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 the University of Essex's state-of-the-art facilities and science-based approach, students gain a solid understanding of the biology, physiology, biomechanics, nutrition and psychology of sport.
Students will study a wide variety of topics including: the analysis of movement, how extreme environments can affect human performance, pediatric exercise science, and sport psychology.
This course allows students to gain practical hands-on experience in the specialist laboratory facilities, as well as learning the theoretical approaches. Their 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.
The University of Essex has a great industry links and work closely with the University’s Careers Services to help students find out about further work experience, internships, placements, and voluntary opportunities.
| Level | Masters |
| Discipline | Sciences |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Intakes | Oct |
| Application Fees | GBP 0 |
| Tuition Fees | GBP 20700 |
| Campus | Colchester |
| Language proficiency (minimum) | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 88 |
| PTE | 58 |
| Duolingo | Not Accepted |
| Exam proficiency (minimum) | |
| SAT | Not Required / Waiver |
|---|---|
| ACT | Not Required / Waiver |
| GRE | Not Required / Waiver |
| GMAT | Not Required / Waiver |
Minimum GPA - 70.0%
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