MSc Biomechanics of Human Movement at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

Examine human movement from a biomechanical perspective and learn how to apply this to performance, health, and injury on this master’s course. Be taught at one of the largest providers of sport in UK higher education

Duration: 1 year full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: 20 Sep 2027 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Research Process, Professional Practice (course aligned), Major Independent Study, Measurement Techniques in Biomechanics, Neuromuscular Biomechanics, Advanced Biomechanical Analysis of the Sports Performer, Biomechanics of Human Gait, Evidence Based Practice in Sports Physiology (Physiology), Contemporary Issues in Sport Psychology (Psychology), Sport & Exercise Nutrition (Nutrition).

Career pathways

A range of career options will be available to you upon graduation. You’ll develop a unique specialisation in biomechanics, which could lead to or enhance your work within sport or healthcare settings. Roles include Gait analyst, Academic/researcher, Biomechanics consultant, Sport equipment developer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Sport & Exercise Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Physics, Biomechanics, Sports Technology, Sports Therapy, Physical Education or Podiatry, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0. 5 with no skill below 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,710 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10710. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,995 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £18995. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://myapplication.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

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