MSc Sport Science

This module is designed to develop key consultancy skills during the delivery of a supervised programme of scientific support. You will have the opportunity to work with a client to deliver a coordinated programme of support in an area of your choice: physiology, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, psychology, or an integrated programme of support. An academic mentor will be available to support the learning. You are expected to engage one-to-one with an athlete for whom a support programme must be designed, implemented and evaluated.
Biomechanical Assessment and Research
This module is designed to develop your ability in the use of advanced biomechanical assessment tools to collect valid and reliable data for independent applied practice or research. Particular emphasis will be placed on three-dimensional motion analysis and isokinetic dynamometry. Data collection and analysis will be considered in the context of the wider support process.
Delivering Applied Sport Psychology
This module aims to develop a sophisticated understanding of the key issues and processes in the delivery of sport psychology support. The module will explore the key considerations that must be understood and resolved by sport psychology practitioners in order to be effective when working with athletes, teams, coaches and support staff.
Investigation and Communication in Applied Sport Science (Standard)
This module aims to develop your ability to disseminate sport science knowledge to an applied audience of coaches, athletes and/or parents. You will have the chance to acquire skills relevant to all stages in the process of presenting a workshop: research, design, and delivery of the session.
The content of the workshops will be aligned to the department’s coach and athlete education programme, organised through external partners. You will have the chance to be involved in setting, organising and marketing the workshop through consultation with the department’s Director for Consultancy and Community Services.
Research Methods and Skills