MSc Sport, Health and Exercise Science
University of South Wales
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This course utilises our British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) approved laboratories at our Glyntaff Campus and our state-of-the-art strength and conditioning and performance analysis suites at our Sport Park.This course is designed for those who would like to further their career in sport, health and/or exercise science. It caters for those who are interested in elite sporting performance or exercise for health.

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83/279
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Will
10 Jan 25

Uni student unions doesn’t have much going on there in terms of events etc..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
15 Jan 14

Great course and staff, course gives you lots of practical experience and placements so that you actually stand a good chance of getting a job at the end. Given me great..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Usually an Honours degree at class 2:2 or above in a relevant science subject such as Sports Science, Biomedical Science or Physiology, although experience can sometimes be taken into account. Equivalent international qualifications are acceptable. Those without such qualifications will be considered on an individual basis and a wide range of prior professional experience may be taken into account.

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£10,250 per year

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£16,000 per year

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£16,000 per year

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Will
10 Jan 25
Sport and Exercise Science
Uni student unions doesn’t have much going on there in terms of events etc...
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SR
Student Reviewer
15 Jan 14
Great course and staff, course gives you lots of practical experience and placements so that you actually stand a good chance of getting a job at the end. Given me great...
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University of South Wales
Glyntaff Pontypridd Rhondda, Cynon, Taff CF37 4BD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Treforest  0.2 miles away
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