Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences
Sociology of Sport MSc
1 year full-time (part-time available)
This programme is designed for graduates possessing a degree in sociology, cultural studies or sports science, with an emphasis in the social sciences of sport.
The growing cultural, economic and political significance of sport has led to greater demand for qualified specialists to provide basic knowledge regarding the relationship between sport and society.
In addition, sociologists of sport are increasingly involved in a range of state, NGO, and industry initiatives regarding policy formulation and implementation.
Compulsory Modules
(all modules are compulsory)
Semester 1
- Research Methodologies and Methods
- Theory, Sport and Society
Semester 2
- Quantitative Research or Qualitative Research
- Sport and Globalisation
- Sport, the Body and Society
Summer
- Research Project
Assessment
Examination, coursework and a thesis of 16,000 - 20,000 words.
Entry Qualification*
Degree in sports science or other relevant social science.
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