About the course

Our innovative Exercise and Sports Medicine (Football) MSc is aimed at physiotherapists and doctors either working, or aspiring to work, in elite sports such as football.

　　The overall aim of the programme is to enable exploration and critical evaluation of exercise and sports medicine in elite sport. Clinical reasoning skills will be developed throughout the duration of the course. While considering the clinical effectiveness and holistic management of varied clinical presentations.

　　Exploration of theoretical knowledge through case studies, practical sessions and seminars will be used to develop specialist knowledge within the field of Sports Medicine.

　　The modules cover a wide range of topics, from injury/illness prevention, assessment and diagnosis of sport injuries/illnesses through to rehabilitation and return to play. Topics will help students to gain insight into the roles and importance of the wider interdisciplinary team within elite sport. The programme offers a flexible approach with the structure to work around your professional commitments. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 10 Month(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Birmingham
Autumn (September), 2025	Birmingham
Autumn (September), 2026	Birmingham

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Birmingham

For all applicants:

　　A BSc/BA Honours degree or equivalent, normally first or upper second class Honours degree for physiotherapists / MBChB for doctors.

　　Documented evidence post qualification experience of practice within a sporting context.

　　Supporting evidence of appropriate Continuing Professional Development during this post qualification experience.

　　Letter of support from employer.

　　IELTS - 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.

　　TOEFL iBT - 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Birmingham. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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