Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- 3-4 years
- Part-time
- 84 months
- part-time option only available for UK students
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
- It is common for PhD students to begin in the October following their application, fitting to normal academic term calendars.
Language
English
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 135
- TOEFL iBT: 97
- PTE Academic: 76
- IELTS: 7
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Brighton, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Sport and Exercise Science
Overview
The University of Brighton offers a Sport and Exercise Science PhD study in both full and part-time modes and welcome students with significant professional experience, who are able to use and share the career skills they have developed, as well as those who have recently completed first degrees and wish to take advantage of their academic momentum.
Key facts
- Graduates move into successful employment across a wide range of sectors reflecting the diverse range and depth of academic, technical and interpersonal skills they gain from studying with us.
- Successful doctoral graduates have gone on to work in sectors that include education at school and university levels, government, industry, charities and self-employment.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Environmental Extremes
- Exercise for Health and Wellbeing
- Expertise and Cognitive Neuroscience
- Fatigue and Exercise
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 135
- TOEFL iBT: 97
- PTE Academic: 76
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- a recognised Masters degree with a significant research component, for example MPhil from another university, or similar qualification which is regarded by the University of Brighton as being equivalent and relevant
- or substantial appropriate research or professional experience at postgraduate level which resulted in published work, written reports or other appropriate evidence of accomplishment. An application made by someone with this experience will be considered on its merits and will normally require independent academic references
- or, unless a school exercises their right to specify more stringent entry requirements, we may consider a first or upper second honours degree or other qualification which is regarded by the University of Brighton as being equivalent and relevant
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
Non-residents: 32,081 AUD / year (≈ 16,980 GBP / year)
Domestic
Citizens or residents: 9,896 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year)
Additional Details
- £2,503 - UK Part-time fees
Living costs
Brighton, United Kingdom
1,540-2,613 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.