• You will develop essential practical experience with established equipment and software that is a key requirement for employment in applied biomechanics roles, including: 3D motion analysis (Vicon and Qualisys); force plates (Kistler, AMTI, Bertec); wearable sensors (IMU's); EMG; isometric and isokinetic dynamometers; and medical scans (MRI, ultrasound, DEXA).
• You will learn and develop indispensable computer coding skills for solving complex biomechanical problems and managing large amounts of data, which is increasingly a desirable skill for employers.
• Our Sport Biomechanics programme will develop your biomechanics-specific and transferable skills for employment, such as scientific writing, data analysis, presentation and interpretation, which will be beneficial for a wide range of potential careers. 
• You also have the opportunity to attend events within the School, offering you the chance to broaden your horizons through a wide range of sport, exercise and health science-related topics.

Before starting the programme, there is no requirement for you to undertake any work or reading. However, for those wanting to prepare, you may find it useful to read the book: Research Methods in Biomechanics, and familarise yourself with the work of the Sports Biomechanics and Motor Control Research Group.

You can also prepare for the use of MATLAB programming language, by taking their free introductory ‘Onramp’ course. Finally, a basic level of mathematical competence is essential for success on the programme; therefore you may wish to ensure you are familiar with the basics of: trigonometry, algebra and mechanics.