Sport and Exercise Sciences PhD 24 months PHD Programme By Anglia Ruskin University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

5,005 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

02 Jul, 2026Application Deadline

Starting Month

Jan, Apr, SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sports-Related Subjects

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Pursue original research in physiology, psychology, biomechanics or coaching/pedagogy, in highly-equipped surroundings with an innovative, expert team.

The Cambridge Centre for Sport and Exercise Sciences brings together expertise in physiology, psychology, biomechanics and coaching/pedagogy within the School of Psychology, Sport and Sensory Science.

Specialists from these disciplines collaborate on projects within four broad categories: athlete performance; recreational-based sport and exercise; health-based exercise; judo-based research.

Within this innovative and highly productive research environment we can provide you with supervision in a wide range of research topics, in well-equipped surroundings.

We host research seminars, conferences and workshops to aid knowledge-sharing and you’ll be part of a supportive postgraduate community encompassing many specialisms.

As an indication of activity within the department, here’s a brief overview of our current research projects:
  • Nitrate and VO2
  • Bicarbonate and VO2
  • Stroke volume and menstrual function
  • Visual search and anxiety in sport
  • Visual impairment and adaptive gait
  • Mobile multivariable physiological monitors and sporting performance
  • Temporal analysis of lightweight women's Judo
  • Understanding the coach-athlete relationship
Specialist facilities
You’ll be able to use specialist laboratories and equipment including:
  • Dedicated human performance suite
  • Exercise physiology laboratory
  • Biomechanics Laboratory
  • Learning Zone computer suite
In addition to our Sport and Exercise Sciences PhD, we've also identified a range of innovativeresearch project opportunities for you as a postgraduate researcher.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sports-Related Subjects

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Pursue original research in physiology, psychology, biomechanics or coaching/pedagogy, in highly-equipped surroundings with an innovative, expert team.

The Cambridge Centre for Sport and Exercise Sciences brings together expertise in physiology, psychology, biomechanics and coaching/pedagogy within the School of Psychology, Sport and Sensory Science.

Specialists from these disciplines collaborate on projects within four broad categories: athlete performance; recreational-based sport and exercise; health-based exercise; judo-based research.

Within this innovative and highly productive research environment we can provide you with supervision in a wide range of research topics, in well-equipped surroundings.

We host research seminars, conferences and workshops to aid knowledge-sharing and you’ll be part of a supportive postgraduate community encompassing many specialisms.

As an indication of activity within the department, here’s a brief overview of our current research projects:
  • Nitrate and VO2
  • Bicarbonate and VO2
  • Stroke volume and menstrual function
  • Visual search and anxiety in sport
  • Visual impairment and adaptive gait
  • Mobile multivariable physiological monitors and sporting performance
  • Temporal analysis of lightweight women's Judo
  • Understanding the coach-athlete relationship
Specialist facilities
You’ll be able to use specialist laboratories and equipment including:
  • Dedicated human performance suite
  • Exercise physiology laboratory
  • Biomechanics Laboratory
  • Learning Zone computer suite
In addition to our Sport and Exercise Sciences PhD, we've also identified a range of innovativeresearch project opportunities for you as a postgraduate researcher.

Admission Requirements

176+
6.5+
120+
61+
88+
MPhil or PhD with progression from MPhil: You’ll need a Bachelor degree or equivalent with first or upper second class honours, in a related subject area.

PhD: You’ll need a Master degree or equivalent in a related subject area.

Please note we consider candidates for PhD with progression from MPhil in the first instance. If you want to be considered for direct entry to the PhD route then this can be discussed at interview if you are shortlisted. Please note you’ll also need to provide academic justification for this request. 

If English is not your first language, you'll require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or equivalent test). If you don't meet our English language requirements, we offer a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry.

02 Jul 2026
2 Years
Jan
Apr

Tuition fees

Domestic
5,005 GBP
International
5,005 GBP

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