You'll take an evidence-based approach to exercise prescription. Learn how to create exercise interventions for the prevention and management of disease.
Why study with us
- Our course is delivered by experts in clinical exercise prescription.
- We take an evidence-based approach, implementing findings from the latest research as you learn.
- There is increasing emphasis on exercise prescription, meaning there is a growing market for these skills.
What you'll do
- You'll learn about disease pathology and how exercise can be used to prevent and manage disease.
- You will learn about the complexities of exercise prescription, including how to take a compassionate, patient-centred approach.
- You'll be taught by experts from a variety of backgrounds, including medicine, physiotherapy, sport and exercise science.
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. We may also make changes 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.
Future careers
Our PGCert in Clinical Exercise for the Prevention and Management of Disease will prepare you for a role in clinical exercise prescription. You'll be able to understand, manage and optimise exercise prescription. This is a growing market, which could lead to roles in primary care or public health.
Entry requirements
- Applicants admitted onto the course will meet the following requirements
- Have a relevant professional qualification for example in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, Sports Rehabilitation or Strength & Conditioning
- Be actively engaged in or access clinical experience in a Sports and Exercise Medicine practice in order to support learning within the programme
- Have sufficient competency in English language (IELTS Level 6.0 or equivalent)
- All suitable applicants will be interviewed. Interview procedures and decisions regarding applications will be conducted within the University’s policies on equal opportunities and admissions
- Academic Integrity essentials (AIE) completion is required prior to undertaking first module
Fees and funding
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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Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
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If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
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We offer student athletes support and opportunities for their playing careers whilst they study a high-quality degree.
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UK students with a previous award from us will receive 20% tuition fee discount.
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This course is delivered by the School of Medicine and Dentistry
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