MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology

This MSc in Clinical Exercise Physiology provides students the opportunity to implement evidence-based practice in the support of people living with long-term health conditions. Clinical exercise physiologists specialise in health and fitness screening and assessment, exercise prescription and delivery, and the implementation of behaviour change strategies for the prevention, treatment and management of health conditions.You will learn how to screen and assess individuals across a spectrum of health and disease, and how to use clinical and scientific reasoning to optimise the delivery of safe and effective exercise-based interventions.You will gain extensive practical experience in key physiological laboratory tests such as ECG, cardiopulmonary testing, spirometry and postural balance evaluation.We are investing in key areas beyond your studies including our career services, library and well-being, to be available both face-to-face on campus and online with many of these available 24/7. We have new, modern library facilities on both campuses offering inspirational environments for study and research. Libraries contain resources in print and digital formats, a range of study spaces and a dedicated librarian who can assist with your learning.The real-world content and professional competencies delivered on this course will ensure successful graduates have the transferable skills to secure employment in a variety of exciting and diverse roles. These could include registered clinical physiologist, chartered scientist, health adviser, clinical exercise specialist, health and wellbeing physiologist, exercise referral coordinator, NHS trainee clinical scientist, PhD researcher or chartered activity and health practitioner.Explore the different career options you can pursue with this degree and see the median salaries of the sector on our Career Coach portal

2:1 honours degree in Physiology, Biochemistry, Sports Science, Applied Biology, Physiotherapy or other health related subjects.