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Welcome to LJMU’s School of Sport and Exercise SciencesThe world-leading School of Sport and Exercise Sciences fuses research and applied practice. Our specially selected team of academics not only design and deliver courses, they also support engagement in original research and applied practice.

A first choice for UK applicants, the School provides a portfolio of first class programmes. Our Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Sciences (RISES), founded in 1997, maximises the potential of our research students.

Our programmes offer an innovative, research-led and employability-focused experience where you are challenged, yet thoroughly supported. You are encouraged to question and enhance theory, research and practice which is aligned to, or influenced by sport, physical activity, exercise and health. We aim to instil the high levels of critical thinking and the practical skills required to make improvements to professional practice, performance and, ultimately, lives.

We operate across domains ranging from a cellular, molecular and medical orientation, through to an understanding of more behavioural, personal and humanistic existence; from early years through to later years and from health through to performance environments.

The School has 60 academics who are experienced leaders in their respective fields. We are proud of our record of recruiting world-leading academics who deliver the highest quality teaching and learning experience, as well as outstanding research and scholarship.

Our commitment to excellence means that postgraduate students receive a first class learning experience thanks to our high staff: student ratio. Research students are also supported by Directors of Study and supervisors who have national/international standing in their areas of research expertise.

And when it comes to career progression, 93% of our PG Taught students and 100% of our PG Research students are in employment or further study six months after graduating.*

* LJMU Graduate Destinations Report 2016

Ninth best department in the worldLJMU’s School of Sport and Exercise Sciences has been named ninth in the world amongst 400 worldwide sport-related units actively engaging in research. The School is also ranked the third best in Europe.

The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) assessed LJMU in a number of areas including: volume of publications, total citations and citations per publication.

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In 2016, LJMU became the first university to receive two commended judgements in the Higher Education Review by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).

All UK universities undergo a rigorous independent review by the QAA to check that they meet set standards. Our review saw us far exceeding the criteria, being commended for the quality and enhancement of our student learning opportunities and being praised for nine other areas of good practice.

The benefits of studying at LJMU were clearly outlined by the QAA. The report commented on our:

n provision of clear expectations for students

n curriculum enhancing placements

n continual development of teaching staff

n work, enabling students to reach their graduate potential

n programme monitoring and improvement processes

n ability to collect and act on student feedback

n identification of enhancement opportunities for students

n strengthening collaborative partnerships

n partnerships with postgraduate research students

This ground-breaking result means that, as a future student, you can have total confidence that LJMU delivers an exceptional learning experience and ranks amongst the very best in the UK.

Leading the way in education

Postgraduate study options

LJMU offers a wide range of taught and research programmes delivered by academics actively involved in innovative research and ground-breaking consultancy projects. Indeed, it is this combination of academic expertise and ‘real world’ experience that helps ensure our programmes: are up-to-date, accredited by key professional bodies and deliver the knowledge, skills and experience required to achieve your professional ambitions.

Postgraduate Certificates (PgCert) and Diplomas (PgDip)

n can act as stand-alone professional qualificationsn can mark interim achievements en route to a full (taught) masters qualification

The Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in Education (PGDE or PGCE)

n offers a route into teaching for those with an undergraduate degreen focuses on developing teaching skills

Taught Masters (MA, MSc, MBA)

n builds on undergraduate knowledge and skillsn can be studied 12 months full-time, with a two year part-time option often available n often enables you to select specialist optional modules based on your own interestsn involves a dissertation n sometimes available for those with little/no academic experience in the subject area

Master of Research (MRes)

n focuses on individual research project workn ideal if you want to pursue a research careern provides you with an academic mentor who will become your Director of Studies should you progress to a PhD programme

MPhil

n focuses on using appropriate research methods and techniques to conduct an independent enquiry n can be completed in one to four years, depending if you are a full or part-time student

Doctorate or PhD

n focuses on making an original, personal contribution to the understanding of a problem, the advancement of knowledge or the generation of new ideasn takes between three and six years to complete, depending on your mode of study

QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE

Professional Doctorate

n involves making a significant contribution to the enhancement of an occupational or professional area through the application, development and testing of theoretical frameworks 4

Why study at LJMU?

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A global universityLJMU is a global university, welcoming students and staff from over 100 different countries and working in collaboration with businesses, professional bodies and educational institutions from all over the world.

We offer students and staff exciting opportunities to work, train or study overseas, encouraging them to embrace international employment opportunities. Our appetite for collaboration has created huge success and inspired our graduates to see beyond national boundaries and cultural traditions.

The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences’ Football Exchange supports football through world-class research, high quality education and applied enterprise solutions. Established in 2010, the Football Exchange harnesses all of our expertise in this field to create bespoke solutions for football clubs, governing bodies, commercial enterprises, and community schemes.

Our position as a world leader is reflected in the Football Exchange’s client list, which includes: Real Madrid, Manchester United, Prozone, Professional Game Match Officials, Glaxo Smith Kline, Red Bull, Catapult, New Balance, Nike, UEFA, FIFA, The Football Association, the French Football Federation and Umbro, as well as a range of Premier League football clubs.

Our Physical Activity Exchange aims to be a world-leader in the fields of applied physical activity, exercise and health research. We research and evaluate the effects of physical activity, sedentary behaviour and nutrition on health and well-being, using a wide range of cutting edge, multidisciplinary scientific approaches. We also design and implement complex interventions to promote positive changes to physical activity, nutrition and health in the clinical, behavioural and psychosocial domains. Our findings are translated and disseminated to impact policy and practice in applied settings. They are also published in peer reviewed journals.

Excellent facilitiesYou will be located at the Byrom Street site of LJMU’s City Campus. In addition to the School’s specialist facilities, Byrom Street has high quality meeting and seminar rooms and lecture theatres, plus a large Starbucks café and social spaces. The Avril Robarts Library, open 24/7 during semesters, is located just minutes away on Tithebarn Street.

The £26 million Tom Reilly Building is home to the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences and the School of Natural Sciences and Psychology. LJMU named the facility after the late Tom Reilly, who, as the UK’s first Professor of Sports Science, helped forge the rich heritage of sport and exercise scientific study at LJMU and beyond.

The Tom Reilly Building is equipped with purpose-built facilities and world-leading laboratories, including:

n brain and behaviour lab

n biochemistry teaching lab

n biomechanics lab

n biopsy lab

n cardiac assessment suite

n chronobiology lab

n dedicated match analysis suite

n DEXA scanner for measuring body fat, muscles and bone density

n environmental chambers

n field-base testing suites

n high quality lecture theatres and seminar rooms

n high resolution ultrasound

n indoor 70-metre running track

n isolation unit for sleep research

n mobile eye tracking systems

n motion capture and analysis of movement system and a life-size simulation

n movement Function Research lab – housing one of a few CAREN (Computer Assisted Rehabilitation Environment) systems in the UK

n muscle strength lab

n neuroscience lab

n online metabolic carts

n normobaric hypoxic chambers

n physiology lab

n proteomics

n respiratory clinic

n temperature chambers for acclimation

World-leading researchIn the 2014 REF, 97% of research submitted by the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences was considered world-leading or internationally excellent.

The School’s Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Sciences (RISES) was ranked first in the UK for Research Quality in Sport and Exercise Sciences at the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014.* This research helps ensure that our postgraduate courses are positioned at the vanguard of developments in the field.

* Quality Index data provided by Research Professional and available via Research Fortnight.

“I would encourage anyone to come to LJMU to study at postgraduate level.” Mature student, Catherine Gadd

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Enterprising Britain Award 2016Staff in the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences were involved in helping LJMU to become the only university in the country, and the only organisation in the North, to win the Government’s annual Enterprising Britain Awards.

LJMU’s Enterprise Educators Academe helps students to engage in direct enterprise activities as part of their degree programme. Students learn to develop key competencies such as creativity, resilience, self-management, finance, negotiation skills, leadership and team work, personal branding, personal influence and strategic thinking. They graduate job-ready and prepared to become the entrepreneurs and innovators of the future.

Professional links and accreditationWe have a long standing relationship with the British Psychological Society and are one of the few institutions in the UK to have a BPS-accredited postgraduate degree (MSc Sport Psychology) and a Professional Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology. We also have Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered practitioner Psychologists who provide supervision for trainee Sport and Exercise Psychologists.

Furthermore, our Sport Nutrition degree is endorsed by the British Dietetic Association (BDA), which manages the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr). This is designed to accredit suitably qualified and experienced individuals who have the competency to work autonomously as Sport and Exercise Nutritionists.

Public engagementThe School has a long history of delivering successful activities for the general public and schools. We recently received a Wellcome Trust People Award and delivered a range of interactive exhibits in conjunction with the World Museum Liverpool and the Museum of Science and Industry (Manchester).

We have worked with several schools on Royal Society Partnership grants and are proud to commit to running projects each academic year.

We were the official University Partner for the Girls Schools Association conference (North) Girls Go Gold 2013 and have recently completed projects with the BBC and Radio 5 Live. Attracting audiences of over 2,000 school children and members of the public, Face-to-Face was such a success that we were awarded the London 2012 Inspire mark and a bronze medal at the Podium awards.

First class learning resourcesLJMU has three libraries: the Aldham Robarts library at the Mount Pleasant Campus, the Avril Robarts library in the City Centre and the IM Marsh library.

A hub for all front-line student services, our libraries are the place to: register and enrol, hand in your coursework, pay fees and get guidance on anything related to the student experience. All libraries have WiFi so you can work on your own device, borrow a laptop or book a PC. You can also book a space to work quietly with friends and can print, copy and scan items here too.

In essence, our libraries offer:

n 2,000 study spaces – including designated postgraduate areas for when you need some quiet time to focus and meeting areas so you can collaborate in groups

n helpful and friendly academic liaison librarians for each Department/Faculty

n Wi-Fi access

n networked PCs and access to 2,000+ applications

n laptops you can borrow when you need to be out and about

n helpdesk and induction sessions to familiarise yourself with the resources and facilities available

n a user-friendly search engine to search more than 820,000 items including 650,000 printed resources, 129,000 e-Books, 45,000 electronic journal titles, online newspapers, legal databases, company journals and special collections

First class learning resourcesPostgraduates go on to a variety of careers working in sectors such as: education, research, sports science support and athlete support for national governing bodies, professional sports clubs, national institutes of sport and sport science support programmes.

Potential roles include: Sport and Exercise Psychologist, Research Assistant, Lecturer, Gait Analyst, Sport Nutritionist, Sport Psychologist, Sport Consultant and Biomechanist. Recent graduates have gone on to work for employers including: Manchester United, Warrington Wolves, The RFU, the ELS and Team Sky.

For more information about Sport and Exercise Sciences see the School web pages at ljmu.ac.uk or follow us on Twitter: @LJMUSportSci

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DR MARTIN EUBANK Sport Psychology

“My job enables me to manage, teach, research and apply the discipline of Sport Psychology. I enjoy the level of role diversity this gives me while being focussed on a discipline I am passionate about. I engage with the British Psychological Society to promote Sport Psychology at national and international level and develop the professional training provision for trainee Sport Psychologists in the UK.”

Associate fellow of the British Psychological Society, Martin is Chief Assessor on the BPS Stage 2 Qualification in Sport and Exercise Psychology. As a board member, he has a good oversight of the provision of sport and exercise psychology training in the UK.

Martin’s research interests focus on sport psychology practitioner development. He explores how the identity, congruence and competence of sport psychologists is informed by the learning experiences they encounter in education, professional training and applied practice and how sport culture informs effective sport psychology service delivery.

Our peopleOur academics have the specialist knowledge and industry insight to make a real difference to your future. Here are just some of the tutors based in the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences.

PROFESSOR GRAEME CLOSE Sport Nutrition

“One of the most enjoyable aspects of my role is teaching MSc students what I have learned from my current research and applied consultancy. I know I am telling them things that no-one outside of LJMU will have heard about.”

Gaining his PhD at LJMU in 2003, Graeme produced some of the first ever evidence to suggest that giving dietary antioxidants following damaging exercise may be doing more harm than good. He then moved to the University of Liverpool to study free radicals in skeletal muscle and ageing muscle before returning to LJMU.

Graeme’s research interests span: ageing and skeletal muscle; nutrition and applied physiology of elite rugby; vitamin D deficiencies and athletic performance; free radicals and antioxidants. He has published some 80 papers in these areas to date.

Prior his academic career, Graeme was a first team rugby league player at Warrington Wolves, Workington Town and Leigh Centurions. His applied nutrition consultancy work with England Rugby allows him to maintain his contact with the professional sport.

DR MARK NESTI Sport Psychology

“I enjoy helping students to develop high level critical thinking skills and preparing them for careers and posts in elite and professional sport. I also enjoy delivering consultancy in sport psychology to high level athletes and coaches and writing books on new approaches in sport psychology.”

Specialising in applied sport psychology, relating to professional sport, Mark writes on existential phenomenological psychology, counselling, identity, anxiety, spirituality and peak performance in sport.

Mark is a British Psychological Society chartered psychologist and has worked in premier league football with players and staff at Everton, Chelsea and a number of other clubs. He was first team counselling sport psychologist at Bolton Wanderers 2003-2007, Newcastle United 2007-08 and Hull City 2008-09.

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DR MARK LAKE Sport and Clinical Biomechanics

“The most enjoyable aspects of my role include bridging the gap between biological mechanisms and the mechanics of motion; translating research findings into teaching practice; presenting at conferences; and sharing ideas and developing new research paradigms.”

Mark completed his BSc (Hons) at Loughborough University, before studying an MSc at Penn State University, followed by a Doctorate in Biophysics at the University of Guelph, Canada. He has worked with the US Olympic Training Centre in Colorado Springs.

Mark’s research interests include Biomechanics of the Human Body, with a particular emphasis on reducing lower limb injury and enhancing performance during sports; sports shoe research, which involves testing for performance and protection; and re-visiting and improving the methods used in biomechanics research.

In his spare time, Mark is a keen runner and has competed in 3000 metre Steeplechase events.

PROFESSOR GREG WHYTE Clinical Exercise Physiology

“I have extensive professional experience assessing, treating and improving the performance of patients, sporting enthusiasts and athletes – ranging from cancer sufferers to celebrities attempting their first mountain summit to Gold medal seeking Olympians.”

Greg is an Olympian in modern pentathlon and is a European and World Championship medallist. He is an expert in the field of sports and exercise science and is the pre-eminent authority on exercise physiology and sports and exercise performance in the UK. He was awarded an OBE for his services to sport, sport science and charity, as well as being voted one of the Top 10 Science Communicators in the UK by the British Science Council.

Greg graduated from Brunel University and furthered his studies with an MSc in Human Performance in the USA and a PhD at St. George’s Hospital Medical School, London.

Well-known for his involvement in Comic Relief, Greg has trained, motivated and coached those involved in 23 Sport and Comic Relief Challenges, including: comedian David Walliams; a group of nine celebrities who climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and Eddie Izzard who ran 43 marathons in 50 days. This work has helped to raise over £36 million for charity.

DR ELLEN A DAWSON Clinical Exercise Physiology

“Seeing students develop their skills, confidence and knowledge is one of the best parts of my job. It’s also very rewarding to hear from past students about how we provide them with the tools to succeed in their future careers.”

Ellen is a senior lecturer in cardiovascular physiology at LJMU. She completed a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science at Manchester Metropolitan University, followed by an MSc in Human and Applied Physiology at Kings College London. Ellen then returned to Manchester Metropolitan University to do a PhD in Exercise Induced Cardiac Fatigue. She has undertaken post-doctoral fellowships at the Copenhagen Research Center in Denmark and the University of North Texas Health Science Center.

Ellen is particularly interested in vascular function in health and disease – including responses to acute exercise, adaptation to acute injury and improved vascular function with exercise training. The aim of the research is to understand the mechanisms underlying vascular function (both dysfunction and improved function) and its associated links with cardiovascular disease and health.

When she’s not at work, Ellen enjoys a wide range of hobbies, including playing the piano, climbing and hiking.

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With a first in Sports Therapy under his belt and a number of years’ experience working with professional football clubs, England Ice Hockey and elite young athletes, Kristian Weaver came to LJMU to study for his masters.

“I was drawn to LJMU due to its reputation in the sports science world, as well as the expertise and profile of the teaching staff. I really appreciated the amount

of practical experience I gained while working with peers and the time spent in laboratories practising key skills. I was able to attend lectures by staff at the forefront of research in their specific areas. Module leaders were always on hand when needed, were helpful and provided guidance.

I am now a lecturer in Sports Therapy teaching anatomy and physiology on a

BSc Sports Therapy programme at Edge Hill University, as well as continuing to support elite athletes for which my MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology was fundamental. My studies have created the foundation for the modules I now deliver and the services that I can provide for sports performers.”

WHAT OUR STUDENTS THINK…

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Former Great Britain international gymnast Hannah Clowes studied the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at LJMU, before progressing onto the MSc Sport Psychology. She is now doing a PhD on Research into the Relationship between Athlete Wellbeing and Elite Sport Performance.

“My professional gymnastics career spanned 13 years before I retired and

subsequently came to study at LJMU. I was a member of the travelling team to the Beijing Olympics 2008, Commonwealth Silver medallist and a member of the GB squad for multiple European championships, a World Championships and European Youth Olympics.

I was a member of the City of Liverpool Gymnastics Club and during my postgraduate studies at LJMU I

personally developed and delivered a sport psychology placement consisting of educational workshops and interactive sessions with gymnasts at the club. I’m also now coaching gymnasts working towards the elite pathway at the club and have been involved in supervising their club placements.”


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PROFESSOR JATIN BURNISTON Exercise Physiology

“I am passionate about the Exercise Physiology programme and in particular I love teaching my module on molecular exercise physiology.”

Jatin has pioneered proteomic investigation of exercise-induced adaptations in cardiac and skeletal muscle. His recent publications place LJMU as one of the world’s leading institutions applying proteomic techniques in exercise physiology.

Jatin uses mass spectrometry as well as other ‘-omics’ approaches to investigate muscle responses to exercise training. His long-term objective is a systems biology-level understanding of the mechanisms underpinning the health benefits of exercise.

PROFESSOR BARRY DRUST Professional Doctorate in Applied Sport and Exercise Science

“I enjoy supporting individuals in pursuit of their goals and engaging with different populations to disseminate scientific information that supports their activity.”

Barry has had some amazing opportunities in both his academic and applied careers. These include: working with Liverpool Football Club, the England national football team and the Uruguayan Football Association; presenting at international conferences and publishing over 100 research articles.

Barry’s specific research interests relate to the physiology of football and training adaption.

DR ROB ERSKINE Strength and Conditioning

“My aim is to motivate my students to develop their independent thinking skills, while improving their understanding of the physiology underpinning strength and conditioning.”

Rob’s passion for strength and conditioning research stems from his interest in the neuromuscular response to resistance training.

Rob’s work also attempts to improve our understanding of why some people need longer to recover from strenuous exercise than others. This has implications for individual athlete recovery and training strategies to help reduce injury risk.

By translating his laboratory findings into the real world of elite sport, the overarching aim of Rob’s research is to improve applied practice in strength and conditioning.

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MR DAVE CLARK Strength and Conditioning

“I very much enjoy drawing upon my wealth of applied experience and research knowledge to provide real-world examples and explanations during my teaching. This ensures students receive an engaging and interactive learning experience.”

Dave has over 20 years’ experience as a high performance Strength and Conditioning coach. He was formerly Head of Fitness at the Irish Rugby Football Union, Head of Strength and Conditioning at the Sportscotland Institute of Sport and National Fitness Coach at the Welsh Rugby Football Union.

He also contributed to the establishment of the UK Strength and Conditioning Association and served on the first Board of Directors. Dave’s

PhD studies focused on the neuromuscular response of the trunk muscles to increases in load in the Free Barbell Back Squat. He is also particularly interested in investigating the acute and chronic effects of selected strength and conditioning training exercises and modalities.

Clinical Exercise Physiology MSc Open to international students

This masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology focuses on the practical application of research, including intermediate life support and phlebotomy.

Why study this course at LJMU?

This masters is ideal for those that want to work with applied science in a clinical setting. It will enable you to apply your knowledge to effective assessments that consider risk, lifestyle and behaviour and ultimately contribute to the motivation and rehabilitation processes of patients.

The programme has been developed by world-leading academics in our pioneering School of Sport and Exercise Sciences. Student numbers are capped at 20 for this highly competitive course to give you dedicated access to staff and facilities.

The curriculum is informed by a world-class research infrastructure with over 20 full-time academic staff and support staff contributing to the taught modules and clinical placement.

While providing a detailed knowledge of physiology applied to clinical contexts, the programme is also designed to extend your knowledge beyond ‘classical’ exercise physiology studies and into novel techniques and theories underpinning exercise physiology and health.

In place of a traditional research project, you will have the opportunity to gain essential clinical exposure and skills based in a hospital or other clinical environment. This extensive experience affords you the unique opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge gained during the masters in a ‘real-world’ setting, and places you in a highly employable position.

The programme is delivered in the £28 million Tom Reilly Building, which provides world-class sport and exercise science facilities. Here you’ll find: 12-lead ECG and cardiopulmonary stress exercise testing equipment, ultrasound machines, echocardiography and vascular physiology, 800m2 of exercise physiology laboratory space and 100 m2 of molecular/biochemistry laboratory space.

You will study the following modules:

n Pathophysiology of Cardiovascular Disease

n Technical Training for Exercise Physiology

n Advanced Exercise Physiology and Exercise Prescription

n Promotion, Adherence and Compliance

n Clinical Placement and Thesis

n Research Methods

Teaching and assessment

The programme is designed to train you to become an effective Clinical Exercise Physiologist, and your assessed work will benefit from invaluable practical experience and cutting-edge theory.

You will need to produce: essays, laboratory reports, coursework tasks plus a substantial case report based on your 140 hour clinical placement. There will also be exams, interactive problem solving exercises and oral presentations.

Graduate employment

This postgraduate qualification will not only advance your career prospects, but also your ability to be an effective and deeply knowledgeable practitioner in this area of applied science. The substantial placement you will undertake will prepare you for a number of relevant roles in Clinical Exercise Physiology.

Many career opportunities will be available on graduation, including teaching and lecturing in schools, colleges and universities. You may choose to continue in education or research, even taking your studies to doctoral level.

Study full-time over one year or part-time over two years

Entry requirements: Minimum 2:1 in sports science, science or a related discipline.

IELTS 6.5 (minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent.

Fees: See website for details.

Programme Leader:Dr Ellen Dawson [email protected]

“The course enabled me to complete a clinical placement and gain experience that proved to be essential for me to start my career in health care. My job now involves using the technical skills I developed on the course and working in the area I completed my placement in.”James Shelley, MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology

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Robert Seaborne studied for his masters in Sport Nutrition at LJMU. He is currently undertaking a PhD in Molecular Physiology.

“I was lucky enough to study Sport Science at undergraduate level at LJMU and, in my third year, became interested in continuing my studies with what was then a new masters in Sport Nutrition. I love Liverpool, it is a great place to live and work and so it was an easy decision to carry on studying here.

Postgraduate study was what I expected in terms of it being a big jump up from

undergraduate study. You are treated more as a researcher than a student and that was a surprise – albeit a good one.

There were a lot of highlights on my masters programme but I would say the main one was the variety. I could be working with cells and muscles in the lab one day and advising elite rugby players the next.

One of the big positives about LJMU is its warm environment. The University has adopted the feel of the city, it is like a family, you never feel out of place and that means you can maximise your potential. The support

you get here is great too, the staff are always there for you whether that is face-to-face, at the end of a phone or using email or skype.

In terms of preparing you for work, the University is great. I was looking at jobs with football and rugby clubs in case I couldn’t do my PhD and I don’t think I could have been in a better position to apply.

My masters 100% set me up for what I am doing now and, looking back, postgraduate study was one of the best decisions I have ever made.”


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Argentinian Irene Heyn came to Liverpool in 2016 to study for her masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology at LJMU.

“After my undergraduate degree I decided that further study was not for me and I would not be returning to education. Some years later, however, whilst travelling in New Zealand, I met an academic who was teaching on a Clinical Exercise Physiology programme. The more I heard about the programme the more interested I became and I soon decided that it was what I wanted to do. I felt that my undergraduate studies had not led me anywhere in particular so by

specialising in something I really believed in I would finally find the career I really wanted.

Having decided to study in Europe, LJMU was an obvious choice due to its league table position. I also had some knowledge of the city, having travelled to Liverpool a couple of years ago and made some friends here.

The course is everything I could have hoped for. I wouldn’t say that masters study is incredibly hard, I would just say that it is a matter of time management. As I work full-time I sometimes find it difficult to juggle everything but I get it done because I know will be worth the effort.

I would recommend postgraduate study to anyone who has real passion and drive. The knowledge of the academics at LJMU is of such a high standard, the labs are superbly well equipped for practical work and the placements we undertake mean that we can put all of our academic learning into practice.

Outside of my studies I have come to feel very much at home in Liverpool. It is such a welcoming place and I have found a second family here now. The people are great and you never feel lonely here and that’s a big thing when you are far away from home.”


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Exercise Physiology Open to international students MSc, PgDip, PgCert

“The MSc Exercise Physiology provided

the opportunity to develop skills for a

career in research and academia. Guided by

excellent academic staff I acquired both the theoretical and practical

knowledge that has underpinned much of

my career to date.”Dr Amarjit Saini, Post-Doctoral Researcher,

Molecular Exercise Physiology

This Masters programme is delivered by world-leading experts. You will have access to excellent facilities, geared towards both classical physiology and molecular exercise physiology research.


There has never been a more exciting time to undertake an MSc in Exercise Physiology. Sport represents one of the world’s major businesses and scientists have an increasingly prominent role in working with athletes, coaches, governing bodies and industry to help optimise elite performance. Sport and Exercise Sciences is also playing an increasingly important role in society by promoting exercise for healthy aging and the prevention of premature death from cardiovascular disease, cancer and obesity.

This course has been developed by world-leading researchers in our pioneering School of Sport and Exercise Science. It is ideal if you want to go on to specialise in physiology-related studies at doctoral level for academic and professional development or if you aspire to a professional career in exercise physiology. It aims to develop graduates that are able to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgments in the absence of incomplete data, and communicate their conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

The programme provides a detailed knowledge of physiology applied to sport and exercise contexts, but is also designed to extend your knowledge beyond ‘classical’ exercise physiology studies and into the new arena of molecular exercise physiology. The curriculum is informed by a world class research infrastructure with over 20 full-time academic staff and support staff contributing to the taught modules and research dissertation.

You will gain extensive practical experience not only in physiology laboratory tests but also ‘wet laboratory’ bench skills. Academic development is also provided in fundamental scientific techniques including research methods, statistical analysis and scientific communication.

The MSc is delivered in the £28 million Tom Reilly Building, which provides world-class sport and exercise science facilities including 800m2 of exercise physiology laboratory space and 100m2 of molecular/biochemistry laboratory space.


n Molecular Exercise Physiology

n Physiological Assessment

n Integrative Physiology and Metabolic Regulation

n Applied Practice in Exercise Physiology

n Contemporary Research in Exercise Physiology

n Research Methods

n Masters Research Project


Each module has specific learning objectives which are formally assessed via: essays, laboratory reports, exams, case studies, oral presentations, statistical reports, a viva and the dissertation. Oral presentations and written essays include: experiment design/ hypothesis generation, research project proposals and case reports.

You must demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems and be able to act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional level.

Graduate employment

This course has been designed to develop the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment in roles requiring initiative, personal responsibility, decision making and independent learning ability.

On graduation, many students continue in education, research or applied exercise science, with a significant number continuing their studies to doctoral level in the UK and overseas. Past graduates have taken positions as applied practitioners in sports and exercise science support programmes within a variety of professional sports clubs and national governing bodies of sport, others have gone on to work as strategic sport science officers and consultants in professional sport settings, including sports clubs, governing bodies, private healthcare and start-up businesses.


Entry Requirements:

Minimum 2:1 in sport science or a related discipline.

IELTS 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component).


Programme Leader:Professor Jatin Burniston [email protected]

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Professional Doctorate in Applied Sport and Exercise Science

Open to international students

This Professional Doctorate in Applied Sport and Exercise Science enables you to create and interpret new knowledge associated with your own professional practice in Applied Sport and Exercise Science.


Applied Sport and Exercise Science is an established discipline with growing opportunities for qualified professionals. This professional doctorate represents a unique opportunity to create and interpret new professional knowledge at doctoral level.

Designed to support the creation and interpretation of new professional practice, the course is focused around the competences of research, consultancy, teaching, training and generic professional skills and standards, including the ethics of applied practice.

The programme offers trainees the tailored, specific support that best facilitates their own professional development. Staff who deliver the programme are leaders in their research field and have significant experience in helping trainees create and interpret a range of professional skills, specifically those associated with applied research.

In the REF 2014, the Research Institute of Sport and Exercise Sciences achieved an exceptional grade point average (GPA) of 3.57, with 62% of all research activity being ranked as 4* (world-leading, the highest possible score).


n Professional Planning and Training for Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences

n Professional Practice in Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences

n Reflection in Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences


Programme assessments include: a professional training audit, reports, reflections and a viva voce examination. For research, you will be expected to produce a systematic review, two publishable papers and a consultancy report.

Graduate employment

Opportunities for professional training at doctoral level are increasingly important for vocational careers within both sport and exercise. Indeed, employment opportunities in Applied Sport and Exercise Science have become increasingly professionalised in recent years. As a consequence there is a need for individuals to demonstrate high level professional and personal skills.

A growing number of Applied Sport and Exercise Science graduates work in applied settings as practitioners and promoters, as well as taking employment in applied sport and exercise science education, teaching and research positions.

Study full-time over two years or part-time over four years

Entry requirements: A sport science related masters qualification or an appropriate MPhil award in a sport science discipline.

IELTS 7.0 (minimum 6.5 in each component) or equivalent.


Programme Leader:Professor Barry Drust [email protected]

“The applied nature of the programme is something that immediately attracted me to the course. All of the quality information is delivered in a manner that enables its direct application to my professional setting. That said, the programme has equal emphasis on personal development. The combined result being an improvement in me as an applied practitioner.”Matthew Green

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Professional Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology

Open to international students

This Professional Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology is a BPS accredited and HCPC approved programme designed to meet the requirements for BPS Stage 2 training in Sport and Exercise Psychology and eligibility for registration as a Sport and Exercise Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).


The programme is designed around small-group teaching and personal supervision to ensure trainees receive the tailored, individual support that best facilitates their own professional development. Learning is underpinned by high-grade research activity.

Staff delivering the programme have significant experience in helping trainees develop the competencies required by practitioner psychologists. You will work closely with tutors who are leaders in their research field and experts in training. They provide a supportive and friendly environment to progress your training and career.

On graduation from this programme you should be able to demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional level. You can look forward to career opportunities in Sport and Exercise Psychology professional practice and promotion, as well as education, teaching and research.


n Planning Training in Sport and Exercise Psychology

n Sport and Exercise Psychology Professional Practice

n Reflection in Sport and Exercise Psychology


Various assessment methods are used, including a log and diary of professional practice, case studies and reflections on each competence plus a viva voce examination.

In terms of research, you will be expected to produce a number of publishable papers and submit them to peer-reviewed journals.

Graduate employment

A growing number of Sport and Exercise Psychology graduates work in applied settings as Sport and Exercise Psychology practitioners and promoters, as well as taking employment in Sport and Exercise Psychology education, teaching and research positions.

For more details on the career options for Sport and Exercise psychologists, please consult the British Psychological Society.

Study full-time over two years or part-time over four years

Entry requirements: A good honours degree in psychology and GBC, a BPS Accredited MSc in sport and exercise psychology - normally at merit level or higher - plus a suitable placement opportunity.



Programme Leader:Dr Martin Eubank - [email protected]

“The programme fits well with the BPS standards in terms of aims, assessment, supervisors and placements.”Joanne Stockton, Professional Doctorate student

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Sport and Clinical Biomechanics Open to international students MSc

“I would highly recommend the MSc

programme to anyone interested in pursuing

future academic study or industry work in

biomechanics. The classes are small

and there is excellent communication with

lecturers who are passionate about their

research.”Charlotte Apps, graduate now completing

her PhD

Study Sport and Clinical Biomechanics in the world-leading School of Sport and Exercise Sciences. This masters degree features extensive training in lab-based skills plus analysis of contemporary issues.


The study of Sport and Clinical Biomechanics opens up a world of scientific innovation, research and clinical treatments that can impact the performance of the human body in a sporting context.

Developed by world-leading researchers from our pioneering School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, this programme is ideal for physiotherapists who wish to deepen their biomechanical expertise. Modules complement the specific expertise of the biomechanics staff and cover topics such as: gait analysis and virtual rehabilitation, muscle and tendon mechanics and biomechanical assessment and injury prevention.

In the 2014 REF 97% of research from the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences was considered world-leading or internationally excellent*, helping to ensure that our postgraduate courses are positioned at the forefront of developments in the musco-skeletal field.

Your own research and the application of musculo-skeletal treatment practices will benefit from unique access to a wide-range of biomechanical equipment in the award-winning Tom Reilly building. This includes: multiple force platforms, four 3D motion capture systems, wireless EMG, high speed video cameras, ultrasound, isokinetic dynamometry and the latest analysis methods and software (e.g. Visual 3D, SIMImotion).

You’ll also use our dedicated Movement Function Research Laboratory which was established to assess movement function, dysfunction and rehabilitation with a focus on movement re-training. You will receive applied training in the use of the equipment and advanced techniques to facilitate independent usage.

* Research Quality Index data provided by Research Professional and available via Research Fortnight.


n Technical Training in Biomechanics

n Research Methods

n Current Issues in Biomechanics

n Clinical Movement Analysis

n Biomechanical Assessment in Sport and Exercise

n Muscle-tendon Mechanics


You will be assessed via: interactive problem solving exercises, oral presentations in front of a peer group, coursework, essays - in some cases combined with oral defence and your research project proposal.

You will also complete a dissertation involving a substantial piece of research, submitted in a written thesis format, followed by a viva voce with biomechanics staff.

Graduate employment

This course is underpinned by a number of learning outcomes aligned with the Department of Health Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF). Many careers are available to you on graduation. You may choose to continue in education, research or a health-related applied setting. Several students have gone into teaching and lecturing in schools, colleges and universities.

Practicing physiotherapists will be able to enhance service provision by applying their biomechanical knowledge and skills and others will be able to use their expertise as applied practitioners.

On graduation you can look forward to working in clinical or sports biomechanics and/or academic and professional development.

Past graduates have gone on to roles including: Lecturer, PhD Student, Gait Analyst, English Institute of Sport Biomechanist, UK Representative for Biomechanical Equipment, Research Assistant and Post-Doctoral Researcher. Some have also gone into medicine.


Entry Requirements: Minimum 2:1 in physiotherapy, physical sciences, sport or another relevant discipline which has a substantial biomechanics component at Level 6.



Programme Leader:Dr Mark Lake - [email protected]

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Sport Nutrition MSc Open to international students

This Sport Nutrition masters programme is taught by academics dedicated to developing scientific research into athlete-centred nutrition and extending our contemporary understanding of exercise metabolism.


This popular masters programme investigates how nutrition can maximise the health, body composition and performance of athletes. It opens up a world of scientific innovation, research and the related application of specially designed nutritional support that can help sportspeople to overcome setbacks and achieve their goals.

You will learn to make decisions in complex and unpredictable situations and you will ultimately contribute to the essential support framework demanded by the sport industry for success. The course is accredited by SENr, allowing graduates direct entry onto the SENr Graduate register.

The course offers a unique blend of theoretical science and applied skills taught by world-leading academics engaged in nutritional consultancy with major sports organisations. Staff currently provide nutrition support to Premiership Football, Super League Rugby League, European Rugby Union, professional golfers, professional jockeys, professional and amateur boxers, Team Sky Cycling, professional tennis players, Professional and Track Cycling, UK Anti Doping and many more.

The programme is aimed at individuals with a degree in sports science, dietetics, or nutrition who want to build their specific knowledge in sports nutrition.

The course has a low student : staff ratio which allows a close level of academic and pastoral support within a friendly and informal atmosphere. Teaching takes place in small groups and draws on the world-class facilities in our award-winning Tom Reilly Building.


n Fundamental Sport Nutrition

n Practical Sport Nutrition

n Research Skills

n Exercise Metabolism

n Supplements and Drugs in Sport


Our team of world-leading academics carefully design course delivery and assessment around their leading edge research to ensure that your learning experience is based on the latest information and relevant to effective practice in Sport Nutrition.

A diverse range of assessments are used within the programme including: laboratory reports, case studies, oral presentations, statistical reports, short answer exams, practical oral exams, viva and the dissertation.

Graduate employment

The integrated and critical nature of the programme promotes qualities and skills relevant to employability within the sports nutrition field. The degree is ideal for individuals looking to work as sports nutritionists with national governing bodies such as the EIS.

Graduates have typically secured roles as full-time or part-time Sport Nutritionists working in professional sports clubs and/or national Institutes of sport. Past graduates now work for: Everton FC, Warrington Wolves, The RFU, The EIS and Team Sky. Some also work as self-employed Sport Nutritionists with professional and amateur athletes. One former student has set up her own business in the Isle of Man.

Most graduates pursue accreditation with SENr and seek work in the field of sport nutrition. The degree is also ideally suited for strength and conditioning practitioners looking to increase their knowledge and applied skills in nutrition, and those interested in using exercise nutrition to improve the health of the general public.

“The MSc has been an amazing experience. Not only have I been on a placement with GB Gymnastics and the EIS but my eyes have been opened to the research and science side of sport nutrition.”Ailish McLaughlin, Sport Nutrition MSc

Study full-time over one year

Entry requirements:

Minimum 2:1 in sport science, dietetics, nutrition or a related subject plus practical, applied experience.



Programme Leader:Dr Graeme Close [email protected]

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Sport Psychology Open to international students MSc

“Throughout the MSc Sport Psychology at

LJMU, I developed some great relationships with incredibly experienced

and supportive staff. These had a hugely

positive impact on my ability to work in sport,

gain a PhD and become the practitioner

I am today.”Darren Devaney,

England and Wales Cricket Board

Complete this BPS-accredited Stage one Masters in Sport Psychology under the guidance of academics with a high level of expertise and experience in Sport Psychology research and applied practice.


The School of Sport and Exercise Science has been delivering this programme for over 20 years, always keeping our course design current so that you can apply the most relevant theory within your practice.

The programme is British Psychological Society accredited for applicants with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) and offers a route into Stage Two training to become a HCPC Registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist. We have a strong ethos of theory and applied knowledge, and it is this learning practice that we instill in our postgraduates – a style of knowledge transfer that no other BPS accredited course offers.

As a postgraduate on this programme you will experience a rich and highly relevant education and be able to grow as a research academic in this elite environment of thought-leaders from the field of Sport and Exercise Psychology. You will develop consultancy skills and the knowledge to counsel sportspeople. The results of your work and the effect it will have on an athlete’s physical and conscious development, will become one of your key outcomes.

As a School we welcome applications from ambitious psychology graduates keen to contribute to our portfolio of experience and produce their own research grounded in the real world. Our commitment to your ability to support the performance of sportspeople remains our primary focus, and members of our academic team have been specially selected for their expertise in this area.


n Research Project

n Research Methods and Techniques in Sport Psychology

n Professional Practice in Sport Psychology

n Performance and Development Issues in Sport Psychology

n Frameworks, Skills and Approaches in Sport Psychology


Assessment is varied and relevant to contemporary research and course design. It includes: essays, oral presentations, consultancy reports, a research proposal and ethics application, research papers and a viva.

Graduate employment

The integrated and critical nature of the programme promotes qualities and skills relevant to employability within the sport psychology field and many career opportunities are open to you on graduation.

A large number of graduates continue in education, research or applied work, including ‘Stage 2’ training. They go into teaching and lecturing in schools, colleges and universities or continue their studies with a doctoral research/training programme.

Some graduates have engaged in sports science support and/or athlete support programmes with national governing bodies and professional sports clubs or acted as consultants in professional sport settings.


Entry requirements: For the BPS accredited award you must have Graduate Basis for Certified Membership (GBC) on entry and usually a minimum 2:1 in sport psychology, psychology or a related combined award.

IELTS 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent. For non-standard application details please see the online course information.


Programme Leader:Dr Mark Nesti [email protected]

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Strength and Conditioning MSc Open to international students Our MSc programme in Strength and Conditioning has been developed to produce world-class, research-informed practitioners and researchers.


This Strength and Conditioning MSc invites you to engage in: scientific innovation, research and the related application of specially designed strength and conditioning support to help sportsmen and women achieve their goals.

You will learn to make decisions in unpredictable situations and you will ultimately contribute to the essential support framework demanded by the sport industry for success. Cutting-edge research and applied practice will be at the heart of your professional development.

The programme is aimed at individuals with a degree in sport and exercise science or a related subject who want to build their specific knowledge in strength and conditioning.

The programme is delivered by world-leading strength and conditioning practitioners and researchers from our pioneering School of Sport and Exercise Sciences. You will have access to state-of-the-art strength and conditioning facilities, including our physiology and biomechanics labs in the award-winning Tom Reilly Building, as well as our high performance gym.

During the three-month, full-time applied placement in semester three, you will also benefit from the strong links we have with some of the best sporting institutions in the UK and abroad. This includes the English Institute of Sport and clubs within the Rugby League Super League and Championship, the Rugby Union Championship, the English Football League, the Football Association Women’s Super League, the Gaelic Sports Research Centre, British Rowing and many more. This applied placement will enable you to develop your applied skills and research knowledge acquired in the first two semesters and increase your network in the applied field, giving you enhanced employment prospects.

On successful completion of the programme, you will be able to deal with complex issues within strength and conditioning. You will also have the knowledge to communicate and implement your recommendations with clients, specialist and non-specialist audiences.

The course has a low student: staff ratio which allows a close level of academic and pastoral support within a friendly and informal atmosphere.


n Research Methods

n Applied Practice in Coaching, Planning and Monitoring Sciences

n Applied Fundamental Strength and Conditioning Practices Part 1

n Physiology of Strength and Conditioning

n Biomechanics of Strength and Conditioning

n Applied Fundamental Strength and Conditioning Practices Part 2

n Applied placement


Our team of world-leading academics carefully design course delivery and assessment around their leading edge research to ensure that your learning experience is based on the latest information and relevant to effective practice in strength and conditioning.

A diverse range of assessments are used within the programme including: essays, exams, case studies, presentations, laboratory reports, literature reviews and practical assessments.

Graduate employment

LJMU has an excellent reputation for employability.

On graduation you can look forward to career opportunities as an applied practitioner in strength and conditioning, in teaching and lecturing, and in doctoral research programmes.

“If you are planning to pursue a career in strength and conditioning, I would 100% recommend this course, as I believe it’s the best masters course available in this subject area. I want to work in elite sport. I know the path is not going to be an easy one, however this course will better prepare me for my goal than any other course available.”Richard Armstrong

Study full-time over one year

Entry requirements: Minimum 2:1 honours degree in sport and exercise sciences or a related subject.

IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component


Programme Leader:Dr Rob Erskine [email protected]

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n Biomechanicsn Physiologyn Psychologyn Chronobiologyn Human development and ageingn Exercise and cardiovascular physiologyn Health and activityn Molecular exercise physiologyn Muscle physiologyn Nutritionn Perceptual motor skillsn Behavioural neurosciencen Child health and activityn Sociology and managementn Science and football

Current research projects are funded by

grants from charities, industrial sponsors,

international agencies, governments and

sports bodies. We welcome applications for

doctorial research in all of the above areas.

Research opportunitiesWork alongside leading researchers, using world-class labs and other facilities.

The MPhil can be studied full-time over 12 months or part-time over up to 48 months. The PhD can be studied full-time over 24 months or part-time over up to 84 months.

The Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Sciences (RISES) has a proud history of innovation in teaching, research and student support. Research activities range from studies on athletes to studies on the elderly and from cellular level to whole-body responses.

RISES is organised into four research groups focusing on: Biomechanics; Brain and Behaviour; Cardiorespiratory Science plus Exercise Metabolism and Adaptation. There are also two ‘exchanges’: the Football Exchange and the Physical Activity Exchange.

Key areas of research expertise include:

For more information please visit: ljmu.ac.uk/sps/RISES

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All LJMU students have access to a wealth of support services to make your time with us as happy and fulfilling as possible.

Counselling and mental healthOur free service offers one-to-one and group counselling sessions, as well as mental health guidance and support.

DisabilityWe have disability co-ordinators in every academic School and an on-site assessment room for those with additional needs.

English language support for international studentsWe provide pre-sessional English courses for those whose language capability does not meet entry requirements. See ljmu.ac.uk/isc for more details.

FundingOur team provide information on postgraduate funding including loans, grants and bursaries as well as offering guidance on budgeting and money management.

Spiritual support Confidential, non-judgemental pastoral care and support is available for students of all beliefs and backgrounds. We have facilities for quiet meditation, prayer and contemplation on each campus, as well as dedicated space for Muslim prayers.

Student advice and wellbeingOur team offer advice and guidance on issues ranging from health to accommodation and childcare.

Study skillsWorkshops are available on various aspects of postgraduate study, including academic writing, effective reading skills, exam and revision skills, report writing and IT skills.

Support for international studentsAs well as a ‘meet and greet’ service when you arrive in the UK, our international team will help with issues such as your visa, setting up a UK bank account and an email address and registering with the police, contact: [email protected]

Student support“In my opinion the support on offer is one of the main benefits of studying at LJMU.”Stephen Smith, LJMU student

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Career guidance

“My studies at LJMU and the help I have received from the careers team have given me the confidence to go out and work in industry,

applying the knowledge and skills I have gained at LJMU.”Omer Chiyoyo Kamwena, LJMU student

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Research shows that postgraduates earn, on average, 24% more than those with an undergraduate degree.

Postgraduate study at LJMU is geared towardsmeeting the needs of employers and animpressive 96% of our postgraduates are in workor further study six months after graduation.*

Develop the skills you needWe offer an exceptional careers supportservice which enables you to demonstrate topotential employers that you have the skills andexperience they are looking for.

Additional supportOur careers centre runs regular workshops and webinars covering topics such as CV writing, application forms, interviews, assessment centres, psychometric testing and more. Our Faculty careers zones at Byrom Street, IM Marsh and the Aldham Robarts library host regular employer visits where you can meet, network and discuss career opportunities.

Careers support for postgraduate researchersCatering for the specific needs of Postgraduate researchers, our three month ‘Your Career, Your Choice’ programme enables you to complete up to 12 interactive workshops. You will receive one-to-one career coaching as well as developing practical skills in writing impactful CVs, job hunting, preparing for interviews and creating an online profile.

Entrepreneurship If you have ambitions to be your own boss or work freelance, expert help is available from our Centre for Entrepreneurship. As well as providing mentoring services, the Centre helps entrepreneurs to achieve key milestones by offering advice on a wide range of topics including access to funding.

*HESA 2016

AccommodationAll new LJMU students are guaranteed a room endorsed by the University no matter what your level of study.

For further details of University endorsed accommodation, go to: ljmu.ac.uk/postgraduate/accommodation

For details of private rental accommodation go to: liverpoolstudenthomes.org.uk

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Funding your studiesAn annual tuition fee is payable for all postgraduate courses, either in full at the beginning of the academic year or in instalments throughout the year.

For details of full and part-time annual tuition fees, please see individual programme factfiles. You can search for your specific programme at ljmu.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate

For information about loans, scholarships and bursaries to fund your postgraduate study, go to: ljmu.ac.uk/postgraduate-funding

LJMU graduates will also find details of the 20% tuition fee reduction here.

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School of Sport and Exercise SciencesByrom Street, Liverpool, L3 3AF

T: 0151 231 2888E: [email protected]: ljmu.ac.uk/scs

@LJMUThe University offers the information contained in this brochure as a general guide only to prospective postgraduate students wishing to apply for a place at the University to start a course in 2018. It does not constitute or form part of any contract and is not binding on prospective students, students or the University. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press (February 2018) and the University hopes to provide the programmes and facilities set out in this brochure. However, some changes will inevitably occur in the interval between publication and the academic year to which the brochure relates and the University reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to courses and facilities if necessary. Applicants should not rely solely on this brochure and should use this brochure in conjunction with the University website.

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