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PhD Sport and Exercise

University of Chester

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Chester - Exton Park

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-OCT-26

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

Sport and Exercise Sciences divides its research into two distinct groups – the Sociology of Sport and Exercise, and Applied Sport and Exercise Science. With 85% of eligible staff submitted, Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 results identified 51% of our overall research profile as ‘world-leading/internationally excellent’ and 100% of our impact case studies were deemed to be very considerable in terms of their reach and significance. We provide a resource room and a regular Research Seminar Programme to support postgraduate research students as standard. We have well qualified, research-active staff who are committed to nurturing the strong and energetic research culture they have developed over the last two decades. In addition, Sport and Exercise Sciences has strong links with many UK and European universities, whereby staff and postgraduate students are able to participate in intensive collaborative exchanges, should they wish. We also have strong research links with several external partners, including: Active Cheshire, Birkebeiner (Norway), the English Institute of Sport, St Helens Rugby League Club, Warrington Wolves Rugby League Club, the England Touch Association, GB cycling, GB squash, GB water polo, GB swimming and GB taekwondo, Premiership Rugby Union clubs, Premiership and Championship Football clubs. Facilities The sports science laboratories based at the Chester learning site are available throughout the academic year for students’ use. State-of-the-art research resources include well-equipped laboratories in the following areas: Physiology (two), Biomechanics, Performance Analysis, Strength and Conditioning and Sports. Other facilities include: floodlit 3G synthetic grass pitch, floodlit AstroTurf pitch, 60m running track, 25m heated swimming pool, fitness suite, dance studio/gymnasium, a six-badminton court sports hall, two squash courts, and rugby, hockey and soccer pitches. Research Areas We are particularly keen to hear from students who would like to research any of the following areas: The applied science of rugby (league and union) The physiology of intermittent exercise Monitoring of training load in athletes Pacing in team sports Exercise-induced muscle damage and its effect on human performance Physical activity and health Physical education Young people, sport and leisure Sport policy and development.

Tuition fees

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£ 15,627per year

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University information

University of Chester

University of Chester

University of Chester

  • University League Table

    78th

  • Campus address

    University of Chester - Exton Park, University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 4BJ, United Kingdom

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With around 14,000 students from 125 countries, the University of Chester provides a vibrant, diverse and safe home for international students worldwide.
An undoubtedly beautiful city, Chester also offers a welcoming community, as well as history, culture, and plenty of activities for students to get involved in.
In 2024, the university’s Business School received the prestigious Business School of the Year award at the Times Higher Education Awards (THE).

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    59th out of 118 22

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    115 56%

    57th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    19th

    54

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 80%

    34th

    34

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