Applied Sport Physiology MSc (PGCert PGDip)

at University of Brighton

Full-time route
 

Our course is taught over two days, usually Tuesdays and Wednesdays, however days are subject to timetabling and may change from one year to the next. In addition, you are expected to practice skills and carry out exercise testing outside of the taught element of the course.
 

Semester 1

• First two weeks of the course: Skills for Physiological Assessment module
• Throughout the 10 weeks: Science in Practice, Exercise Tolerance (Integrative Physiology) modules and option module.
   

Semester 2

•  Throughout the 10 weeks: option module

Throughout the year

• Personal and Professional Development module
• Final Research Project
   

Entry requirements
 

The entry requirements listed here are our typical offer for this course if you wish to begin studying with us in 2022. They should be used as a general guide. 
 

Offers will be made by the Admissions Tutor based on a balanced judgement of the candidate’s ability to complete the programme of study and to benefit from masters degree-level study. The criteria may include:
 

Degree and experience

A good honours degree (normally minimum 2:2 classification) in sport and exercise science, or a relevant science-based degree such as medicine, biomedical sciences, physiology, biological science, or health science. The degree may contain a human physiology component, and should contain a research training component.
 

Applicants without the minimum qualifications may also be considered, providing they can demonstrate they have the appropriate background and foundation knowledge by other means. In such circumstances, candidates may be interviewed, and evidence will be sought concerning:

• sustained and substantial work in a field relevant to the degree at an appropriate level
• the ability to undertake, write up and present an honours level research study
• an appropriate level understanding of research methods and human physiology
• the ability to study independently and effectively and to communicate effectively.
   

International (Full-time) - 13,842 GBP

Career opportunities for applied sport physiologists are growing, with applied performance physiology being recognised as a vital ingredient in the success and development of most sports, and for the individuals that take part it is an everyday aspect of their training.
 

Some of our graduates work with sports governing bodies as applied physiologists or directly with sports teams. Others have set up their own consultancy services, or work in the public and private sector as physiologists.
 

Some graduates focus on research positions in industry or with organisations such as the Ministry of Defence. This MSc is also ideal preparation for continuing your studies at PhD level.
 

An MSc in Applied Sport Physiology from the University of Brighton will equip you with both the theoretical knowledge, practical skills and emotional intelligence to help you stand out in today's competitive job market.
 

We'll support you as you start to think about life after graduation. You will have the opportunity to undergo a mock interview for a job that meets your career aspirations. We'll provide post-interview feedback so that when you are applying for jobs in the real world you will be well prepared.