MSc Sport and Exercise Physiology
University of Chichester
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OverviewFocus on the development of skills for practical application in both sporting and exercise populationsThis programme has a strong focus on the development of skills for practical application in both sporting and exercise populations and provides you with the opportunity to develop an in-depth knowledge base of the physiological and metabolic demands of exercise and physical training.In addition, it allows you to enhance and strengthen your practical skills in exercise physiology ...Read more

Overview

Focus on the development of skills for practical application in both sporting and exercise populations

This programme has a strong focus on the development of skills for practical application in both sporting and exercise populations and provides you with the opportunity to develop an in-depth knowledge base of the physiological and metabolic demands of exercise and physical training.

In addition, it allows you to enhance and strengthen your practical skills in exercise physiology measurements and research methods, as well as developing your professional qualities.

The MSc in Sport and Exercise Physiology provides you with an opportunity to study at a postgraduate level to fulfil the initial requirements for accreditation by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).

The Course

Understand the exercise physiology of leading sporting and exercise performance

This course provides you with the knowledge of advanced exercise physiology principles and theories, and enhance your practical skills, as you build towards your final research project or supervised experience portfolio.

Teaching

Our team of academics ensure innovation, enthusiasm and expertise combine to deliver the excellent standards that give our institution its high reputation.

When you come to Chichester, you will join a community of students and lecturers working in partnership to ensure that your learning experience reflects best practice and embraces the opportunities presented by new, interactive technologies.

Assessment

You will be assessed by a variety of methods, including essays, examinations, portfolios, practical assessments, lab reports, and oral presentations.

Our course includes a mix of assessments, so that you may develop a wide range of transferable skills. Modules are assessed at every stage of the course, offering cumulative assessment of your progress.

You can monitor your own progress, allowing you the opportunity to discuss and plan your development with your lecturers throughout the course. Where appropriate, special arrangements can be made for students with an identified need.

Students can also achieve PGDip and PGCert awards.

Careers

Acquire the skills and knowledge required to gain employment in sports, exercise or health industries

The experience and skills gained during your MSc Sport and Exercise Physiology allows you to start a career in many areas of sport, exercise and health.

Students have gone on to work in the health care sector, national governing bodies for sports, sports related industry, private sports clubs and fitness centres, teaching in Further and Higher Education or continued to pursue a PhD in a related field.

Typical careers include:

  • Fitness consultant
  • Athletic trainer
  • Laboratory technician
  • Sport science support personnel
  • Sport equipment consultant
  • Exercise prescription on GP referral schemes
  • PhD research

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66/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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24th
CUG Ranking
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79th
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Modules

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Entry requirements

An honours degree at 2:1 or higher in a related discipline. You will also be required to attend an interview.

Tuition fees

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£8,838 per year

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Students from Domestic

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University of Chichester alumni who have completed a full undergraduate degree at the University will receive a 15% discount on their postgraduate fees.

£16,722 per year

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Students from EU

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

£16,722 per year

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Bishop Otter Campus College Lane Chichester West Sussex PO19 6PE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Fishbourne  1.1 miles away

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