Taught course
Applied Sport and Exercise Science
Entry requirements
We designed this course to continue specialist studies at masters level for students who already possess a relevant first degree. You may also have an appropriate combination of other subject specific qualifications and relevant practical experience.
Normally you need one of the following:
- a good first or upper second honours degree in sport or exercise science
- a good honours degree in a relevant science discipline with suitable content
- an alternative qualification with a suitable concentration of relevant science (at the discretion of the course leader)
- a qualification in science or sport or exercise science at a level lower than first degree coupled with relevant practical experience
Months of entry
September
Course content
- Acquire an understanding of science and the ability to apply theory to practice in sport and exercise.
- Work towards British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES) accreditation.
- Conduct independent research and gain experience as a sport or exercise science consultant.
Develop strong technical, analytical, practical and professional skills, alongside specialist skills in biomechanics and performance analysis, physiology and nutrition, strength and conditioning. We offer a first-class suite of research and teaching laboratories alongside excellent facilities offered by our partnership venue at the English Institute of Sport.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Academy of Sport and Physical Activity
- admissions@shu.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)114 225 5555