Studying movement sciences abroad

Topics you are likely to cover when studying in this field include:

• Human anatomy
• Biochemistry
• Physiology
• Physiotherapy
• Strength & conditioning
• Sport
• Motor control

Graduates of degrees in Movement Sciences are likely to go on to have careers in areas such as:

• Physiotherapy & rehabilitation
• Providing sports sciences for athletics/sporting teams
• Health promotion & research

Undergraduate programmes in Movement Sciences are most commonly offered at universities as:

• Bachelors of Science (BSc degree)/Bachelor Degree, which typically take between 3-4 years to complete when studied Full-time.
• Bachelor of Human Kinetics (BHk degree), which typically takes between 3 years to complete when studied Full-time

Entry requirements for undergraduate degrees in Movement Sciences will usually include academic achievement at the level required by your chosen university in related subject areas such as Biology, and Science. If applicable, you may also need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency in either TOEFL, IELTS tests.

Postgraduate programmes in Movement Sciences are most commonly offered at universities as:

• Masters of Science (MSc/MS degree) and Master Degree, which typically take between 1-2 years to complete when studied Full-time
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), which typically take up to 4 years when studied Full-time, or 6 years studied Part-time
• Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip), which will typically take 1 year to complete when studied Full-Time

Entry requirements for postgraduate programmes in Movement Sciences will usually include a bachelor/undergraduate degree in a related field such as Sports Science, Biology or Kinesiology.