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MSc Sport and Exercise Science

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Full time | University of Essex | 1 year | OCT-26

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

OCT-26

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Sports Studies

Course Summary

Train in the practical and theoretical elements of sport and exercise science. Explore the broad spectrum of areas that underpin health sport and exercise. With our state-of-the-art facilities and science-based approach, you gain a solid understanding of the biology, physiology, biomechanics, nutrition and psychology of sport.Our course allows you to gain practical hands-on experience in our specialist laboratory facilities, as well as learning the theoretical approaches. Our seminar-based teaching gives students a platform to participate in small group discussions and share expertise and knowledge.The sports science, fitness, health and leisure sectors are booming and provide a variety of careers for sports and exercise science graduates. Typical career destinations include sports performance, sports management and sports development, health care, teaching, the health and fitness industry and academic research.

Modules

This module explores the medical and physiological challenges associated with human adaptation to and tolerance of extreme environments. Students will engage with historical and contemporary research in the field, with the aim of proposing novel solutions to problems in survival physiology, working at altitude and extended duration space flight.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£5,250

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£23,875

Entry requirements

A 2:2 degree in subjects relevant to the following areas: Sports Exercise; Psychology; Human Biology. Your degree must include one of the following modules: Human Biology or a related subject, such as anatomy, kinesiology or genetics; Psychology; Sport or reference to sport. We will also consider applicants with a 2:2 degree in any discipline with substantive work experience in sport, exercise, or health.