PG Diploma in Sports Psychology

Postgraduate Diploma Programs

Sports Psychology


Eligibility

The qualification required to apply for the program is a minimum of 50% marks in any bachelor’s degree. Students from any discipline in Bachelor’s and Athletes, Coaches, health professionals can also apply. Students who are pursuing final year bachelor’s program are also eligible to apply

Overview

Sports Psychology is still a relatively new and young field in India. The need for qualified sports psychologists to contribute to Indian Sports is highly essential. The field too has a lot to offer to young professionals. The course work at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), one of the top PG Diploma colleges in Bangalore, pays attention to the challenges encountered by sports professionals while pursuing their careers and effective management of the same.

The syllabus also attempts to provide a theoretical foundation and practical opportunities to reach out to professionals across varied contexts. The Post-Graduate Diploma course and syllabus have been designed to ensure that students are trained in skills of counselling and therapy and also get ample opportunities to practice the same. The internship is therefore emphasised along with the acquisition of theoretical knowledge. The learning lab additionally focuses on training in the administration of psychological assessments that are important in a sports environment. On the whole, the course aims at equipping students to effectively empower sports professionals along with a sound theoretical orientation.

Description

1 year Post Graduate Diploma programme in Sport Psychology

Award

Post-Graduate Diploma

No. of Credits

42 credits for PGD

Eligibility

Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from a recognised University in any field which includes at least one paper in psychology or individuals who are pursuing a career in the field of psychology.

Program code: 052
Course code : 5207
Course Commencement : Sep 2025

Study Campus

School of Graduate Studies
#34, 1st Cross
J C Road
Bangalore - 560027

P: 8043430100


Admissions Office

JAIN Knowledge Campus
# 44/4, District Fund Road
Jayanagar 9th Block Campus
Bangalore - 560069
P : +91 73376 13222
P : +91 76763 86870

Curriculum Structure

  • Introduction to Sports Psychology
  • Social Factors in Sports
  • Performance in Sports I
  • Assessment and Screening of Players
  • Internship I
  • General Psychology
  • Health Psychology
  • Counselling Skills Training
  • Skill Training Workshops

  • Health, Fitness and Wellbeing in Sports
  • Injury, Burnout and Retirement
  • Performance Enhancement in Sports II
  • Interventions and Therapies for Players
  • Minor Project: A Special Study/Research Project
  • Internship II
  • Military Psychology in India
  • Psychology of Diversity

Course Highlights

  • The Post-graduate degree programme provides an insight into the theoretical and practical orientation of Sports Psychology and the basic skills of psychological counselling that could be applied in the context of sports coaching.
  • The course work and syllabus that has been designed will ensure that students are trained in skills of counselling and therapy and also get ample opportunities to practise the same.
  • Internship is therefore emphasised along with the acquisition of theoretical knowledge and the learning lab additionally focuses on training in the administration of psychological assessments that are important in a sports environment.

Career Enhancement Programs

The Career Enhancement programmes are tailored to align with current industry standards. This approach reflects the institution's commitment to building a unique and capable talent pool. Evaluation is based on internal assessment, seminars, assignments, practical and theory examinations and reports prepared by the students. To ensure students remain at the forefront of employability, the career enhancement programme focuses on equipping them with essential soft skills. These skills include communication, presentation, public speaking, personality development, and interview techniques.

Career Outcomes

Upon completing a Post-Graduate Diploma in Sports Psychology, individuals can pursue various career paths within the sports and fitness industry. Some potential career opportunities include:

  • Sports Psychologist
  • Coaching and Performance Consultancy:
  • Sports Rehabilitation Centres
  • Academic and Research Positions
  • Sports and Fitness Industry