PhD Sport and Exercise Science at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

By studying for a PhD in Sport & Exercise at UoG, you’ll be joining a research community with a strong history of world-leading research.

Faculty: School of Education, Health & Science | Department: Sport and Exercise | Duration: PhD: 4 years full-time; PhD: 6 years part-time; MSc by Research: 2 years full-time; MSc by Research: 3 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time, distance learning | Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028 | Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research students can study at purpose built facilities, or online, either full-time or part-time alongside employment or family commitments. In recognition of the fact that no two research projects – or research students – are the same, there’s a flexible approach to supporting you, offering laboratory space and training, fieldwork advice and equipment loans, and access to computer software.

Career pathways

Our postgraduate research students cultivate a diverse set of skills that are highly valued in the UK and internationally, preparing them for successful careers within academia and beyond.

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Application information

Entry requirements

PhD A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. MSc by Research At least a 2.1 honours degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area. IELTS 6.5 (6.0 writing, 5.5 all other components) EU and international students need IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or equivalent. Research proposal Your application should include a research proposal up to 1,000 words (excluding references/appendices) which follows the structure outlined in the research proposal guide. MSc by Research/PhD diversity applications standard We strongly encourage applications from students from a range of diverse bac

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,350 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

International applicants: GBP 13,425 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028

Duration: PhD: 4 years full-time; PhD: 6 years part-time; MSc by Research: 2 years full-time; MSc by Research:

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