MSc Sport and Exercise Sciences at University of Sunderland

Take your skills to the next level with the MSc Sport and Exercise Sciences course. This degree is perfect if you want to build on your undergraduate knowledge and skills and apply it in the lab, classroom, or real-world settings. Recent graduates now work in the fitness industry, sports development, the NHS, local authorities, and Further Education.

Department: Sport and Exercise Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: October 2026  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Whether you’re aiming to support elite athletes reach optimum performance or improve public health through exercise referrals and community programmes, you’ll gain expertise in both areas. You’ll develop strong skills in data visualisation and interpretation, explore advanced sport and exercise science, and tackle current issues in sport.

Career pathways

We encourage you to undertake real-world internships with sports clubs and external clients to enhance your experience – this also complements the rigorous research elements of the degree. You’ll build a professional portfolio with employer feedback, giving you a real edge in the job market.

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