Study Exercise Medicine MSc

Course Highlights

Exercise has evolved into a global industry, with exercise scientists, advanced practitioners and researchers playing an increasingly crucial role in promoting wellbeing, preventing disease and prolonging the lives of those with life-limiting disease. Long-term health conditions such as cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, musculoskeletal and neurological diseases, as well as cancer, mental health, and frailty are becoming more prevalent worldwide. These diseases are further exacerbated by low levels of physical activity, a sedentary lifestyle and an ageing population. As a result, there are more employment opportunities in the health and exercise sector than ever before.

Whether you are a sport scientist, health and fitness professional, have a background in medicine or physical activity related discipline, come and take your learning to the next level. Develop the most up-to-date knowledge and skills essential for working with individuals and communities to improve their health and wellbeing.

In this degree, you will get the opportunity to become competent in screening participants, undertaking testing and prescribing exercise across a variety of different environments (gym, clinical, community, home-based and virtual environments) for specific long-term conditions and multi-morbidities. You will utilise critical thinking and scientific reasoning to design and tailor interventions for specific individuals or communities and employ the most appropriate behaviour change techniques to increase adherence. You will also get the opportunity to undertake an empirical piece of research in your specific area of interest.

Through practice, you will also develop and enhance key employability skills such as problem solving, resourcefulness, adaptability, accountability, critical thinking, administration, confidentiality, communication, teamwork, project management skills, creativity, independence, utilising technology, research and evaluation. On your journey, you will also improve your confidence, build self-belief, resilience, and improve self-awareness. You will learn the best ways to demonstrate these to an employer, which will help springboard your career to the next level within the health and exercise sector.

Course Modules

Physical activity for long term public health promotion

Core - 20 Credits

Professional practice in exercise medicine

Core - 20 Credits

Advanced epidemiology, pathophysiology and clinical assessment

Core - 20 Credits

Research Methods in Sport and Exercise

Core - 20 Credits

Applied exercise prescription for long-term health conditions

Core - 40 Credits

Research Project in Exercise Medicine

Core - 60 Credits

Learning Structure

Sessions are currently delivered in a block with 30-40 hours of contact over four/five days, then four to six weeks to complete the assessment; this is repeated until all taught modules are complete. Our flexible approach allows you to have a job whilst studying, and encourages a better work/life balance. You will complete presentations, produce infographics, complete lab books, undertake data analysis, write proposals, and complete case studies. The final piece of work is an independent piece of research chosen by you.

You will have lots of opportunities to engage in active learning with your peers working on case studies, scenario-based learning, and interactive group work designed to promote deeper learning, embed critical thinking, and prepare you for employment. Activities are designed to be practice-based, realistic, relevant, rigorous and appropriately sequenced to ensure that you are future ready.

Entry Requirements

• 4-year Bachelor's degree in medicine, professions allied to medicine, sport and exercise science, or related health or biological sciences degree with CGPA 2.75 or 60% of marks (or above) from recognised institution.

  CGPA 2.50 is acceptable of the following universities:

  1. North South University (NSU)
  2. BRAC University
  3. Independent University Bangladesh (IUB)
  4. American International University Bangladesh (AIUB)
  5. Asian University for Women (AUW)
  6. Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP)
• A 2:2 or above honours degree in medicine, professions allied to medicine, sport and exercise science, or related health or biological sciences degree.
• Or, hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills
• Related health or biological sciences degree to be in:
  1. Biomedical Science
  2. Dietetics
  3. Human Biology
  4. Human Nutrition
  5. Human Physiology
  6. Allied health care
  7. Nursing

English Language Requirements

Documentary Evidence List

• Academic Transcripts
• Degree Certificate
• English Test (IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE/ Duolingo - UKVI accepted)
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• 2 Recommendation Letters (LORs)
• Updated CV/ Resume
• Research Proposal (for Research/ PhD)
• Work Experience Certificates (if study gap)
• Passport Copy

Study Gaps

For applicants with an academic or professional gap of up to 5 years, admission is generally considered acceptable. If the gap exceeds this period, applications may still be successful but will typically be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

To strengthen your profile, it is important to:

• Provide a clear explanation of how you spent the gap period (e.g., employment, further learning, personal responsibilities).
• Emphasize the skills and experiences you developed during this time that are relevant to the program.
• Demonstrate that your academic qualifications continue to meet the course entry requirements.