Course summary
Taught at one of the largest providers of sport in UK higher education – this course will allow you to apply the principles of sport and exercise biomechanics to support and enhance your understanding of human performance and injury. As part of your course you’ll:
- Examine the function and movement of the human body through laboratory data collection – employing cutting-edge technology such as 3D motion analysis, multicomponent dynamometry and neuromuscular imaging
- Critically assess a broad range of theories, methodologies and research findings
- Learn how to apply theories, strategies and methodologies in appropriate ways
- Develop empirical rigour in identifying solutions to complex problems
- Develop specialist knowledge - enhance your understanding of human performance
- Work with experts – learn from a teaching team engaged in research and scientific support
- State-of-the-art facilities - take advantage of the university’s new Carnegie School of Sport building
- Build your experience – engage with sport volunteering opportunities
Modules
Core Modules:
- Major Independent Study
- Professional Practice
- Research Process
- Measurement Techniques in Biomechanics
- Neuromuscular Biomechanics
- Advanced Biomechanical Analysis for the Sports Performer
- Biomechanics of Human Gait
Entry requirements
Applicants should either have at least a 2nd Class Honours degree in the cognate subjects of sport and exercise science, physical sciences, engineering, physics, biomechanics, sports technology, sports therapy, physical education or podiatry, at least a 2ond Class Honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional. Applicants whose 1st language is not English require IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE