MScClinical Exercise Physiology
| Study location | United Kingdom, Newcastle City Campus |
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| Type | Master courses, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 1 year |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | MSc |
| Tuition fee | £13,000 per year |
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| Entry qualification | Undergraduate diploma (or higher) A first degree, normally in the Upper Second class category in: sport science, physical education, physiotherapy or other related field The entry qualification documents are accepted in any language |
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| Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each band) |
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| Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. |
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Overview
With a focus on the epidemiology and pathology of chronic diseases, the full-time MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology course will develop your understanding of the physiological and psychological factors associated with disease, and the role of exercise as a medicine in the prevention, treatment and management of conditions.
On completion of this course you will possess the necessary knowledge and skills to assess an individual’s physical status and quality of life to provide a bespoke solution to enhance their daily living.
Northumbria University is the only provider of this postgraduate physiology degree in the North East and boasts excellent links with key organisations to further support your development and knowledge.
Throughout the duration of your studies you will be based in our state-of-the-art, British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) approved facilities, allowing you to learn in a high quality and dynamic environment.
Career opportunities
On graduation you can look forward to working within a number of health organisations such as the NHS, private hospitals or other health providers.
The roles that can be performed by you as a clinical exercise physician are varied and include cardiac rehabilitation, respiratory disorder rehabilitation, health screening and intervention, obesity management and exercise therapy for special populations.
A high percentage of students also progress onto further study or doctoral-level qualifications. The skills acquired during this course will ensure you are well prepared should you decide to progress down this route.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.