Integrated Master in Science: Sports and Exercise Science
University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
This four-year Integrated Master's in Science (MSci) programme is designed for individuals seeking an advanced qualification in Sports and Exercise Science. Students examine how athletes can improve performance and how health can be enhanced across communities, drawing on principles from physiology, psychology, biomechanics, and nutrition. The course covers the key knowledge areas of the undergraduate degree while introducing advanced topics and research specialisation at the master's level.
Learning involves a combination of lectures, seminars, and extensive practical work using cutting-edge research equipment and facilities, such as the Human Performance Unit. Assessment is continuous and includes written assignments, practical examinations, presentations, and a substantial individual research project in the final year. The course prepares graduates for professional careers in sport, health, and education, or progression to doctoral research.
Entry requirements
- GCSE: C/4 — to include Mathematics
- A-level: ABB-BBB — or 128 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels and a minimum grade B in a science subject or Mathematics
- BTEC: DDM — or 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels
- International Baccalaureate: 30-32 — to include in the IB Diploma or 128 - 120 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of 2 Higher Level subjects including 5 in a Higher level sci
Scholarships
Essex Preparation Programme Bursary
£250 cash bursary.
Up to £250Hong Kong Undergraduate Scholarship
The awards offered are a discount of £5,000 per year for a maximum of three years of full-time undergraduate study, up to a maximum of £15,000.
Up to £15,000International Baccalaureate Excellence Scholarship
If you're starting at Essex in 2026-27 and achieve academic excellence in your International Baccalaureate, we will offer you a scholarship of £2,000 for your first year of study.
Up to £2,000Performance Sports Scholarships and Bursaries
Tier 1 - Tuition fee discount up to 100%, Tier 2 - Cash bursary (of varying amounts), Tier 3 - Access to the above performance package benefits, with a value of up to £1,500.
The Always Essex Staff Discount Scholarship
33% discount of the first-year tuition fee (first two years for part-time study).
The International Undergraduate Scholarship
The award is offered as a £5,000 discount on your tuition fees for the first year of study in 2026-27 only.
Up to £5,000The Undergraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship
You may be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £5,000, for each year of study at Essex up to a maximum of 3 years.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Sports scientist
- Exercise physiologist
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Sports performance analyst
- Biomechanist
- Clinical exercise physiologist
Career opportunities
After completing the Master in Science: Sports and Exercise Science from the University of Essex, students can work as:
- Coaches and Performance Analysts
- Sports Management professional
- Health Care professional
- Academic Researcher
- Senior Fitness Instructor
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the Integrated Master in Science: Sports and Exercise Science at the University of Essex is £22,600. This is subject to change yearly.
Admission
Candidates should submit their applications through the UCAS system. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.
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