Program Overview
The MMedSc Sports & Exercise Medicine at University College Cork is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 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 MMedSc Sports & Exercise Medicine programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,313 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Cork, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the MMedSc Sports & Exercise Medicine 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
- Sports Injuries I: Clinical
- Exercise, General Health and Sports Medicine
- Sport and Exercise Medicine: Scientific Principles
- Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants for the MMedSc (Sport and Exercise Medicine) will be required to hold either:
a Medical qualification of the NUI or an equivalent institution, and full registration as a doctor with the Irish Medical Council
or
a Physiotherapy degree, membership of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists and experience of sports service provision, as evidenced by references and a statement detailing experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,313 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,313 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College Cork 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 University College Cork
University College Cork
Cork, Ireland
University College Cork is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-11-17
- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months