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University of Glasgow: Sport and Exercise Science and Medicine (Online Distance Learning)
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health |
| Web | glasgow.ac.uk |
| mvls-sesmodl@glasgow.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 330 4515 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
This online taught MSc in Sports Science aims to provide you with an advanced, research-led programme of study in Sport & Exercise Science & Medicine. A key strength of this programme is its flexibility, enabling you to specialise in physical activity and health, sports performance, or sports medicine.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
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This is the only MSc in Sports Science in Scotland that merges Sport & Exercise Medicine and Sport & Exercise Science within a single degree programme, providing a broad range of options across these disciplines.
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You will benefit from access to the expertise of staff at the National Stadium Sports Health & Injury Clinic at Hampden Park, a custom-built, state-of-the-art sports medicine facility.
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Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
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Develop and enhance your skills in: Application of knowledge to novel concepts and situations; Data handling and statistics; Experimental design; Interpretation and evaluation of experimental data; Literature searching and critically evaluating relevant scientific evidence; Oral presentations; Research methods and ethic; Scientific writing; and Group working
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You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities to study performance and health aspects of Sport & Exercise Science, from the whole body to the molecular level. These include advanced exercise laboratories, metabolic investigation suites and a molecular biochemistry lab.
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You will have the chance to network with a number of regional/national sporting bodies and a number of professional sporting clubs. There may be opportunities for internships (in place of a research project) for some students and we work closely with the University of Glasgow Sport to provide additional opportunities to gain real world experience where possible.
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As well as our expert core staff, we engaged guest lectures who work in sport and exercise science and medicine in practice to provide interactive sessions in their specialist fields.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The course will involve online lectures, seminars and tutorials. During a residential week at the end of year 1 you will take part in lab classes and other interactive sessions with the teaching team (not compulsory). You will also take part in journal clubs, presentations and self-directed learning.
The programme is made up of 180 credits over the 3 years for the full MSc (60 credits per year). Each credit is around 10hrs of study which includes lectures, reading, tasks and other learning activities.
In year one, for each semester you have one core course (research methods and stats) and the option of one elective course from that semester. In year two, you will choose one elective course in semester 1 and two in semester 2. Year three you will be working on your major project.
Visit the course page on our website for more information on course content.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Sport and Exercise Sciences, Physiotherapy, Medicine, Life Sciences or Rehabilitation Therapy. We may also accept degrees in other Health Professions, Psychology and Physical Education at 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent). International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
The aim of this online taught MSc in Sports Science is to provide you with an advanced, research-led programme of study in Sport & Exercise Science & Medicine. A key strength of this programme is its flexibility, enabling you to specialise in physical activity and health, sports performance, or sports medicine.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
Accredited by Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic & experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
-
This is the only MSc in Sports Science in Scotland that merges Sport & Exercise Medicine Sport & Exercise Science within a single degree programme, providing a broad range of options across these disciplines.
-
Benefit from access to the expertise of staff at the National Stadium Sports Health & Injury Clinic at Hampden Park, a custom-built, state-of-the-art sports medicine facility.
-
You will develop and enhance your skills in: searching and critically evaluating relevant scientific evidence; application of knowledge to novel concepts and situations; experimental design; research methods and ethics; data handling and statistics; interpretation and evaluation of experimental data; scientific writing; and oral presentations.
-
You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities to study performance and health aspects of Sport & Exercise Science, from the whole body to the molecular level. These include advanced exercise laboratories, metabolic investigation suites and a molecular biochemistry lab. We are the best equipped exercise science group for laboratory facilities in Scotland, making the University of Glasgow the perfect place to study an MSc in Sports Science.
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You will have the chance to network with a number of regional/national sporting bodies and a number of professional sporting clubs. There may be opportunities for internships (in place of a research project) for some students.
-
Guest lecture staff provide interactive sessions in their specialist fields.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The course will involve online lectures, seminars and tutorials and during a residential week at the end of year 1 you will take part in lab classes. You will also take part in journal clubs, presentations and self-directed learning.
The programme is made up of 60 compulsory credits and 3 x 20 credit options (X, Y and Z) plus a research project (60 credits).
Core Courses EVIDENCE-BASED RESEARCH IN MEDICINE (20 credits) MEDICAL STATISTICS (10 credits) PHYSIOLOGICAL & EXERCISE TESTING - AEROBIC FITNESS AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY (10 credits) PHYSIOLOGICAL & EXERCISE TESTING - STRENGTH, POWER AND INTENSITY DOMAINS (10 credits) HUMAN PHYSIOLOGICAL & METABOLIC ASSESSMENT (10 credits)
Optional Courses Choose one X option, one Y option and one Z option:
Option Courses: X EXERCISE IN CLINICAL POPULATIONS The World Class Athlete SPORT AND EXERCISE MEDICINE IN PRACTICE
Option Courses: Y PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND HEALTH: BIOLOGICAL MECHANISMS SPORTS INJURIES FOR DOCTORS & PHYSIOTHERAPISTS SPORTS INJURIES: SCIENTIFIC BASIS OF PREVENTION AND REHABILITATION
Option courses: Z PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND HEALTH: PUBLIC HEALTH, POLICY AND BEHAVIOURAL CHANGE ERGOGENIC AIDS FOR EXERCISE PERFORMANCE
MSC SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE & MEDICINE - DISSERTATION
Why study online?
Flexible learning can be done at any time to fit in with other commitments. Speak to us about flexible learning options. Most communication is via discussion boards or Microsoft Teams so you can reply at a time that suits you, fitting in with time zones and work commitments. We record live sessions in case you can’t make it. Your learning can be accessed on your computer, laptop, tablet or phone via the internet. Find out more about the remote resources available at Glasgow Anywhere. We provide software to assist you, such as Office 365. Your MVLS Digital Education Team provides support
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A degree in the sport and exercise sciences, physiotherapy, medicine, other relevant biological/biomedical sciences, or other health professions/health-related areas (at least a 2.2 Honours Degree or equivalent). |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
This online taught MSc in Sports Science aims to provide you with an advanced, research-led programme of study in Sport & Exercise Science & Medicine. A key strength of this programme is its flexibility, enabling you to specialise in physical activity and health, sports performance, or sports medicine.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
This is the only MSc in Sports Science in Scotland that merges Sport & Exercise Medicine and Sport & Exercise Science within a single degree programme, providing a broad range of options across these disciplines.
-
You will benefit from access to the expertise of staff at the National Stadium Sports Health & Injury Clinic at Hampden Park, a custom-built, state-of-the-art sports medicine facility.
-
Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
-
Develop and enhance your skills in: Application of knowledge to novel concepts and situations; Data handling and statistics; Experimental design; Interpretation and evaluation of experimental data; Literature searching and critically evaluating relevant scientific evidence; Oral presentations; Research methods and ethic; Scientific writing; and Group working
-
You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities to study performance and health aspects of Sport & Exercise Science, from the whole body to the molecular level. These include advanced exercise laboratories, metabolic investigation suites and a molecular biochemistry lab.
-
You will have the chance to network with a number of regional/national sporting bodies and a number of professional sporting clubs. There may be opportunities for internships (in place of a research project) for some students and we work closely with the University of Glasgow Sport to provide additional opportunities to gain real world experience where possible.
-
As well as our expert core staff, we engaged guest lectures who work in sport and exercise science and medicine in practice to provide interactive sessions in their specialist fields.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The course will involve online lectures, seminars and tutorials. During a residential week at the end of year 1 you will take part in lab classes and other interactive sessions with the teaching team (not compulsory). You will also take part in journal clubs, presentations and self-directed learning.
The programme is made up of 180 credits over the 3 years for the full MSc (60 credits per year). Each credit is around 10hrs of study which includes lectures, reading, tasks and other learning activities.
In year one, for each semester you have one core course (research methods and stats) and the option of one elective course from that semester. In year two, you will choose one elective course in semester 1 and two in semester 2. Year three you will be working on your major project.
Visit the course page on our website for more information on course content.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Sport and Exercise Sciences, Physiotherapy, Medicine, Life Sciences or Rehabilitation Therapy. We may also accept degrees in other Health Professions, Psychology and Physical Education at 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent). International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
This online taught MSc in Sports Science aims to provide you with an advanced, research-led programme of study in Sport & Exercise Science & Medicine. A key strength of this programme is its flexibility, enabling you to specialise in physical activity and health, sports performance, or sports medicine.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
This is the only MSc in Sports Science in Scotland that merges Sport & Exercise Medicine and Sport & Exercise Science within a single degree programme, providing a broad range of options across these disciplines.
-
You will benefit from access to the expertise of staff at the National Stadium Sports Health & Injury Clinic at Hampden Park, a custom-built, state-of-the-art sports medicine facility.
-
Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
-
Develop and enhance your skills in: Application of knowledge to novel concepts and situations; Data handling and statistics; Experimental design; Interpretation and evaluation of experimental data; Literature searching and critically evaluating relevant scientific evidence; Oral presentations; Research methods and ethic; Scientific writing; and Group working
-
You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities to study performance and health aspects of Sport & Exercise Science, from the whole body to the molecular level. These include advanced exercise laboratories, metabolic investigation suites and a molecular biochemistry lab.
-
You will have the chance to network with a number of regional/national sporting bodies and a number of professional sporting clubs. There may be opportunities for internships (in place of a research project) for some students and we work closely with the University of Glasgow Sport to provide additional opportunities to gain real world experience where possible.
-
As well as our expert core staff, we engaged guest lectures who work in sport and exercise science and medicine in practice to provide interactive sessions in their specialist fields.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The course will involve online lectures, seminars and tutorials. During a residential week at the end of year 1 you will take part in lab classes and other interactive sessions with the teaching team (not compulsory). You will also take part in journal clubs, presentations and self-directed learning.
The programme is made up of 180 credits over the 3 years for the full MSc (60 credits per year). Each credit is around 10hrs of study which includes lectures, reading, tasks and other learning activities.
In year one, for each semester you have one core course (research methods and stats) and the option of one elective course from that semester. In year two, you will choose one elective course in semester 1 and two in semester 2. Year three you will be working on your major project.
Visit the course page on our website for more information on course content.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Sport and Exercise Sciences, Physiotherapy, Medicine, Life Sciences or Rehabilitation Therapy. We may also accept degrees in other Health Professions, Psychology and Physical Education at 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent). International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
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