Overview

The M.Phil. in Sport, Health and Exercise Science at University of Portsmouth is enhancing human performance and health, helping elite athletes win Olympic medals, developing safety guidelines for sporting bodies, improving the quality of life of individuals with chronic disease, helping global brands develop more supportive sports bras, and protecting employees required to work in extreme conditions. The research directly benefits athletes, patients and workers across various sporting groups, clinical conditions, industries and organisations.

Career and opportunities

Once you complete your postgraduate research degree, you'll be a highly-skilled researcher with the knowledge and skills to make an impact in many different industries.

Your postgraduate research qualification demonstrates to potential employers that you're an intelligent, capable and motivated person, with provable abilities and experience in critical thinking, problem-solving, project management, communication, leadership and creativity.

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Programme Structure

Sport & Exercise Science PhDs and MPhils

Explore our pre-approved funded and self-funded PhD projects in Sport and Exercise Science, or submit your own research idea.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-04-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-02-01 00:00:00

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We accept applications all year round, but we suggest applying 2–3 months before your chosen start date – so for a February start, you should apply in the preceding November, for an April start, you should apply in the preceding January and for an October start, you should apply by May or June. If you can't apply that far in advance, don't worry – we'll do our best to process later applications too.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

91

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science View 335 other Masters in Sport and Exercise Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a master’s degree in an appropriate subject. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications may be considered.

All applicants are subject to interview.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

17200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17200 GBP per year during 24 months.
National

4786 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 24 months.

EU full-time tuition fee: £4,786 per year (including Transition Scholarship)

Part-time fees/year:

UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man students: £4,786
EU students: £4,786 (including Transition Scholarship)
International students: £8,600

Living costs for Portsmouth

710 - 1099 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Sport, Health and Exercise Science.

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