Sport and Exercise Science

Courses

The Department of Sport and Exercise Science offers a range of Postgraduate Taught programmes across the areas of sport performance, exercise and health, and social sciences of sport development and management. The teaching across all of the postgraduate taught programmes is based on the research and consultancy expertise of our national and internationally recognised staff and is conducted facilities and environment that is stimulating for study.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How do I apply to study MSc programmes in the Department of Sport and Exercise Science?

A. All applications to study MSc programmes in the Department of Sport and Exercise Science can be made online.

Q. What are the standard entry requirements for an MSc programme in the Department of Sport and Exercise Science?

A. Applicants should possess a related UK higher education degree that is a minimum of a 2:1. References and personal statements will also inform any decision made on the application. Applicants for the MSc Clinical Exercise Science course may also be subject to a short interview.

Q. What if I do not possess a related UK higher education degree that is a minimum of a 2:1?

A. Applicants with experience in relevant fields will be considered on a case-by-case basis and this often involves writing a short essay to assess suitability for the course applied for.

Q. When is the most appropriate time to apply for an MSc programme in the Department of Sport and Exercise Science?

A. Applications are normally received between November and June. However, should you decided after June that you would like to apply for an MSc course, please contact the Admissions Tutor listed under the staff pages.

Q. How long will it take to be informed of a decision on my application?

A. You should normally expect to receive a decision of your application within two weeks of us receiving it. Should this not be the case, please contact the Admissions Tutor listed under the staff pages.

Q. How can I find out more about the MSc programmes in the Department of Sport and Exercise Science (such as the units I will study and how they are assessed)?

A. Information about studying MSc programmes in the Department of Sport and Exercise Science can be attained via the following methods: Attending a Postgraduate Information Day Looking at the information available under the course content tab for the specific course you are interested in Emailing the department with a specific question to be answered sportscience@port.ac.uk

Q. How can I find out the research interests and consultancy profiles of the academic staff?

A. Please visit the staff page where you can view individual profiles. Alternatively, visit the Research pages where the various groupings and activities are outlined.

Q. How long will it take me to complete an MSc programme in the Department of Sport and Exercise Science?

A. All programmes can be completed in one year (full-time) and two years (part-time). NB: The MSc Clinical Exercise Science programme can also be completed in 3 years (part-time).

Q. What is the contact time for MSc programmes in the Department of Sport and Exercise Science?

A. Generally the contact time will be scheduled over one full day with sessions being between 9am-6pm.

Q. How do I choose between a postgraduate taught and postgraduate research programme?

A. The choice between taught and research programmes is often influenced by your long term career objectives, the reasons for returning/continuing your study, and what you are hoping to achieve from your postgraduate study. If in doubt ask a supervisor or lecturer, or get in touch.