MRes Sport and Exercise Science
Hartpury University
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.3) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
2 options available
academic-cap
Qualification

MRes - Master of Research

location-pin
Location

Hartpury University

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

SEP-25

time
Duration

1 year

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

MRes - Master of Research

Location

Hartpury University

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

1 year

SELECTED

Qualification

MRes - Master of Research

Location

Hartpury University

Study mode

Part Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

2 years

SELECT

Subjects

Select a subject


Sports Science
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


Location

Select student location


Domestic
SELECTED

EU
SELECT

Rest of World
SELECT

Course info

Course overviewAs the field of sport science grows, so do opportunities. The need for both practitioners and researchers to work in high performance sport settings is becoming more common. This course provides those looking to enter this industry with a blend of research and practical skills to help provide real word, research-informed solutions to enhance athletic performance.At Hartpury, sport and science mix perfectly. Build your knowledge using high performance technologies in a ...Read more

Course overview

As the field of sport science grows, so do opportunities. The need for both practitioners and researchers to work in high performance sport settings is becoming more common. This course provides those looking to enter this industry with a blend of research and practical skills to help provide real word, research-informed solutions to enhance athletic performance.

At Hartpury, sport and science mix perfectly. Build your knowledge using high performance technologies in a semi-professional sports environment. Benefit from extensive networks with clubs, the community and national governing bodies.

High-level performance

Make the most of facilities and expertise that supports 10 performance Sports Academies across different disciplines, as well as national and international athletes and teams. You could undertake research, working with athletes and coaches on our sports pitches, as well as human performance and biomechanics laboratories with the latest technologies.

Develop professional networks

We’ll support you to undertake research in your workplace or contribute to an important project through our extensive network of leading clubs, organisations and schools by working with us to improve what they do. Partners include England Rugby, Cheltenham Town Football Club, Forest Green Rovers Football Club, Gloucester Rugby, GB Rowing and Pentathlon GB.

Be supported to succeed

Our expert lecturers, professors and industry networks will support you to design credible research and find practical solutions for important challenges in your chosen topic. A mix of learning pathways, including campus and online delivery, will help you to design your timetable around other commitments.

You’ll have opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills through real-world research. You'll learn from research active staff and sport and exercise practitioners to broaden your knowledge and networks.

Research in professional environments

Focus your research on an external environment, such as your workplace, or make the most of our professional sport and commercial activities on campus. These include the Sports Academy and associated performance teams, the sports medical centre, the human performance laboratories, Hartpury RFC, and equestrian sport events.

Alternatively, we have strong industry partnerships through the Hartpury Sports Business Hub, which enable students to engage in applied research which directly impacts practice. These partnerships include England Rugby, Cheltenham Town Football Club, Forest Green Rovers Football Club, Gloucester Rugby, GB Rowing, Pentathlon GB.

Conferences and events

You'll be encouraged to take an active role in industry events and conferences. Our students present dissertations and research projects – fantastic experience for professional reputations.

Graduate destinations

Studying a Master of Research provides the opportunity for you to enhance your own practice or prepare for PhD studies. Delivering contemporary research will place you at the forefront of knowledge within your discipline.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
74/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
26th
What students say
N
Nel
28 Nov 24

Great campus, amazing facilities. Wish there was more room to study or chill out between..Read more

I
Imogen
04 Nov 24

Hartpury has an amazing campus in a beautiful rural area. Due to its small size lectures feel very personal and we have access to amazing support from staff...Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject area which has involved an independent dissertation project. Additionally, you will need to be able to clearly articulate your potential research project and its proposed significance to the topic area.

Tuition fees

Students living in

Domestic

£11,000 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

£18,750 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£18,750 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Sports / Movement Science reviews

Sports / Movement Science
Sports / Movement Science
N
Nel
28 Nov 24
Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)
Great campus, amazing facilities. Wish there was more room to study or chill out between...
Read more
I
Imogen
04 Nov 24
Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)
Hartpury has an amazing campus in a beautiful rural area. Due to its small size lectures feel very personal and we have access to amazing support from staff....
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Sports / Movement Science students rated:

Student rating
( 4.2) 64 reviews
5 star
41%
4 stars
41%
3 stars
17%
2 stars
1%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.3) 1,769 reviews
5 star
41%
4 stars
47%
3 stars
11%
2 stars
1%
1 star
0%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

Hartpury University
Hartpury University , Gloucester

Based in Gloucestershire, in the heart of England’s countryside, Hartpury University is a specialist provider of agriculture,...

Student rating
( 4.3) View reviews
Hartpury University
Hartpury House Gloucester Gloucestershire GL19 3BE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Gloucester  2.5 miles away

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate