Program Overview
The Applied Exercise and Health Science at Canterbury Christ Church University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Exercise and Health Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,050 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Canterbury, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Exercise and Health Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research methods in social and applied sciences
- Promoting health and wellbeing
- Psychology of exercise and health behaviour change
- Physical activity in health and disease
- Health and exercise with special populations
- Advanced laboratory techniques
- Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The standard offer for accepting students onto this programme is a good honours degree. Applicants from a range of undergraduate subjects (health, science, sport and exercise) will be considered.
This is in addition to a brief personal statement outlining interest and areas of specialism being considered, as well as a complete CV. The University has a well-established Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) and Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) structure in operation. Students without previous qualifications may be accepted as part of this process.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,050 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,050 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Canterbury Christ Church University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, United Kingdom
Canterbury Christ Church University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
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- Language English
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