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Postgraduate Certificate - PGCert
Headingley Campus
Part Time
Sep 2026
2 Year
Taught at one of the largest providers of sport in UK higher education – this course will allow you to apply the principles of musculoskeletal biomechanics to support and enhance your understanding of human movement, injury and rehabilitation.As part of this course, you’ll:Examine musculoskeletal function through laboratory data collection – employing cutting-edge technology such as 3D motion analysis, dynamometry and in-depth analysis of the neuromuscular systemCritically assess a broad range of theories, methodologies and research findings to inform professional practiceLearn how to apply theories and methodologies in managing injury risk and rehabilitationDevelop empirical rigour in identifying solutions to complex problems Industry insightsYour learning will be inspired by the very latest insights. You’ll be supported by tutors who are engaged in research and scientific support within the areas of neuromuscular assessment, musculoskeletal biomechanics, injury and rehabilitation. Professional expertiseYour teaching team continues to provide support and guidance for athletic and clinical populations. Under their supervision, you’ll be able to apply your learning to your own professional practice and through this support your continued professional development.
Explore specific aspects of the structure and function of the neuromuscular system and their relationship with intrinsic and extrinsic factors in sport and exercise. Using advanced biomechanical techniques, this module deepens your understanding of the mechanical and neuromuscular functions that underpin injury prevention, rehabilitation and training strategies.
Develop an understanding of the biomechanics of human gait. This module provides you with critical knowledge of normal, pathological and competitive gait. You'll improve your knowledge of the internal and external factors that can affect gait, such as fatigue, footstrike patterns, footwear-surface interaction and ageing. Finally, you'll complete a range of laboratory-based activities to observe human gait and to assess common biomechanical methods used in gait analysis.
Combine theoretical and practical approaches which will help you to develop a comprehensive understanding of injury management. You'll explore key supporting knowledge, skills and evidence for rehabilitation strategies for athletic populations. Together, we'll critically review conservative and surgical treatment strategies, including specific controlled conditions. Finally, you'll consider and evaluate a holistic approach to progress recovery using a multidisciplinary team.
The tuition fee for students entering in 2026/27 is £57.83 per credit. The total number of credit points for this course is 60. The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study.
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