
Applied Sport And Exercise Physiology MSc
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
The applied sport and exercise physiology course will provide you with the underpinning theoretical knowledge and the key practical skills required to work as an applied sport and exercise physiologist. Sports and exercise physiologists often work within multidisciplinary teams, helping monitor and develop performance for individual and team-sport athletes. Our course received 100% student satisfaction in the 2022 postgraduate taught student experience survey, and here are some of the reasons why: We have a dedicated human performance clinic, allowing students opportunities for hands-on, real-world work experience with external athletes and clubs.
We have an established link with West Ham International Football Academy, giving MSc students the opportunity to conduct fitness testing on football players from around the world. We have an established link with the Parachute Regiment, giving MSc students the opportunity to conduct fitness testing on highly trained military personnel. We have an established link with the Fashion department at UEL, giving MSc students the opportunity to work with global brands such as Umbro on the co-design of sports clothing for performance improvement.
We have a dedicated placement officer, offering students numerous opportunities for work-based learning experiences throughout the degree We have award-winning academic staff recognised for the quality of their teaching and passion for the subject area Staff teaching on this degree work in applied practice with athletes at the world championship and Olympic level Join us at the UEL Sports Performance Conference 2025 on 28 November for a day of expert talks and networking to take your skills and career to the next level
Key highlights
- Dedicated human performance clinic for hands-on work with external athletes
- Fitness testing with West Ham International Football Academy players
- Fitness testing opportunities with highly trained Parachute Regiment personnel
- Co-design performance sportswear with global brands such as Umbro
- Dedicated placement officer supporting work-based learning throughout the degree
- Taught by staff working with world championship and Olympic athletes
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include Physiology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Sports Science; or above
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
If you are starting your postgraduate course in academic year, you can save 5 per cent on your course fees by paying them in full.
Careers this course leads to
- Applied sport and exercise physiologist
- Sports scientist
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Performance analyst
- Exercise physiologist
- Military fitness and performance specialist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11100 per year | International: £11100 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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