MSc Sport and Exercise Medicine at University of Leeds

Programme overview

This MSc develops the skills to assess and manage musculoskeletal injuries in patients and athletes, for doctors, physiotherapists, sports therapists and allied health professionals. It is also available as an intercalated option for medical students.

Faculty: Faculty of Biological Sciences | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Functional Sports Anatomy and Clinical Assessment, Musculoskeletal Medicine and Sport Injuries, The Sport and Exercise Medicine Practitioner I and II, Exercise Physiology, Health and Sports Nutrition, Clinical Exercise Prescription and a 60-credit Project Work and Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates progress into roles in the NHS, private clinics and professional sports organisations, and some proceed to PhD research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a 2:1 (Hons) degree or international equivalent in a related discipline; currently degrees in medicine, physiotherapy, sports therapy and sports rehabilitation/training are accepted. Professional registration with the GMC, HCPC, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers is expected; applicants without UK registration need at least one year of relevant post-graduation clinical experience. Intercalating medical students (three years of a UK medical degree completed) must show relevant experience and interest in SEM. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component. Competitive programme; UK residents have no formal deadline but early application is advised.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,300 for the whole programme (2027/28). Total course fee for 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 33,900 for the whole programme (2027/28). Total course fee for 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time / 24 months part-time

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