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Sport & Exercise Science

MSc
Duration
1 year
Start
September 2025
Delivery
In-person

This practitioner focused, applied and practical course is delivered by some of the world's leading researchers, in the only laboratories in the North West accredited by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).

Why study with us

  • You’ll apply physiology and biomechanics in a both a research and practitioner-based context.
  • Our School is home to some of the world’s leading researchers in the field of nutrition and exercise sciences.
  • We have strong links with a large number of sports organisations, including professional sports teams, public and private sector sports providers and grassroots sports clubs. 
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What you’ll do

  • You'll work in laboratories accredited by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).
  • Learn about life in the sports industry through guest lectures. The Premier League and professional rugby clubs are just some of our speakers.
  • You’ll have access to the University’s Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre (STFSC) – our multi-million pound, state-of-the-art, purpose-built indoor facility.

Modules

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

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How to apply

Accreditations

Academic expertise

For more information on this course, please contact the course leader Dr Jonathan Sinclair at jksinclair@uclan.ac.uk

  • Dr Jonathan Sinclair - Course Leader
  • Dr Howard Hurst - Module Leader
  • Dr Robert Graydon - Module Leader
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Dr Howard Hurst
Senior Lecturer in Sport, Exercise & Nutritional Sciences
Dr Robert Graydon
Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Biomechanics

We’re just one of two universities which partners the Football Medicine and Performance Association (FMPA). This partnership has direct links to the football industry and provides opportunities for you to access current practice in football and potential career prospects.

Previous guest lectures have been given by representatives of Wigan Warriors Rugby League Club, Bolton Wanderers Football Club, Blackburn Rovers Football Club, Lancashire Football Association, The Rugby Football League and Preston City Council.

Future careers

The MSc Sport & Exercise Science course provides graduates with the fundamental transferable and analytical skills for a diverse range of careers. The sports, exercise science, fitness, health and leisure sectors are currently thriving and therefore provide a range of fulfilling careers for postgraduate sports and exercise science graduates. We have a prosperous and ever-developing campus at UCLan with a strong focus on sport and exercise and we have excellent links with governing bodies, athletes, and clubs; which help to provide you with vital work experience and secure future employment.

Recent UCLan graduates are currently working across the fitness, sport, education, research and health sectors.

Entry requirements

  • Applicants should hold a 2:2 degree or equivalent professional experience or learning in a related field such as biomechanics or sport and exercise physiology
  • Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme
  • A detailed admissions procedure will be forwarded on application
  • IELTS: Score of 6.0 with no component below 5.5

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Fees and funding

2025/26
UK
Full-time£9,450 per year
International
Full-time£17,900 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

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This course is delivered by the School of Health, Social Work and Sport

For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information

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