Clinical Exercise Physiology MSc at Northumbria University

Programme overview

Become a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology. Northumbria’s Clinical Exercise Physiology course will focus on the use of exercise for assessment, prevention, and treatment in a number of diseases and clinical conditions. During this course you will develop an understanding of the physiological factors associated with diseases and the underlying aetiology and pathophysiology of diseases.

Faculty: School of Sport Exercise and Rehabilitation | Duration: 1 year Full Time; 2 years Part Time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Cardiovascular Conditions, Principles of Exercise Prescription and Assessment, Respiratory, Cancer and Neurological conditions, Ageing, Musculoskeletal and Metabolic Conditions, Critical appraisal of evidence in CEP, SER PGT Clinical Placement and Professional Practice, Research Methods.

Career pathways

Graduates may also aspire to progress onto further study or doctoral-level qualifications. Previous graduates have gone on to work within a number of health organisations, such as the NHS, private hospitals, universities and other health providers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have: A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in a related subject area such as sport science, physical education, or physiotherapy, or in another discipline which includes anatomy and physiology. Work experience in a relevant field and/or a professional qualification may also be considered. Additional requirements: Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Admission is subject to a suitable DBS Enhanced Certificate and a satisfactory health check. International qualifications: English language requirements: International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 6 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,565 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full UK course fee for 2027/28 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,500 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full international course fee for 2027/28 entry. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year Full Time; 2 years Part Time

Apply through the official page: https://sits.northumbria.ac.uk/live/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=DTFCXP6&code2=0006

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