Sports and Exercise MedicineMSc

Explore the dynamic world of Sports and Exercise Medicine. Dive into the roles and significance of interdisciplinary teams within elite sports. Sharpen your clinical reasoning skills in sports medicine and cultivate transferable skills that are sought-after by employers. Deepen your understanding of how to prevent injuries and illnesses. Assess and diagnose sports-related issues, and master rehabilitation techniques to support athletes returning to play.

With our world-leading research expertise in sports, exercise, health, and rehabilitation you will be taught by experts in the field. Access to dedicated state-of-the-art research laboratories including our on-site prosectorium to develop your anatomy skills. Undertake a specialist module that promotes professional practice and clinical mentorship within a sports medicine environment.

This course is closely associated with the Graduate School of Sport and Professional Practice.    

• A flexible course to work around your professional commitments.;
• Study at the largest custom built Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences facility in the UK.
• Anatomy skills taught at the prosectorium in the Medical School.

Mixed teaching methods - teaching will be highly interactive and collaborative. All learning will be centered around contemporary evidence based musuloskeletal sports practice. You will benefit from reflective and problem solving approaches.

Assessments - These will vary across modules. You will undertake written and oral case reports, vivas, practical assessments and you will write up a research study.

Our new Centre for Movement and Wellbeing (MoveWell) clinic will provide unique oppourtunities to interact with patients and gain real-life experiences through placements. The physiotherapy clinic is at the heart of MoveWell, offering targeted therapies to support good health, through the treatment and rehabilitation from injury, acute illness and chronic disease.

You'll also have access to our elite sport facilites such as our Sport and Fitness Gym which is home to our Olympic sized swimming pool.

The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Any optional module information listed for this programme is intended to be indicative, and the availability of optional modules may vary from year to year. Where a module is no longer available, we will let you know as soon as we can and help you to make other choices.

The following must be taken:

Core modules:

Students must select only ONE of the following modules:

In addition to the optional modules listed, students can take other MDS or LES modules with agreement from the Programme Leader that they contribute to the programme aims. Optional module choices to total 40 credits.

Other entry requirements

A minimum of 2:1 Honours Degree in a medical discipline including BMBS, BM, MBChB. A minimum of 2:1 Honours BSc or BA Degree, preferably in a pre-registration Physiotherapy degree qualifications. 

In addition, you will need to submit a personal statement. This should be a maximum of 500 words in length. An explanation of how MSc Sports and Exercise Medicine will help you with your career development should also be included.

Before your application can be processed you must submit the following items:

• Completed application form
• Two academic/employer references in support of your application and professional and practical capabilities
• Transcripts of your degrees (certified and translated into English if appropriate).
• A personal statement (maximium 500 words)

If you have met the admission criteria, you will then be required to take part in an interview.

Once accepted onto the course, you will also need to complete a number of non-academic requirements prior to admission.

English language requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

• TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
• LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

English Presessional Programmes

Improve your knowledge of spoken and written English in preparation for studying at Birmingham with our pre-sessional English courses. If you have a conditional offer, you can take one of these courses as an alternative to retaking IELTS or other similar qualifications.

We charge an annual tuition fee. Fees for 2025 entry are above.

The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme.

Paying your tuition fees

Tuition fees can either be paid in full or by instalments. You can check whether you are eligible for UK or international fees with our admissions team.

Learn more about postgraduate tuition fees and funding.

Postgraduate Masters Loan

To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent).If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.

Scholarships

To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.

Birmingham Masters Scholarships

We want to welcome the brightest talent to our postgraduate community. That’s why our Birmingham Masters Scholarships award £3,000 to more than 300 students each year.

Select whether you are a UK student or an international student for relevant application deadlines.

We have put together some helpful information on the taught programme application process and supporting documents. Please read this information carefully before completing your application.

This course is closely associated with the Graduate School of Sport and Profesional Practice*. The Graduate School of Sport and Professional Practice (GSSPP) is a world-leading centre for professional development in sport, physical activity, and rehabilitation based at the University of Birmingham. 

Careers Network

Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.

Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.