Sport and Physical Education MSc

The Sport and Physical Education Masters programme offers qualified graduates and suitably experienced professionals the opportunity to develop their academic knowledge, skills and qualifications.

A significant proportion of the programme is vocationally focused and student driven. Students are actively encouraged to engage in critical debate about the subject, research into its development and critical reflection on their own professional practice.

The course will enable you to develop and demonstrate research and critical thinking.

The programme offers a named optional ‘International Award’. In order to meet the criteria, students must complete their Professional Practice in an International Sport and Physical Education setting and their Advanced Independent Study must have an ‘International’ Sport and Physical Education focus.

The course is supported by excellent facilities, including a £2.5 million indoor sports centre, a floodlight synthetic pitch (to FIH standards), an exercise physiology suite (BASES accredited), two further sports science laboratories, nutrition laboratory, teaching rooms, gymnasia and dance studio. The School also hosts the Motion Analysis Research and Rehabilitation Centre (MARRC), a £2million facility.

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How to Apply

For all taught postgraduate and PG Cert programmes, please apply directly to University of Worcester. You can download an application form, or can contact the Admissions office on 01905 855111 / pg-admissions@worc.ac.uk

Please post your completed application form to:
Admissions Office
University Of Worcester
Henwick Grove
Worcester
WR2 6AJ

Alternatively you can apply online for postgraduate programmes at University of Worcester via the Prospects online directory of postgraduate programmes. There is no fee for using the online application service.

When we receive your application form, your details will be passed to the Masters Programme Leader who will contact you to arrange an informal interview. You may include additional material, such as references, in support of your application or bring them with you to interview.

You can apply for postgraduate taught courses and PG Certs at any time, but preferably as early as possible before the start of the academic year, which begins in September.

Study options

Full or part-time options

Flexible modular scheme means you can study at your own pace

Get in touch

Admissions Office
01905 855111
admissions@worc.ac.uk

Entry requirements
Students will normally have a 2:1 classification in a sport related degree.
Students who hold a sport-related degree classification of either 2:2 (or below), or, a non-sport related degree will be considered on a case by case basis and may be required to submit a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate physical education experience.

If English is not your first language, you will be expected to have reached a sufficient standard on admission to the course (e.g. IELTS 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each element).

Admissions procedures
All applicants will be interviewed.
Due to the nature of the programme, all students must complete a criminal records bureau enhanced disclosure check prior to the start of the course.

Mature Students
UW values diversity in its student body and applications from mature students are very welcome. Students with few or no formal qualifications should contact the Registry Admissions Office (01905 855111) or the Course Leader (01905 855270) with details of their age, any work undertaken, including caring or organised voluntary work, and any other relevant experience.

Accreditation of Prior Learning
Candidates with an acceptable academic background and/or relevant work experience may apply for Accreditation of prior learning (APL) and experience (APEL). It is advisable for candidates to discuss this with the Course Leader initially. The programmes follow the UW Policy for Accreditation of Prior Learning (2007).

Please contact the Registry Admissions Office for further information or guidance on 01905 855111.

Modules

Dissertation
Professional Practice
Current Issues in Learning & Teaching
International Perspectives in Sport and Physical Education
Leading and Managing People in Sport
Research Methods

Assessment

Assessment
A wide variety of assessment methods are used including written assignments, data handling assignments, case study, oral presentation and defence, integrative curriculum project, portfolio, business plan, group presentation and Advanced Independent Study.

Academic department

Institute of Sport & Exercise Science

“We are proud of our strong reputation for sporting excellence. Our mission is to enhance the knowledge, skills and understanding of our students so they can continue to make a meaningful contribution to society at all levels.”
Mick Donovan, Head of Institute

Employability

This degree is useful in a wide range of occupations, such as
Professional Sports Coach
Fitness instructor
Physical Education teacher
Sports Coach
Strength and Conditioning coach
Coach Development Officer
Sport Development Officer
Sports Coaching Lecturers
Recreation officer
Self-employed coaching consultant
Researcher Performance Analyst