MSc Sports Medicine
Course overview
The Sports Medicine MSc at the University of Chester is a comprehensive programme designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge they need to excel in the evolving field of sports medicine. The MSc in Sports Medicine offers a rigorous and applied learning experience tailored for professionals and graduates aiming to specialise in sports medicine.
The Sports Medicine MSc at the University of Chester is designed for physical therapists, physiotherapists, sports therapists, rehab specialists, sports scientists, aspiring sports physicians, and other multidisciplinary team members. This course provides the skills and insights required to thrive in a rapidly evolving field.
Through the core modules, students will develop critical expertise in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and sports health, while gaining the foundational competencies needed for accreditation opportunities.
Entry requirements
Applicants with suitable work experience, background knowledge, or relevant skills will also be considered. International applicants must satisfy both the English language entry requirement and the academic entry requirement in order to be eligible to study.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants need a first degree (minimum requirement of a lower second-class honours classification) in sport or exercise sciences, exercise physiology, sports rehabilitation, sports therapy, physiotherapy or physical therapy.
English Language Requirements:
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate that they have an appropriate level of English language to be eligible to study by meeting one of the following requirements:
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IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall score with a minimum 5.5 in each sub-skill
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PTE Academic: 6.5 overall score with a minimum 59 in each sub-skill
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International Baccalaureate (A or B Higher)
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TOEFL iBT; Overall score: 91 with minimum Listening: 19, Reading: 20, Speaking: 21, Writing: 20.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
International Alumni Scholarship
Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Sports Medicine MSc from the University of Chester can secure diverse roles in the following fields:
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Physiotherapy
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Sport or Exercise Sciences
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Exercise Physiology
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Sports Rehabilitation
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Sports Therapy
Cost of study
The 2026 tuition fee for the Sports Medicine MSc at the University of Chester is £15,500 per year for international students. Fees are subject to annual increase.
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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