Postgraduate study
Our postgraduate programmes
The School has a highly regarded record of research which has influenced policy and practice around the world. Knowledge gained from this research underpins the teaching and guidance offered through the School's comprehensive range of Postgraduate Taught and Research programmes.
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MSc Exercise Physiology
This programme offers the opportunity to gain in depth understanding of the physiological, nutritional and metabolic demands of exercise and training.
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MRes Human Biology and MRes Psychology
Master of Research (MRes) programmes are designed to equip students with the research skills necessary to complete a PhD or to work as a researcher.
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MSc Physical Activity and Health
This programme provides the opportunity to gain greater understanding of the physiological and psychological bases of physical activity and health.
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MSc Physical Education with Qualified Teacher Status
The programme is for fully qualified secondary school Physical Education teachers and provides them with the opportunity to gain a relevant masters degree during their early teaching career.
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MSc Sociology of Sport
This programme addresses the growing cultural, economic and political significance of sport, which has led to greater demand for qualified specialists with knowledge of the relationship between sport and society.
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MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition
This programme provides an opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the nutritional and metabolic demands of exercise, and of the interactions between diet, exercise and health.
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MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology
This programme is ideally suited to applicants who are interested in working as sport and exercise psychology consultants in applied sport and exercise settings or pursuing further PhD study.
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MSc Sport Coaching
This programme aims to support the continuing professional development of sports coaches and those working in closely related fields.
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MSc Sport Management
Sport provision is a major industry in most countries and sport resources are in great demand. This programme prepares students for a sport management career.
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MSc Sports Biomechanics
This programme covers all aspects of Sports Biomechanics, ranging from experimental equipment requirements and utilisation through to the latest theoretical considerations and research problems.
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MSc Sports Science
This programme provides students with a greater understanding of the scientific bases of human performance and the influence of sport and exercise upon health.
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MPhil and PhD opportunities
The School's MPhil and PhD opportunities aim to provide a sound foundation for future research and career options.