against #Coronavirus. We're keen to offer up as much guidance as we can.”
31/03/2020 15:37:34
We’re keen to provide all those involved in Medical Imaging with practical advice and guidance during the #COVID19 pandemic. As such, the teaching faculty at @AECCSchoolMU has prepared a video on point-of-contact lung ultrasound. Watch here: https://t.co/nwAl19WLUY https://t.co/xjet4vYkWC
30/03/2020 13:54:59
Staff at AECC University College undertook some exciting research into an innovative solution to avoid #backpain in #astronauts. Funded by @esa this research involved 18 #Chiropractic students – who tested out a special SkinSuit. You can read more here: https://t.co/ehJTJ1i7f4 https://t.co/0oqZzpwhcY
27/03/2020 16:00:26
3/3 "Our focus is on observing the latest guidance to keep us all safe & well, both mentally & physically. Please keep safe, seek any support & help you need, and continue to be kind to each other. We will get through this together."
27/03/2020 16:00:26
2/3 "I'm proud of our staff and students & what we have all managed to achieve & overcome in the past couple of weeks. Members of our teaching staff, already active in local hospitals, have returned to the NHS full-time to help & we are extremely proud of them."
27/03/2020 16:00:25
1/3 A message from our Principal, Prof Lesley Haig: "AECC University College has always been a tight-knit, supportive community & we continue to be so. I have already witnessed great teamwork, many selfless acts & kind words." https://t.co/KCWXxDHf1w
27/03/2020 08:38:06
2/2 These dedicated radiographers are working NHS shifts & working from home, supporting students online, marking & working on teaching materials. We'd like to take this opportunity to applaud them for their dedication and commitment. You are amazing. #StayHomeSaveLives #COVID19 https://t.co/MBNReQat80

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