Study at a leading research department with multidisciplinary expertise. With research areas from exercise science to sport coaching, follow your interests and shape the future of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences research.
Our PhD programmes are available as full-time or part-time study. The full-time route is 36 months and part-time 72 months, with study normally commencing in October. Both modes of study have an optional additional 12 months, commonly used to write up the final thesis. The first year of PhD studies is probationary. Your supervisor will identify your training needs and invite you to attend relevant training as appropriate. To successfully progress onto the next year of study students must pass an annual review.
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September 2026
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston Birmingham,
Birmingham,
United Kingdom,
B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom
2:1 Honours degree (for PhD). MPhil registration requires a relevant first degree and evidence of ability to undertake research.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
The university is known globally for its pioneering research - students benefit from trailblazing discoveries that impact international society.
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