Specialist master's courses from the Department for Health

Find out more about our courses and explore why Bath is a great place to study. We offer a mixture of distance learning and campus-based courses.

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The right course for you

View our courses to find out what matches your interests and aspirations.

Campus-based degrees

Study in-person on our Bath campus.

MSc Sport Management

Study the business and policy aspects of the fast-evolving sports industry. This course, co-developed by our Department for Health and the School of Management, aims to develop your ability to assess sports and exercise services and events, and respond to the challenges of this rapidly evolving industry.

Distance learning degrees

Study from wherever works for you. Our distance learning courses are mostly self-led, using online resources provided by the University, but you will have opportunities to visit our campus.

MSc Football Medicine in association with FIFA

Developed in partnership with FIFA, this specialist master's course is for qualified doctors looking to gain the skills needed to conduct clinical practice in football settings. Through his degree, you'll benefit from Bath’s clinical expertise and FIFA’s industry insights, and even have chance to visit FIFA's medical facilities in Zurich, Switzerland.

MSc Sport and Exercise Medicine

This is a specialist academic and clinical online master's course exclusively for qualified doctors. You'll develop the in-depth knowledge and clinical skills you need to conduct clinical practice in sport and exercise settings.

MSc Sports Physiotherapy

Made for qualified physiotherapists, this master's course has been created to enhance your knowledge of sports physiotherapy, athlete management and performance enhancement.

A great place to study

Highly ranked in independent league tables, we are known for excellence in teaching and research, a superb student experience, and providing outstanding preparation for the workplace.

98% of our submitted research activity for Sport & Exercise Sciences, Leisure & Tourism was rated world-leading or internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.
We placed joint 6th in the UK for Sport & Exercise Sciences, Leisure & Tourism in the Times Higher Education (THE) REF 2021 Rankings
Bath is one of the top 10 universities in the UK, according to the Complete University Guide's 2025 rankings

University Rankings and Reputation

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Study flexibly with distance learning

Our MSc Football Medicine in association with FIFA, MSc Sport and Exercise Medicine and MSc Sports Physiotherapy degree courses are delivered via part-time distance learning.

We are one of just a few universities offering these types of courses, which provide the convenience of being able to complete your studies while remaining in clinical practice.

In addition to online content which will be accessible on a flexible basis, you will take part in residential teaching weeks to support your practical and clinical examination training.

Find out more about distance learning with us

Join a research-led department

Our Department for Health undertakes a wide variety of research, the impact of which ranges from influencing international policy and practice, through to generating millions of pounds of cost savings for governments.

Researchers in the department are exploring topics such as participation in physical activity among older demographics and the impact of social media on mental health. Bath research also helped Team GB at the 2022 Olympic Winter Games.

As a student, you will have access to research generated by several research centres and groups, including our world-leading Centre for Pain Research (CPR).

Learn more about the Department

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Employability at the heart of your studies

We know that graduate prospects are really important to our students, and we want to do all we can to support you in securing the career you want.

Alongside your studies, we offer a number of courses, workshops and resources designed to help you build key skills in the areas you desire.

We also have a dedicated Careers Service which can offer advice on your career plan and help you get in contact with employers.

Get in touch

If you have any questions about our courses, you can contact our admissions team.