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PhD Sport and Physical Activity

Sheffield Hallam University

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Collegiate Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    MAY-24, OCT-24, FEB-25, MAY-25

  • Duration

    4 years

Course summary

Course summary

  • Become trained in research methods and complete a high level research project
  • Study for a higher degree by research in one of our well-respected sport and physical activity research centres.
  • Research key themes including sports engineering, physical activity and nutritional innovations for health, sports economics, and sociologies of sport and health.

Study for a higher degree by research in one of our well-respected centres. Across our Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre, Sport Industry Research Centre, Centre for Sport and Exercise Science and Centre for Sports Engineering Research, we focus on cutting-edge applied research in sport and physical activity.

How you learn

On this course you are part of a vibrant community of postgraduates, working closely with experienced academics to develop your knowledge and expertise. We support a wide range of research opportunities and help you work towards your research degree by offering

  • supervision by active researchers in your chosen area
  • access to excellent facilities and learning resources
  • part-time teaching and tutorial work to broaden your experience
  • lively debate and discussion with your peers

Future careers

Research degrees are a vital qualification for most academic careers, and for professional specialisation and development in an existing or planned career.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 16,385per year

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

University information

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University

  • University League Table

    63rd

  • Campus address

    Sheffield Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, Sheffield, S1 1WB, England

Sheffield is a diverse student city in the centre of the UK and home to over 60,000 students from all over the world.
Sheffield Hallam's relationships with top international companies helps students access internships and build connections for their future career.
Sheffield Hallam offers a range of scholarships and funding support to help towards the cost of studying in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    49th out of 85 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    130 61%

    50th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    45th

    9
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.78 76%

    77th

    17

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