Physical Activity and Exercise for Health MSc at Brunel University of London

Advance your expertise in exercise, physical activity and behaviour change to support healthier populations, enhance clinical practice and open new career opportunities in healthcare, public health and exercise medicine. This MSc is designed for graduates from health and life sciences backgrounds, as well as professionals working in healthcare, the fitness industry and public health who are looking to progress their careers. Flexible study options also make it suitable for those balancing postgraduate study with work.

Faculty: College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences  |  Department: Department of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 1 Year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You can study this MSc full-time over one year, attending classes on two days per week, or part-time over two years, attending one day per week. Compulsory modules include Physical Activity Behaviour Change and Public Health, Physical Activity and Exercise for Clinical and Special Populations, Exercise Science: Theoretical Basis and Laboratory Skills, Research Methods and Data Analysis, Dissertation.

Career pathways

As physical activity and exercise play an increasingly important role in preventing and managing long-term health conditions, there is growing demand for professionals with specialist expertise in these areas. This MSc will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to pursue careers across health and fitness industries, clinical healthcare, primary and community healthcare, private healthcare, exercise medicine services, consultancy, public health, and research.

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