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Sport Sciences (Human Performance or Sport Psychology) – (M.Sc.)
Brunel University
School of Sport and Education
| Application Deadline: | as early as possible | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,740 - ≈ € 14,334 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | London / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 180 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Brunel University
These courses offer students the choice of taking a broad-based MSc that combines a range of self-selected modules or to select a specialised route in one of two pathways: Human Performance; or Sport Psychology.
We have a long-standing reputation for excellence in teaching and an impressive record of research and publication which consistently attracts high-calibre students, including high level sportsmen and women who successfully combine study with training and competition. Our students have varied backgrounds and interests - some are keen to gain knowledge about sports performance, others are keen to explore the links between sport and, for example, community, education, health, and politics.
The School enjoys a prominent position within the University, building upon traditions that stem from Borough Road College - the oldest teacher-training college in the British Commonwealth. We have a long-standing reputation for excellence in teaching and an impressive record of research and publication which consistently attracts high-calibre students, including high level sportsmen and sportswomen who successfully combine study with training and competition.
Our students have varied backgrounds and interests - some are keen to gain knowledge about sports performance, others are keen to explore the links between sport and, for example, community, education, health, and politics. Sport is a hugely popular form of culture around the world and the academic study of sport has grown in popularity to meet the demands of the global sports industry. In parallel with these developments, sport sciences courses at Brunel are up-to-date, dynamic, and forward-looking. If you are interested in studying sport or forging a sport-related career, we welcome your application to study for a postgraduate degree in sport sciences at Brunel.
Contents
All students take the same foundation of core modules. You then take further specialised modules according to the route you select.
Sport Sciences
This course enables students to take a combination of modules from different Sports Sciences disciplines and does not necessitate specialisation in any one discipline.
Core Modules
* Research Methods and Data Analysis
* Sport Organisation, Politics and the Law
* Dissertation/Research Project
Elective Modules
You may select modules from all those offered under the specialist titles listed below or from the MSc Sport Coaching.
Sport Sciences (Human Performance)
This course is aimed at students who wish to extend their knowledge and understanding of physiology in a sports context. You will be given the opportunity to develop skills that assist your professional development and be prepared to embark upon BASES accreditation in either physiology or biomechanics.
Modules (all core)
* Research Methods and Data Analysis
* Sport Organisation, Politics and the Law
* Applied Sports Physiology
* Laboratory Techniques in Physiology and Biomechanics
* Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise
* Dissertation/Research Project
Sport Sciences (Sport Psychology)
This course enables students to focus on developing their understanding and academic knowledge of psychology within a sport context. It is aimed at students who might want to pursue a career as a sport psychologist/performance consultant and provides a platform for BASES accreditation.
Modules (all core)
* Research Methods and Data Analysis
* Sport Organisation, Politics and the Law
* Advanced Research and Application in the Psychology of Sports Performance
(2 modules)
* Professional Development
* Psychological Skills for Coaches and Practitioners
* Dissertation/Research Project
Assessment
Your academic performance will be assessed in a variety of ways. Assessment procedures include individual and group projects, essays, case studies, oral presentations, laboratory report writing and computer-based tests. Formal written examinations constitute part of the assessment in some modules. To complete an MSc, you must submit, and pass, a dissertation of approximately 15,000 -18,000 words, or equivalent.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Normally at least a good honours degree in a relevant subject or subjects. This includes graduates who have completed a joint course with Sport Sciences; Sports Studies; or Physical Education as one of their subjects as well as single honours Sports Sciences graduates.
Consideration will also be given to graduates with an appropriate academic background which does not include Sport Sciences eg Biology; Psychology; Sociology; or Philosophy. The suitability of such applicants will be considered at interview.
Financial Support:
There are a number of scholarships for which postgraduate students can apply. These may help towards costs. Details available on application.
English Language Requirements
* Brunel English Language Test (BrunELTS) - 70% (at least 65% in writing, 55% in all other section)
* IELTS - 7.0 (at least 6.5 in writing, 5.5 in all others)
* TOEFL (Internet Based) - 100 (at least 22 in writing, 15 in reading listening & speaking)
* TOEFL (Paper Based) - 600 (plus TWE 4.5)
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 7.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 600 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 100 |
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