MSc Applied Exercise Physiology at University of Brighton

Programme overview

Two linked global challenges underpin the philosophy for this course – physical inactivity and climate change. Rooted in practitioner‑focused learning, enriched by world‑class facilities, and aligned with labour‑market demands, global challenges and sector expectations, this course develops those who want to become applied exercise physiology practitioners, by developing their craft knowledge to work with health and/or occupational populations.

Faculty: School of Sport and Health Sciences | Department: Sport and Exercise | Duration: full-time: 1 year; part-time: 2–6 years | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will take four 20-credit core modules, each finding their root in at least one of the course’s four pillars. In addition, you will take two 20-credit option modules and complete a 60-credit final research project. Modules are delivered in different ways to enhance your learning and target relevant skill development. The Personal and Professional Development module includes a built-in placement giving you hands-on experience improving your employability. You will learn through a mixture of taught sessions, tutorials, group work, independent study and work-related activities. Modules include Skills for Physiological Assessment, Science in Practice, Clinical Exercise Physiology, Personal and Professional Development.

Career pathways

We were one of the first institutions nationally, selected by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), to become a CIMSPA Higher Education Partner. The partnership acknowledges our commitment to producing graduates with the skill set needed to be deployed straight into the sport and physical activity sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Offers will be made by the Admissions Tutor based on a balanced judgement of the candidate’s ability to complete the programme of study and to benefit from masters degree-level study. The criteria may include: Degree and experience. A good honours degree (normally minimum 2:2 classification) in sport and exercise science or a relevant science-based degree such as medicine, biomedical sciences, physiology, biological science or health science. The degree may contain a human physiology component and should contain a research training component. Applicants without the minimum qualifications may also be considered providing they can demonstrate they have the appropriate background and foundation knowledge by other means. In such circumstances, candidates may be interviewed and evidence will be sought concerning: sustained and substantial work in a field cognate to the degree at an appropriate level. the ability to undertake, write up and present an honours-level research study. an appropriate level understanding of research methods and human physiology. the ability to study independently and communicate effectively. Claims for recognition of prior learning will also be considered (both prior experiential learning and prior certificated learning).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,720 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,748 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

Duration: full-time: 1 year; part-time: 2–6 years

Apply through the official page: https://evsipr.brighton.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app_crs

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