MSc Sport Physiology and Performance

About this course

LJMU's Sport Physiology and Performance is geared towards both classical physiology and cutting-edge practical skills required for applied physiologists in sport.

• The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences is ranked 6th for Sports Science (QS World University Rankings 2024)
• Study on a programme developed by world-leading researchers in our pioneering School of Sport and Exercise Sciences
• Access state-of-the-art physiology and biochemistry laboratories in our award-winning Tom Reilly Building
• Benefit from a strong emphasis on active learning and practical training
• Look forward to a variety of career opportunities, including working as an Exercise Physiologist in either sport science/athletic support or health assessment contexts, further study at Doctoral level and teaching and lecturing in science
• Study full-time (1 year) or part-time (2 years)
• There has never been a more exciting time to undertake an MSc in Sport Physiology and Performance. Sport represents one of the world's major businesses and scientists have an increasingly prominent role in working with athletes, coaches, governing bodies and industry to help optimise elite performance.

This Masters programme is ideal if you want to go on to specialise in physiology-related studies at a doctoral level for academic and professional development or if you aspire to a professional career in exercise physiology.

During your studies you will be provided with detailed knowledge of physiology applied to sport and exercise contexts. The programme is also designed to extend your knowledge beyond 'classical' exercise physiology studies and give you the skills, techniques and critical thinking required to be at the forefront of sports performance. The curriculum is informed by a world class research infrastructure with over 20 full-time academic staff and support staff contributing to the taught modules and research dissertation.

You will be provided with extensive practical experience and academic development in fundamental scientific technical including research methods, statistical analysis and scientific communication. As part of your course you will complete a record of competency in physiological assessment, deliver a conference presentation and gain first-hand experience of physiological testing in the laboratory and in the field.

• a minimum 2:1 honours degree in sport science, or a related discipline

or (if you have been out of education for some time)

• to provide details of relevant experience in lieu of formal qualifications, for example, work experience, voluntary work, research etc. Please describe in detail how this has helped you to improve your knowledge of exercise physiology

Employability

Further your career prospects

LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.

Many students choose to continue in education, research or applied sports science, with a significant number continuing their studies to Doctoral level.

Past graduates have taken positions as applied practitioners in sports science support programmes within a variety of professional sports clubs, national governing bodies of sport, or as strategic sport science officers and consultants in professional sport settings.