Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences
Sports Biomechanics MSc
1 year full-time (part-time available)
This programme provides the opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of Sports Biomechanics.
All aspects of Sports Biomechanics will be covered, ranging from experimental equipment requirements and utilisation through to the latest theoretical considerations and research problems.
Work will consist of hands-on laboratory and field techniques, theoretical modelling and computer simulation of human movement, and critical analysis, discussion and presentation of research projects.
This is an end-on programme suitable for students from a field where a fundamental grasp of mechanics has been displayed, and with an interest in applying this knowledge to the sports research arena.
Compulsory Modules
(all modules are compulsory)
Semester 1
- Research Methodologies and Methods
- Experimental Biomechanics
Semester 2
- Quantitative Research
- Theoretical Biomechanics
Semesters 1 & 2
- Current Research in Sports Biomechanics
Summer
- Research Project
Assessment
Examination, coursework and a research paper.
Entry Qualification*
Upper second class honours degree in sports science (with a strong biomechanics component), engineering, maths, physics or similar field.
Selection
You may be chosen upon confirmation of satisfactory academic background, experience and references.
Careers and Further Study
Typical destinations include biomechanics teaching in higher education, athlete support within English Institute of Sport, and PhD research.
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