Sport and Exercise Science
MSc (PGCert PGDip)
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Course summary and entry requirements
Course duration
Full-time: 1 year (max 6 years)
Part-time: 2 years (max 6 years)
About the course
This course offers students the freedom to cover a breadth of subjects relevant to the field, with a balance between academic rigour and application of scientific concepts. A key element of the course enables students to work alongside experienced practitioners in areas relevant to their interest. This experience allows students to apply the knowledge gained in other modules and to develop their professional abilities.
Suitable applicants would be sport and exercise science graduates wishing to retain breadth in their academic development, graduates from related sciences who wish to move into the sport and exercise science field or further education lecturers wishing to gain professional development.
Typical entry requirements
Individual offers may vary.
For non-native speakers of English:
6.5 overall, 6.5 in writing (or equivalent qualification).Degree and/or experience:
A good honours degree (typically 2:1 or above) in sport or exercise sciences, or a relevant science-based degree such as psychology, physiology, biochemistry or zoology. Graduates in more fundamental sciences such as chemistry, physics and mathematics may also be acceptable. Applicants without the minimum qualifications may also be considered, providing they can demonstrate they have the appropriate background by other means.For equivalent international qualifications
We can help you meet our English language entry requirements
For help meeting English language requirements contact our
Language Institute.We can help you meet our academic entry requirements
For help meeting academic entry requirements contact our
International College.If you cannot find your country listed, please email admissions@brighton.ac.uk
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Course content
Course structure
Taught material is currently delivered on a Wednesday to facilitate study by part-time as well as full-time students. The taught material is split between lectures and seminars/laboratory work. Around 80 per cent of study time is in the form of projects, independent study or a range of directed study tasks. The Professional Enquiry module is undertaken by all students and provides the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners in areas relevant to the student's interest. All students also study the Health and Performance Profiling and Research Methods. Students also have the opportunity to choose two modules, such as Exercise Metabolism and Environmental Stress or Exercise Policy and Prescription, from a choice of at least four allowing them to specialise in an area of personal interest. .
Areas of study
The subject areas covered draw predominantly on sport and exercise physiology, and exercise psychology, with opportunities also available to study sport psychology and sport and exercise biomechanics.
Syllabus
Core modules
Health and Performance Profiling
Research Methods
Professional EnquiryOptions
Two options which may include:
Exercise Metabolism and Environmental Stress
Physiological Profiling
Physical Activity and Behavioural Medicine
Exercise Policy and PrescriptionDissertation
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2013-14. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.
The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.
What's included in the fee?
When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.
You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.
Our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.
Sport and Exercise Science (MSc) (Full time) [K1BH001] UK/EU (Full Time) 4,500 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,450 GBP International (Full Time) 13,500 GBP -
Location
Location
Eastbourne Eastbourne is a thriving town which offers traditional seaside attractions, modern nightlife, good shopping and a wide range of sporting activities. It’s one of the sunniest places in the UK.
Our Eastbourne campus is located at the foot of the South Downs National Park, about ten minutes walk from the seafront and 20 minutes from the pier and Eastbourne town centre. Almost 3,000 students are based here.
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Living in Eastbourne
Eastbourne’s buzzing university community and compact town gives it a laid back and friendly feel. The town combines the traditional seaside attractions with modern nightlife, a wide range of sporting activities and an exciting arts scene.
Social scene
The student community in Eastbourne ensures it has a thriving social scene, with dedicated student nights at many of the town’s pubs and clubs. Eastbourne’s expanding nightlife includes trendy cocktail bars, laid-back country pubs and modern nightclubs.
Arts
The striking Towner contemporary art museum in Eastbourne features international exhibitions as well as a permanent art collection. Eastbourne's six theatres give you a chance to see West End musicals, touring shows, live music and comedy.
Sports
Eastbourne has long been the home of pre-Wimbledon tennis tournaments at Devonshire Park. Eastbourne also hosts an extreme sports festival and the Beachy Head Marathon that takes place across the South Downs National Park.
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Career opportunities
An MSc in Sport and Exercise Science from the University of Brighton will help you to specialise and stand out in today's competitive job market. It will equip you with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for a successful career in sport science, the health sector, and / or exercise science. The course is also ideal preparation for continuing your study at MPhil or PhD level.
Previous graduates have started successful careers with:
- The RYA (Head of Sports Science and Medicine)
- The LTA, British tennis (Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Women?s Team)
- The University of Brighton (Sport and Exercise Science officer)
- BUPA (clinical physiologist)
- The EIS (Physiology PhD Studentships)Throughout your time at Brighton you will gain experience in performing a wide range of cutting-edge laboratory skills, and gain confidence in offering sport and exercise physiology support to athletes, teams, and/ or clinical populations. You will leave our course with a greater understanding of the research process through conducting your own research project.
