Spinal Pain MRes

University of Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Research

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 24,340 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Spinal Pain MRes

About

Course overview

Our Spinal Pain MRes offers elite training providing a strong foundation for research in spinal pain and rehabilitation. Ran in partnership with the University of Birmingham's School of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, this interdisciplinary degree pioneers advancements in rehabilitation and patient care.

Our research orientated training approach, will enhance your practical, theoretical and applied knowledge of spinal pain and rehabilitation. You’ll be part of a vibrant research community, developing your skills for future research or employment in a diverse range of careers.

I chose the MRes Spinal Pain because it combined what I wanted, the opportunity to develop my research skills and the opportunity to do it in a field I was really passionate about.
Carlos Murillo
MRes Spinal Pain Alumnus

Course Structure

The MRes consists of one compulsory module and two optional modules, these will be undertaken whilst you complete your research project.

Autumn Term : 29 September 2025 – 12 December 2025

In the first semester, you will immediately begin working on your Spinal pain research project with the guidance of your supervisor. You will also undertake a compulsory module in Research Methodology in Sport, Exercise, and Rehabilitation, which will equip you with essential skills in understanding the research process and analysing data. Additionally, you have the option to choose one or two elective modules* offered during this semester, such as Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 1: Lower Quadrant (Physiotherapy training required) or Innovation in Professional Development.

This combined research and taught masters programme provides students with a research orientated training in the practical, theoretical and applied elements of spinal pain and rehabilitation.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.

Career

The career opportunities available are expanding all the time. As well as developing knowledge and skills in research and research management, this MRes supports development in preparation for doctoral studies. Many clinical settings are now appointing individuals with a strong research profile to strengthen research in clinical practice and rehabilitation. Other career routes include roles in the fitness and leisure industry, governing bodies, teaching, exercise prescription and testing.

You will also have the support of a dedicated careers and employability team, to offer individual advice and guidance services and deliver an employability programme tailored to your needs.

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