MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science

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University of Wolverhampton, School of Sport, Performing Arts and Leisure

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• Objectives
  The course focuses sharply on practical application of scientific principles, and on giving you the knowledge, skills and experience to continue your professional development or to launch you on a successful career in this challenging environment
  
  It develops your applied research skills through the work you undertake with clients, whether they are competitive or recreational athletes, sports organisations. or fellow students
  
  You receive an in-depth understanding of sport and exercise science theories and gain the ability to apply and communicate that knowledge to both elite and recreational athletes, whilst adding value to your first degree by developing your critical awareness of sport and exercise
  
  The curriculum has been designed to allow you to specialise in either exercise physiology or psychology
  
  Enjoy working with top-class sporting facilities, excellent laboratory resources and reputable staff
• Entry requirements
  You should have a good Honours degree or equivalent, preferably in a relevant subject
  
  Students with a 2:2 or lower, or experience rather than formal qualifications, can study for a Diploma. Successful completion can lead to transfer to the MSc
  
  Graduates from other disciplines (eg. applied health, physiotherapy) may still be eligible for entry
  
  You should have a good standard of written and spoken English (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
  
  Alternatively, you should be currently employed within the health and fitness, educational or health sector
  
  If you are currently employed we request a statement of support from your employer
• Academic title
  MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science
• Course description
  Future prospects
  
  Those seeking a career in sport and exercise science will be expected to study for a Masters degree and engage in BASES accreditation (up to three years supervised experience)
  
  Once qualified there is a range of positions available. These include: working for the Institute of Sport in supporting elite athletes; working for individual National Governing Bodies (NGBs) on world class performance/potential/start programmes; working with professional clubs (eg. professional football); working with corporations/businesses; working with individuals (usually elite athletes/clubs); lecturing on degree/HND programmes; or conducting research
  
  Job positions include: exercise physiologist, bio mechanist, psychologist, fitness advisor, strength and conditioning coach or nutritionist
  
  The course provides you with opportunities to develop practical skills and theoretical knowledge relevant to personal and professional advancement
  
  
  Typical modules may include
  
  -Application in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
  
  -Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise
  
  -Exercise Physiology
  
  -Exercise Testing
  
  -Independent Study in Sport and Exercise Science
  
  -Interdisciplinary Approaches to Sport Science Support
  
  -Issues in Exercise Psychology
  
  -Laboratory Experiences in Physiology and Biomechanics
  
  -Research Techniques in Data Analysis in Sport and Exercise
  
  -Social Psychology for Sport and Exercise
  
  -Strength and Conditioning
  
  -Theories in Sport and Exercise Psychology
  

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