University of Essex

PhD Sport and Exercise Science

University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

This PhD is a full-time, three to four-year research qualification in Sport and Exercise Science, situated within the School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences at the Colchester Campus. Students have the opportunity to collaborate closely with academic staff from a highly regarded research team on their main project. 

This course provides students with excellent access to up-to-date facilities and specialist equipment. These tools allow us to measure advanced things like how people move, how their bodies work inside, and brain activity. For example, we use equipment such as isokinetic dynamometers (to assess muscle strength) and near-infrared spectroscopy (to study body and brain function). 

This PhD program focuses entirely on turning students into independent researchers capable of generating entirely new and original knowledge, rather than having them take separate required course modules. Students start by enrolling in an MPhil/PhD program and must officially switch to PhD status only after demonstrating good progress in their studies. To finish, students must submit a thesis of no more than 80,000 words. Your progress is formally checked and reviewed at two meetings with your supervisors every school year.

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5, or equivalent, with a minimum of 5.5 in all other components.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Essex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship

    School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.

    Up to £5,500

  • Global Talent Masters Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.

    Up to £5,000

  • Hugh Brogan Bursary

    If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.

    Up to £2,500

  • Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary

    The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.

    Up to £776

  • Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.

    Up to £6,500

  • Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship

    The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.

    Up to £11,025

  • The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund

    The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.

  • The Essex MBA Dean's Award

    The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.

  • The Ronald J. Hill Fund

    The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.

    Up to £3,000

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates of this programme work as:

  • Sports Scientist

  • University Researcher

  • Higher Education Lecturer

  • Health and Fitness Consultant

  • Biomechanical Analyst

  • Product Development Specialist

Cost of study

International students taking a PhD in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Essex are required to pay £22,550 per year.

Admission

International students can apply directly to the University of Essex for the PhD in Sport and Exercise Science. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you.

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