MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Performance

The MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Performance at the University of Portsmouth is designed to equip graduates with the skills to win and perform at a professional level in both sporting and professional environments. The students will develop applied monitoring and testing techniques, practical skills and research expertise. Students will also learn about scientific concepts for improving performance and how to integrate common issues like inclusion and ethical practice as part of their skill set.

The learning modules include applied sports physiology, current concepts in sport and exercise performance, humans in extreme environments, MSc research development and practice and technology and performance in sport and exercise. Students will learn to assess and use innovations and technology to enhance human performance and understand how environmental factors affect work and sports performance.

In this programme, students will spend more time in independent study, research, and the majority of the teaching time is in-person and face-to-face. Students are assessed through practical assessments, client reports, posters and presentations, and projects. During studies, students can choose to work toward British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) accreditation as a sport and exercise scientist.

The University of Portsmouth (UoP) is located in Portsmouth, England. It was established in 1870 and has been providing quality education. In 2022, UoP ranked as the 25th-largest higher education institution by student enrolments in the United Kingdom, with around 28,280 students enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The university has modern facilities such as labs and testing facilities, teaching and learning spaces, sport and fitness facilities, study resources and the Ravelin Sports Centre. UoP offers a conducive learning environment and adequate student support to ensure academic success.

The university has five faculties and offers programmes in several academic disciplines at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These programmes are offered in fields such as engineering, business, medicine and the arts.

Applicants are to submit a personal statement explaining their interest in the course, and extensive experience, together with evidence of scholarly ability, is required. Applicants can also upload a CV to show any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants typically should hold a minimum of a second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Applicants who hold a non-related degree will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

English Proficiency:

• Non-English speaking applicants need a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.
• Alternative English proficiency tests, such as PTE or TOEFL, are accepted.

The tuition fee for this programme is £17,200 per year for international students. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.

The University of Portsmouth awards several scholarships to international students. Some of these include the Chancellor’s Global Academic Merit Scholarship, which offers a £5,000 reduction in fees and the Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship, which offers a £2,500 fee reduction applied to the first year of study. These scholarships are awarded by the university when students meet the eligibility requirements.

Graduates of this MSc programme may pursue job roles such as:

• Sports Physiologist
• Performance Analyst
• Fitness and Health Manager
• Scientific or Research Assistant in sports science settings
• Wellbeing/Performance Coach

Interested applicants can apply for the course through the university’s official website. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.