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Sport and exercise science PhD

University of Brighton

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Eastbourne Campus, University of Brighton

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-DEC-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Specialist laboratories and facilities, dedicated and expert research teams and a network of sports and exercise community and industry partners – the University of Brighton is the perfect place for your PhD in fields allied to sports science and exercise science.We have specialist staff, laboratories, equipment and a close and dedicated academic environment with research areas dedicated to, for example, the body's reactions to environmental extremes, mechanisms of fatigue during exercise, skill acquisition and expert performance, cognitive and behavioural neuroscience, psychophysiology, exercise and nutritional interventions.Much of our research in sport science and exercise science at the university has real-world application and staff are well-connected to a variety of sporting, health, charitable and professional organisations, collaborating and translating their research to ensure impact. Our international level of research excellence influences policy and engages communities in safe and effective exercise for better health, wellbeing and performance.We offer PhD study in both full and part-time modes and welcome students with significant professional experience, who are able to use and share the career skills they have developed, as well as those who have recently completed first degrees and wish to take advantage of their academic momentum.Our graduates move into successful employment across a wide range of sectors reflecting the diverse range and depth of academic, technical and interpersonal skills they gain from studying with us. Successful doctoral graduates have gone on to work in sectors that include education at school and university levels, government, industry, charities and self-employment.

Tuition fees

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£ 16,980per year

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University information

University of Brighton

University of Brighton

University of Brighton

  • University League Table

    104th

  • Campus address

    Brighton, Mithras House, Lewes Road, Brighton, Brighton & Hove, BN2 4AT, United Kingdom

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The University of Brighton is based in one of the most diverse and happiest cities in the UK (Time Out).
Students at Brighton have plenty of fun! From trips to the beach, to nights out in town, to exploring the independent shops and cafes.
The university values all achievements and experiences and accepts a range of qualifications when making offers.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sports Science

    21st out of 86 12

  • Entry standards

    / Max 208
    109 52%

    71st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    7th

    15

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.31 83%

    27th

    9

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