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Manchester Metropolitan University: MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology

Institution Manchester Metropolitan University View institution profile
Department Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences
Web www.mmu.ac.uk/international
Study type Taught

Summary

There's never been a more exciting time to study an MSc in Clinical Exercise Physiology. A fast-growing and essential specialism around the world, Clinical Exercise Physiologists (CEPs) are experts in exercise testing and assessment. They design, deliver and evaluate evidence-based exercise interventions in patients with long-term conditions such as cardiovascular disease, cancer and respiratory disease.

With longer life expectancy comes greater chance of being diagnosed with a long-term health condition. Therefore, as the UK’s population ages, the NHS has needed to set out a clear strategy to improve health and support for individuals at risk of, or those already diagnosed with, long-term disease. There is now greater need for CEPs who are skilled to work within care teams across multiple chronic disease populations where exercise interventions demonstrate a reduced risk of disease, improve quality of life and minimise healthcare costs.

Our Academy for Healthcare Sciences (AHCS) accredited course will prepare you for those roles. You’ll graduate as a well-rounded clinician, having gained critical thinking skills, expert knowledge and extensive practical experience in key physiology tests. This includes cardiopulmonary exercise testing, ultrasound assessment of cardiovascular function and advanced imaging.

You’ll learn all this from experts in the field; registered clinical exercise physiologists, consultant cardiologists/oncologists and surgeons, as well as experienced professionals from the world of psychology and nutrition. Many of our teaching staff have worked in the clinical sector, ensuring your learning is influenced by real-world experience. At the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games, our academics played a key role in supporting Team GB, contributing to 32 Paralympic and 12 Olympic medals across swimming, cycling, triathlon, taekwondo, and rowing. Together with well-established links and contacts throughout the health care sector, you’ll leave us career ready.

Features and Benefits - World-class sporting facilities – 100% of our research environment in Sport and Exercise Science is rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021). This is thanks to huge investment into the Institute of Sport – our Manchester-based hub for all things sport. You’ll learn in specialist facilities for clinical exercise physiology, using cardiopulmonary exercise testing equipment with 12-lead ECG, ultrasound machines, a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) and 3 Tesla MRI scanners for advanced imaging.

  • Achieve accreditation – This course is accredited by the Academy for Healthcare Sciences (AHCS), meaning students who pass all course components and clinical competencies can register as a clinical exercise physiologist with the AHCS.

  • Gain invaluable professional experience – On a clinical placement, you’ll learn by doing. By putting theory into practice, you’ll graduate fully equipped to launch a successful career – with experience and industry connections to back you.

  • Learn alongside world-leading researchers – We're 6th in the UK for the power of our research in Sport and Exercise Science. Plus, 95% of our research outputs in Sport and Exercise Science are rated world-leading or internationally excellent. (REF 2021). You’ll not only be taught by our team of expert academics who conduct transformational research in a range of disciplines, but also highly experienced, registered clinical exercise physiologists and NHS clinicians. This will give you the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in the modern sport industry.

  • Join a thriving sporting community – Studying in the heart of a city that lives and breathes sport offers you unrivalled access to a diverse community; giving you the springboard needed to launch your career.

  • Benefit from small class sizes – We cap student numbers at 25, ensuring we get to know you as an individual and tailor our mentorship to your personal development.

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Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a historic and internationally recognised institution that dates back to 1824, known for the quality of its teaching and world leading research. The University has been named Modern University of the Year (The Times Good University Guide 2026).

Manchester is an exciting and vibrant city known worldwide for its music, sport, culture and creativity. Living and studying here means being part of a global city that opens doors to opportunity. 

Manchester is home to a diverse community of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries. International students are offered comprehensive …

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