MSc

Sport and Exercise Biomechanics

Teaching & Learning

*core modules for students completing the full programme within standard timescales

If you don’t complete four of the core discipline modules, you will be able to choose one option module. These can be chosen from either the four core biomechanics modules below or the option modules listed.

What you'll learn

You will complete a research project of your choosing under the supervision of a member of academic staff. Ideally you will aim to produce research of a publishable quality.
Learn the core skills you will need to be a successful sports psychologist. You will have the opportunity to apply the techniques you've studied and explore traditional and modern approaches to psychology consultancy.
You'll be introduced to different styles and approaches to designing research and analysis. And you'll learn to take a more critical approach to theory and evidence, providing the basis for your own master’s level research.
Develop and appreciate the principles underpinning the function and operation of a range of biomechanical equipment. You'll have a critical understanding of the major aspects of kinematics, kinetics and other biomechanical techniques. This module will also enable you to comprehend the principles underpinning these techniques and critically evaluate how biomechanical methods can be employed to study and analyse motion in a variety of contexts. You'll be able to collect and critically analyse data using a range of equipment and appropriate ICT applications. Studying this module will enable you to critically evaluate the merits of different biomechanical equipment and analysis techniques including understanding the effect of measurement error on data collected.
Explore specific aspects of the structure and function of the neuromuscular system and their relationship with intrinsic and extrinsic factors. You will learn about the mechanical basis of joint and muscle function, as well as developing an understanding of the relationship between external and internal loading factors that can lead to injury.
Study the contemporary issues in sports biomechanics through a series of real-life scenarios. This module will enable you to utilise current concepts in biomechanics to critically analyse sports performance in a variety of settings. You'll develop an appreciation of the key mechanical factors underpinning sports performance and the use of appropriate modelling techniques. You'll understand the theoretical and practical relevance of advanced biomechanical data collection and analysis techniques. Throughout this module, you'll develop professional skills, such as problem-solving, that are relevant to the sport and exercise biomechanist.
Develop an understanding of the biomechanics of human gait. This module will enable you to gain critical knowledge of normal, pathological and competitive gait. You'll improve your knowledge of the internal and external factors that can affect gait, such as fatigue, footstrike patterns, footwear-surface interaction and ageing. Finally, you'll complete a range of laboratory-based activities to observe human gait and to assess common biomechanical methods used in gait analysis.
You will complete a research project of your choosing under the supervision of a member of academic staff. Ideally you will aim to produce research of a publishable quality.
Learn the core skills you will need to be a successful sports psychologist. You will have the opportunity to apply the techniques you've studied and explore traditional and modern approaches to psychology consultancy.
You'll be introduced to different styles and approaches to designing research and analysis. And you'll learn to take a more critical approach to theory and evidence, providing the basis for your own master’s level research.
Develop and appreciate the principles underpinning the function and operation of a range of biomechanical equipment. You'll have a critical understanding of the major aspects of kinematics, kinetics and other biomechanical techniques. This module will also enable you to comprehend the principles underpinning these techniques and critically evaluate how biomechanical methods can be employed to study and analyse motion in a variety of contexts. You'll be able to collect and critically analyse data using a range of equipment and appropriate ICT applications. Studying this module will enable you to critically evaluate the merits of different biomechanical equipment and analysis techniques including understanding the effect of measurement error on data collected.
Explore specific aspects of the structure and function of the neuromuscular system and their relationship with intrinsic and extrinsic factors. You will learn about the mechanical basis of joint and muscle function, as well as developing an understanding of the relationship between external and internal loading factors that can lead to injury.
Study the contemporary issues in sports biomechanics through a series of real-life scenarios. This module will enable you to utilise current concepts in biomechanics to critically analyse sports performance in a variety of settings. You'll develop an appreciation of the key mechanical factors underpinning sports performance and the use of appropriate modelling techniques. You'll understand the theoretical and practical relevance of advanced biomechanical data collection and analysis techniques. Throughout this module, you'll develop professional skills, such as problem-solving, that are relevant to the sport and exercise biomechanist.
Develop an understanding of the biomechanics of human gait. This module will enable you to gain critical knowledge of normal, pathological and competitive gait. You'll improve your knowledge of the internal and external factors that can affect gait, such as fatigue, footstrike patterns, footwear-surface interaction and ageing. Finally, you'll complete a range of laboratory-based activities to observe human gait and to assess common biomechanical methods used in gait analysis.

What you'll learn

Consider the evidence basis for advanced exercise testing and prescription methods. You'll discuss contemporary technological advancements and their application to sports physiology with the aim to enhance elite performance. This module will provide you with theoretical knowledge and critical skills needed to evaluate and apply such methods in the field of sports physiology.
Examine the broad range of cutting-edge issues and trends that appear within contemporary sport psychology literature, as you gain an in-depth understanding of human behaviour in the sporting environment.
You will introduced to the general principles, concepts and underpinning theory in nutrition and biochemistry necessary for the development of performance nutrition strategies.
Study the mechanisms that couple exercise training and physical inactivity with health and disease. You'll gain new insight and appreciation of the importance of physical activity for the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic disorders.
Study the effects of exercise on behaviour and mental health. You will consider both the positive and negative results of exercise, exploring its beneficial impact on well-being and cognitive function, as well as the negative implications of exercise dependence.
Critically evaluate the impact of a number of nutritional strategies, ranging from nutritional manipulation to supplementation with specific supplements, on metabolism, sports performance and health.
Consider the evidence basis for advanced exercise testing and prescription methods. You'll discuss contemporary technological advancements and their application to sports physiology with the aim to enhance elite performance. This module will provide you with theoretical knowledge and critical skills needed to evaluate and apply such methods in the field of sports physiology.
Examine the broad range of cutting-edge issues and trends that appear within contemporary sport psychology literature, as you gain an in-depth understanding of human behaviour in the sporting environment.
You will introduced to the general principles, concepts and underpinning theory in nutrition and biochemistry necessary for the development of performance nutrition strategies.
Study the mechanisms that couple exercise training and physical inactivity with health and disease. You'll gain new insight and appreciation of the importance of physical activity for the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic disorders.
Study the effects of exercise on behaviour and mental health. You will consider both the positive and negative results of exercise, exploring its beneficial impact on well-being and cognitive function, as well as the negative implications of exercise dependence.
Critically evaluate the impact of a number of nutritional strategies, ranging from nutritional manipulation to supplementation with specific supplements, on metabolism, sports performance and health.