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PG Cert Sport and Exercise Science

PG Cert Sport and Exercise Science

Different course options

Part time | Headingley Campus | 1 year | SEP-26

Study mode

Part time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

Postgraduate Certificate

Subject areas

Sports Studies

Course Summary

This course is designed to meet the professional standards set by industry governing organisation, the Chartered Association of Sport & Exercise Sciences (CASES). As part of your course, you’ll: Enhance your awareness of the professional issues and research applications within health, exercise and sport Engage with consultancy and research projects and work with elite-level athletes Upgrade your knowledge of physiology, nutrition, biomechanics and psychology Exciting placement opportunities will help to further refine your knowledge, enhance your skills and boost your CV. Previous students have secured placements with Leeds United, Yorkshire Carnegie, Leeds Rhinos and SportsAid, a UK charity helping the next generation of sports stars achieve their potential. Much of our outstanding and pioneering research feeds directly into our taught modules providing the opportunity for you to develop the professional skills and expertise in the area of sport and exercise science.

Modules

Biomechanics of Human Gait (Biomechanics) (20 Credits) - Core
Evidence Based Practice in Sports Physiology (Physiology) (20 Credits) - Core
Measurement Techniques in Biomechanics (Biomechanics) (20 Credits) - Core
Mechanisms of Adaptation to Exercise Training (Physiology) (20 Credits) - Core
Psychology of Exercise & Health (Psychology) (20 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£3,460

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

Contact University and ask about this fee

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Sport & Exercise Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Physics, Biomechanics, Physiotherapy, Physical Education, Human Physiology, Biochemistry, Dietetics, Nutrition, Medicine or Sports Therapy, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.