Background and aims

This MSc is designed to provide an advanced, research-led programme in Sport and Exercise Science and Medicine. The course options available enable students choose their own programme, either undertaking a broad range courses across the field of Sport and Exercise Science and Medicine, or specialising in topics related to Physical Activity & Health, Sport & Performance, or Sports Medicine. The Programme is suitable for those with an undergraduate degree in or related to the Sport and Exercise Sciences, Physiotherapy, Medicine, other relevant biological/biomedical sciences, or other health professions/health-related areas.

This Programme is research-led, with the taught components are delivered by active researchers of national and international repute in the field of Sport and Exercise Science & Medicine. We use cutting edge online tools to ensure an effective delivery of this course and compliment this online teaching with short residential periods to develop practical skills. It provides an excellent basis for those wishing to pursue PhD level research, or for those planning or engaged in research, teaching or applied practical careers in the fields of Physical Activity & Health or Sports Performance. The programme also provides specialist postgraduate training in Sport and Exercise Science and Medicine for doctors, physiotherapists and related health professionals.