MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology
Liverpool John Moores UniversityLiverpool John Moores University, City Campus, Liverpool
Course overview
The MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology programme at Liverpool John Moores University is a one-year master's degree that is focused on how exercise affects the human body and how it can be used to enhance health and well-being. The course covers advanced lab skills, body system testing, research methods, and professional practice in clinical settings.
Students take modules on key topics like advanced lab measurements, cardiovascular studies, respiratory testing, exercise responses, research methods, and a final research project. Teaching at LJMU involves lectures, hands-on lab sessions, and clinical practice. The programme runs for one year full-time and includes placement support to connect theory with real patient care. Assessment includes written work, lab reports, tests, presentations, and oral defence of their project. These steps help students improve their skills and confidence in clinical physiology work.
Key highlights
- First UK course accredited by AHCS, enabling Clinical Exercise Physiologist registration
- Substantial compulsory clinical placement with dedicated placement sourcing support
- Small cohort capped at around 20 students for close staff access
- Taught by world-leading researchers and AHCS-registered Clinical Exercise Physiologists
- Hands-on 12-lead ECG, cardiopulmonary exercise testing and cardiovascular ultrasound
- Training in research methods, statistical analysis and scientific communication
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS IELTS requirements for international students are set at an overall score of 6.5 with no element below 6.5 for reading and writing and 6.0
Scholarships
2-year Masters Scholarships
This would equal £7,000 total discount across the 2 years.
Chevening Scholarships
Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount Business, Law and Public Health Students
Eligible students for these courses could now receive a £1,500 Early Bird Discount from their tuition fees – an increase of £1,000 from the standard amount.
Postgraduate International Achievement Scholarship
Applicants a £3,500 tuition fee discount towards the first year of their studies.
Up to £3,500
Careers this course leads to
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist
- Clinical Physiologist
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
- Exercise Physiologist
- Clinical Research Scientist
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology from Liverpool John Moores University can get job roles such as:
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist
- Exercise Testing Specialist
- Sports Scientist
- Health Coach
- Rehabilitation Specialist
Cost of study
For international students enrolling in the MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology from Liverpool John Moores University, the tuition fee for the 2025/26 academic year is £18,250.
Admission
Students applying for the Liverpool John Moores University MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology can submit an application through the LJMU postgraduate portal. If you have any questions about the process, you can contact our experienced counsellors at AHZ.
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