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Master of Sport and Exercise Science

University of Essex

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 1, 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

A three-year full-time Bachelor of Science in Sport and Exercise Science taught in the School of Psychology on Northumbria's City Campus in Newcastle.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

  • Apply concepts and methods in Sport and Exercise Science to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Fundamentals of Psychology
  • Energetics of Exercise. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Exercise physiologist
  • Performance analyst
  • Strength and conditioning coach
  • Personal trainer
  • Sport development officer
  • PE teacher

Curriculum

  • Three-year full-time degree. Year 1 core: Academic and Professional Skills
  • Fundamentals of Psychology
  • Energetics of Exercise
  • Introduction to Research. Final-year core: SER UG Project
  • Exercise & Health Intervention Strategies. An optional placement or study abroad year is available.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK entry: You will need a good honours degree or Masters degree
  • or equivalent
  • In a related subject. A well-developed research proposal is also essential
  • You will normally be required to attend an interview/Skype interview for acceptance
  • acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department.
  • International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Good master's degree (or UK 2:1/2:2 honours for some courses) in a related subject, Research proposal or department pro forma, CV, References.

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research Proposal.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Research proposal needs and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
  3. English language evidence
  4. Research proposal or department pro forma
  5. CV and references as the course asks. Attend an interview if the department requires one. Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee deposit (or show recognised sponsor funding) to receive your CAS. Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£25,075, £24,825 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£35,652 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Science and Health
DepartmentSchool of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

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    No deadline listed

  • Program starts

    October 2027

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    No deadline listed

  • Program starts

    January 2028

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    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1, 2 years.