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Master of Sport in MRes

Cardiff, United Kingdom
1.5 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master by Research in sport with an 80-credit taught phase and a research project, 18 to 24 months full time, at the Cyncoed campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational knowledge in Sport in MRes. Apply skills related to An 80-credit taught phase covers developing a research idea
a choice of quantitative
mixed-methods or qualitative skills. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.

Career outcomes

Further research study such as a PhD or taught doctorate
Research-based employment

Curriculum

An 80-credit taught phase covers developing a research idea
a choice of quantitative
mixed-methods or qualitative skills
subject-specific knowledge and preparing the research project. The research phase follows with an independent project submitted as a thesis or equivalent output.

Entry requirements

Academic

Honours degree at 2:1 or above
Or equivalent
Open to graduates from many disciplines
IELTS 6.5 with 6.5 in reading and writing
Additional academic criteria: UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent.

Accepted academic background

Honours degree 2:1 or above in a relevant discipline (MRes Management), candidates with exceptional management experience considered, degree transcript, module syllabi and prior dissertations requested

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing
TOEFL iBT 6.0 others)
PTE Academic 62
Duolingo TOEFL iBT 83 (tests before 2026-01-21)

Documents you’ll need

Completed Application
Official Academic Transcripts
Passport or Identity Document
Previous Degree Certificate
Academic References
Statement of Purpose

How to apply

Review the Sport in MRes admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£17,600 GBP
Application fee	£35 GBP
Deposit	£3,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Cyncoed Campus
Faculty or school	Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences
Department	Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Potential Cardiff Metropolitan University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Sport in MRes. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
16 Jul 2027
244 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1.5 years.