MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology

The Clinical Exercise Physiology MSc focuses on the practical application of research. The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences is ranked first in the North West and top 20 in the world for Sports Science (QS World University Rankings 2026) This master’s course is the first in the UK to be accredited by the AHCS, which allows registration as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist Healthcare Professional upon successful completion Taught by academic staff who are world-leading researchers and AHCS-registered Clinical Exercise Physiologists, including those who pioneered the establishment of Clinical Exercise Physiologists as registered health professionals in the UK Benefit from a small class size - student numbers are capped at around 20 for this highly competitive course to give you dedicated access to staff and facilities Use state-of-the-art laboratories in our award-winning Tom Reilly Building Enjoy a combination of invaluable practical experience, including a substantial, compulsory clinical placement and theoretical learning. Our Placement Learning Support Unit will support you with sourcing a placement Access cutting-edge equipment, including 12-lead ECG and cardiopulmonary stress exercise testing equipment. We also house several ultrasound machines echocardiography and vascular physiology and we are world leaders in utilising this equipment in a practical-based setting Look forward to enhanced job opportunities in NHS and private clinical physiology There has never been a more exciting time to undertake an MSc in Clinical Exercise Physiology. Exercise now represents one of the world's major businesses and scientists have an increasingly prominent role in working with healthy and clinical populations to maintain healthy lifestyles and reduce disease. This master's programme is ideal if you want to go on to specialise in exercise physiology in a clinical setting. The course provides a detailed knowledge of physiology applied to clinical contexts, but is also designed to extend your knowledge beyond 'classical' exercise physiology studies and into novel techniques and theories underpinning exercise physiology and health. You will gain extensive practical experience in key physiology laboratory tests such as ECG and cardiopulmonary testing. You will also develop a good understanding of modern and novel ultrasound assessments of cardiovascular function. Academic development is provided in fundamental scientific techniques including research methods, statistical analysis and scientific communication.

You will need: Home International Qualification requirements Undergraduate degree Candidates will be required to have academic qualifications commensurate with entry to postgraduate study, and be able to demonstrate an aptitude for scientific study. Candidates would normally be expected to have a good honours degree (i.e., upper second or first) in sport science, science or a related discipline. Further information DBS Requirements An Enhanced DBS clearance is required to be evidenced as part of the application process for this course. Free Digital ID verification is offered to all applicants. If you are unable to use this service, you will need to visit a Post Office for identity checking, which costs £14. Extra Requirements All students will be required to go though the 'Fitness to Practice' process, which includes DBS and Occupational Health checks. RPL RPL is accepted on this programme International requirements IELTS IELTS requirements for international students are set at an overall score of 6.5 with no element below 6.5 for reading and writing and 6.0 for speaking and listening for post graduate students Further information DBS Requirements An Enhanced DBS clearance is required to be evidenced as part of the application process for this course. RPL RPL is accepted on this programme Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme.

IELTS IELTS requirements for international students are set at an overall score of 6.5 with no element below 6.5 for reading and writing and 6.0

International students: £22,000 per year

UK students: £11,450 per year

UK/Home: £11,450 per year

International: £22,000 per year

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• Liverpool John Moores University, City Campus, Liverpool, United Kingdom