PhD Sport and Physical Activity
Sheffield Hallam University
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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You’ll receive research methods training and develop specialist research skills equipping you to undertake an independent programme of research. You’ll receive supervision from a team of active researchers working within our Sport & Physical Activity Research Centre. All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can ...Read more

You’ll receive research methods training and develop specialist research skills equipping you to undertake an independent programme of research. You’ll receive supervision from a team of active researchers working within our Sport & Physical Activity Research Centre. All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.As a postgraduate research student, you’ll follow an independent programme of study under the supervision of a team of leading academics with extensive experience of undertaking high quality research and academic scholarship. Supervision principally takes place through regular meetings, either face to face or using remote communication, between postgraduate research students and their supervisory teams. Our policies and support structures ensure that supervision is of the highest quality.

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SR
Student Reviewer
29 May 21

Although the pandemic made my final year different to what was expected. The staff were very supportive and always were there to offer help and advice when needed. They also..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
06 Jan 15

Really nice homely feeling all over campus, in the gym and during lectures. Cannot complain. Love the amount of sports and clubs that are available here too. The atmosphere at a..Read more

Entry requirements

All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same). All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.

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£5,006 per year

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£17,725 per year

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£17,725 per year

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29 May 21
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Although the pandemic made my final year different to what was expected. The staff were very supportive and always were there to offer help and advice when needed. They also...
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SR
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06 Jan 15
Physical Education and School Sport
Really nice homely feeling all over campus, in the gym and during lectures. Cannot complain. Love the amount of sports and clubs that are available here too. The atmosphere at a...
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Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University , Sheffield

Founded over 175 years ago, Sheffield Hallam University offers academic excellence in an environment where postgraduate students work...

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Sheffield Hallam University
Collegiate Crescent Sheffield South Yorkshire S10 2BP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Sheffield  0.8 miles away
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