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Manchester Metropolitan University: Sport and Exercise Science

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

Summary

Sport and exercise play a powerful role in shaping healthier lives – from improving physical and mental wellbeing to enhancing elite performance and supporting rehabilitation. This MSc Sport and Exercise Science course gives you the advanced scientific knowledge to make a real impact in these areas.

You’ll explore how the body responds to sport and exercise across key systems like metabolism, biomechanics, cardiovascular function and responses to trauma. With a wide range of optional modules, you can tailor your learning to suit your career ambitions – whether that’s working with athletes, clinical populations, or driving public health initiatives.

You’ll also gain hands-on experience through a work placement module, which could see you shadowing a senior researcher, supporting a hospital clinician, or working with coaches at a professional sports club.

Whichever path you take, this course equips you with the research, analytical and practical skills to thrive in the ever-evolving field of sport and exercise science.

Features and Benefits

  • 6th in the UK for sport research power: From injury prevention to healthy ageing, you’ll learn alongside world-leading researchers and experienced practitioners whose work is transforming sport and healthcare (REF 2021).

  • Tailored to you: You’ll have the freedom to study an area of specialism aligned with your own interests and career aspirations, diving deeper into physiology, biomechanics or psychology.

  • World-class learning environment: Progress in the modern workplace with hands-on experience using specialist facilities in our Institute of Sport – from 3T MRI and 3D motion analysis to an environmental chamber.

  • Stand out with professional experience: Graduate with the experience employers value most. Hone your practical skills, connect with industry and put theory into practice on a work placement.

  • Research that matters: Develop advanced research skills, apply theory in real-world settings, and lead your own project to create meaningful impact in an area you care about.

  • A global sports city: Home to elite teams, grassroot clubs and top sports organisations, you’ll join Manchester’s vibrant sporting community and grow your professional network.

MSc

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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