Professional Doctorate in Sport and Exercise (DSaE) at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

The Professional Doctorate has been designed for sport and exercise professionals who are interested in engaging with major projects within or beyond their organisation. You’ll be able to lead and respond innovatively to the rapidly changing sports, physical activity and wellbeing environment.

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

What you will study

The DSE is typically 4-6 years and wholly delivered online. It’s a structured route to doctoral level achievement, delivered in two phases.

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

Doctorate standard A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic 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.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,225 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

International applicants: GBP 4,225 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: 6 years part-time

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