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MSc - Master of Science
Holyrood Campus
Full Time
Sep 2026
1 Year
Physical inactivity has reached pandemic proportions, claiming millions of lives worldwide and representing one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time. The alarming levels of inactivity across all age groups demand immediate action, and experts who can lead the change.Our MSc Physical Activity for Health addresses one of the world's most urgent health crises. As physical inactivity continues to rise globally among both adults and adolescents, we need skilled professionals who can:design evidence-based interventions that get people movingunderstand the complex relationships between physical activity, health and societytranslate cutting-edge research into real-world health solutionslead policy changes that create healthier communities