MSc Applied Exercise and Health Science

The MSc Applied Exercise and Health Science course at Canterbury Christ Church University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of exercise and health science. The course covers a wide range of topics, including exercise physiology, nutrition, psychology, and public health. Students will gain practical experience through laboratory sessions, workshops, and fieldwork, as well as opportunities to engage in research projects and dissertation studies. This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in exercise science, sports medicine, or health promotion.

Additional Information

The MSc Applied Exercise and Health Science course is accredited by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES), which means that graduates will be well-prepared to pursue careers in research, policy development, or clinical practice. The course also offers opportunities for students to engage in international fieldwork placements, providing valuable experience working in diverse cultural contexts.

Discover the Picturesque Beauty of Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is an ideal location for studying exercise and health science due to its proximity to the coast and picturesque countryside. The campus offers state-of-the-art facilities, including a sports science laboratory, fitness suite, and outdoor recreation spaces. Students will also benefit from the expertise of experienced lecturers who are actively involved in research and practice within their fields.

Our MSc Applied Exercise and Health Science is set in the context of the current health climate, where there is an emphasis on the need to develop quality health services for all ages across the health and social sector.

Throughout the course, you will be supported by our enthusiastic and highly qualified academics who perform regular clinical investigations within the National Health Service and bring this experience into the teaching. Guest lectures take place from experts such as clinical physiotherapists, cardiac rehabilitators, and public health project developers.

You will have access to new state-of-the-art specialist sport and exercise laboratories where you can carry out assessments such as an electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiography, vascular sonography, cardiopulmonary exercise testing, and autonomic function testing.

This course is for those that wish to enhance both academic knowledge and advance their practical skills in the field of Exercise and Health.

Our standard offer for accepting students into this program is an undergraduate degree of 2.2 or above. Applicants from a range of undergraduate subjects (health, science, sport, and exercise) will be considered.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.