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Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Science PhD

University of Birmingham

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Course overview Empower your career in sports and allied professions at an internationally renowned department. Become part of a unique learning environment with world leading academic research and applied practice providing high level support for your career development. The Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Science is distinct from a traditional PhD. Instead of a sole focus on academic research training, this degree has a more practical emphasis. You’ll evolve into a professional researcher capable of conducting impactful research and applying findings to enhance practices within the field of sport and exercise. This practically focused doctorate is ideal for sport professionals aiming to become practicing researchers, driving innovation and excellence in their fields. Course highlights Become an expert researcher by studying at one of the UK's leading research departments, ranked 6th in the latest Research Excellence Framework. Based in one of the UK’s largest custom-built Sport and Exercise facility, you will access state-of-the-art research labs and a wide range of equipment for diverse research areas. The research component is highly tailored, allowing you to explore diverse areas like sport and exercise science, nutrition, coaching, physiotherapy, sports medicine, sport education, and sport management. Our blended learning approach, combined with personalised tutor-student supervision, ensures flexibility. You can engage with the program’s learning requirements in a manner that suits your current professional commitments.

Application deadline

01/06/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,190per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sports Science

    6th out of 86 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 208
    143 69%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    27th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    71st

    7

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