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The University of Edinburgh: Sport, Physical Education and Health Sciences
| Institution | The University of Edinburgh View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Moray House School of Education and Sport |
| Web | https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying |
| Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
**Why Edinburgh**
The University of Edinburgh is ranked first in Scotland for research power in Education and Sport (Times Higher Education, REF 2021) and we offer the largest concentration of researchers in education in a Scottish university, meaning you will be supported by and collaborate with leaders in the field.
Our research activities cover a wide range of aspects relating to sport, physical education and health sciences.
**Topics**
Moray House School of Education and Sport staff provide supervision on a wide range of topics within the fields of:
- physical education
- sport management
- sports science
- social and cultural significance of sport
- health sciences
Many opportunities also exist for interdisciplinary research.
**Research Thematic Hubs**
With over 250 research staff and students, we have a vibrant and expanding research community with a broad portfolio of academic disciplines gathered within seven broad research themes with permeable boundaries. These thematic hubs are:
- Advanced Quantitative Research in Education
- Children and Young People
- Digital Education
- Language Education
- Social Justice and Inclusion
- Sport-Related Sciences
- The Teacher, Curriculum and Pedagogy
**Research community**
As a postgraduate research student you will join a vibrant Graduate School community with over 150 research students. There are also several opportunities for optional training and development throughout your studies.
Research students are encouraged to attend and actively engage with the activities of School research thematic hubs, which include seminars, meetings and workshops.
In addition, several academic and social events for research students take place throughout the year. We organise an annual series of around 25 trainings, talks and seminar events, as well as the student-led ‘Interweaving’ conference for research students and staff.
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
Summary
**Why Edinburgh**
The University of Edinburgh is ranked first in Scotland for research power in Education and Sport (Times Higher Education, REF 2021) and we offer the largest concentration of researchers in education in a Scottish university, meaning you will be supported by and collaborate with leaders in the field.
Our research activities cover a wide range of aspects relating to sport, physical education and health sciences.
**Topics**
Moray House School of Education and Sport staff provide supervision on a wide range of topics within the fields of:
- physical education
- sport management
- sports science
- social and cultural significance of sport
- health sciences
Many opportunities also exist for interdisciplinary research.
**Research Thematic Hubs**
With over 250 research staff and students, we have a vibrant and expanding research community with a broad portfolio of academic disciplines gathered within seven broad research themes with permeable boundaries. These thematic hubs are:
- Advanced Quantitative Research in Education
- Children and Young People
- Digital Education
- Language Education
- Social Justice and Inclusion
- Sport-Related Sciences
- The Teacher, Curriculum and Pedagogy
**Research community**
As a postgraduate research student you will join a vibrant Graduate School community with over 150 research students. There are also several opportunities for optional training and development throughout your studies.
Research students are encouraged to attend and actively engage with the activities of School research thematic hubs, which include seminars, meetings and workshops.
In addition, several academic and social events for research students take place throughout the year. We organise an annual series of around 25 trainings, talks and seminar events, as well as the student-led ‘Interweaving’ conference for research students and staff.
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
MSc (Res)
Summary
The MSc by Research can be taken one year full-time or two years part-time. This pure research degree consists of a sustained piece of research culminating in either a dissertation of 30,000 words or a portfolio of smaller projects.
**Application**
You are encouraged to contact a potential supervisor to discuss your research project before making a formal application.
You may start your studies with us either on the 1st October or the 10th January of a year.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
Edinburgh. Extraordinary futures await.
The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50, and placed 22nd in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.
Our position as one of Britain’s leading research universities was reaffirmed by the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, ranked 4th in the UK for research power (Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions), with 90% of our research activity classified as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
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