MRes Exercise and Sport Sciences at University of Birmingham

Become an expert researcher at the forefront of your field. Through combining taught and research elements, you will be equipped with the scientific understanding and practical skills to address key challenges in sport, exercise and rehabilitation. Gain research-oriented training in exercise and sport sciences, enhancing your practical, theoretical, and applied skills.

Department: Sport and Exercise Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year Full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Dissertation, Research Methodology in Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, Interdisciplinary Research and Impact, Innovation in Professional Development, Mixed Methods Research Design, Neuromuscular adaptation to training, Project Management & Research Governance.

Career pathways

The career opportunities for sport and exercise scientists are rapidly expanding. With increased funding and recognition, roles in elite sports, public health, cardiac rehabilitation, and health promotion are growing.

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