Master of Science by Research - Sports Science

The Sport and Exercise Science research at Swansea University is conducted within the Applied Sports, Technology, Exercise and Medicine (A-STEM) research center. The university engages in research, teaching, and third mission activities that break down traditional disciplinary boundaries. Swansea University stands out as the only research-intensive university in the UK where Sport and Exercise Science is housed within the Engineering department.

The research conducted in Sport and Exercise Science at Swansea University focuses on three main areas: Elite Sports Performance, Exercise Medicine and Health, and Sports Ethics, Integrity, and Governance. The university's research covers a wide range of topics, including science, technology, health, and medicine as they apply to sport, exercise, and health settings for various populations, including children, older individuals, clinical groups, and elite international athletes.

Importantly, the research in sport and exercise science at Swansea University is applied in nature and influences teaching, third mission activities, and opportunities for work-related learning. This research has a significant impact on elite sports, students, industry, patients, and the general public.