Bangor University

PhD Sport and Exercise Sciences

Bangor University

Course overview

This PhD Sport and Exercise Science programme is an opportunity for students who want to be part of the growing Sport, Exercise and Adventure industries or research communities. It is for students who have a strong drive and passion for research. Students will be working with elite athletes to help improve their performance and be involved in developing knowledge of how science can be applied to sport and physical exercise to improve coaching or teaching ability. 

Through this program, students could help develop the world’s understanding of exercise as a medicine for people with health problems and promote the benefits of physical activity and exercise. Studying a PhD in this area will allow students to explore career opportunities such as sport and exercise psychology or working in rehabilitation. A PhD will get them several rungs further up the job ladder and will increase their earning potential.

Entry requirements

A candidate may be considered for acceptance provided that they have relevant work experience, strong references and a personal statement. Usually, under such circumstances, the candidate would be invited for an interview.

Grade Requirements

 

Successful completion of a First Class Honours or Master's degree, or equivalent, in a related discipline. Candidates with an Upper Second Class honours degree, or equivalent, may be accepted if they can present evidence of their ability to study at this level.

English Language Requirements 

This course requires an IELTS score of  6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 in each skill from applicants who do not have English as their first language.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Scholarship

    £1,000 in addition to any other international scholarship awarded by Bangor University, UK (excluding the Vice-Chancellor scholarship), awarded for each year of study.

    Up to £1,000

  • Deans Scholarship

    Undergraduate: £6,000 (per year of study); Postgraduate: £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research

    20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Heads of School Scholarship

    10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Inclusive Bangor Scholarships

    Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.

  • International Scholarships

    Undergraduate: £4,000 minimum (per year of study); Postgraduate: £6,000.

  • Refugee Scholarship

  • Start-Up Bursaries

    Start Up Bursaries of £1,000 are available to those students (aged under 25) entering the University from care.

    Up to £1,000

  • Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships

    50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Vice-Chancellor Scholarship

    Undergraduate & Postgraduate Taught - £10,000

    Up to £10,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of this PhD Sport and Exercise Science programme are prepared for a variety of roles including:

  • Fitness Trainer 
  • Physiotherapist
  • Exercise Physiologist
  • Sports Coach 
  • Personal Trainer 
  • Sports Nutritionist 

Cost of study

The 2026 tuition fee for the PhD Sport and Exercise Sciences programme for international students is £21,000 per year. The fee is subject to annual change.

Admission

To apply for the course, applicants can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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