This full-time course will focus on the epidemiology and pathology of chronic diseases. You will learn an understanding of the physiological and psychological factors associated with the disease. You will also gain insight into how the prevention, treatment, and maintenance of various health conditions can be managed by the application of clinical exercise. As a master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, you will put your skills into practice by working in a clinical setting and getting to grips with patient interaction from the start. Our physiology lab, teaching lab, and biomechanics lab will equip you with a full range of skills in physiology, in high demand by employers. The clinics will teach you how to work with patients and make a diagnosis, as well as know which kind of exercise is geared towards which patient demographic. On completion of this course, you will possess the necessary knowledge and skills to assess an individuals physical status and quality of life to provide a bespoke solution to enhance their daily living. You will begin training as an exercise physiologist from the outset of the academic year, to ensure that you graduate prepared and confident for the world of work.
A minimum of a 2:2 honors degree in a related subject area such as sports science, physical education, or physiotherapy. Or, an honors degree in another discipline which includes anatomy and physiology. Work experience in a relevant field and/or a professional qualification may also be considered.
20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.
International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 6 in each component (or approved equivalent*).
Psychology
City Campus, Northumbria University
Postgraduate
Full-Time, 1 year
September
6.5
9960,
19000, (INT)
Birmingham, Bristol, Guildford, Leeds, London
6.5
Postgraduate
19500
Middle Sex
5.5
Postgraduate
£4,500, £24,000
Edinburgh, Scotland
7.0
Postgraduate
28200