Specialist master's courses from the Department for Health

Find out more about our distance learning courses and explore why Bath is a great place to study your master’s degree

Which course is right for me?

View our courses to find out which one might be right for you.

MSc Football Medicine in association with FIFA

Developed in partnership with FIFA, this specialist master's course is designed 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

Specially designed for qualified physiotherapists, this online master's course aims to deepen your knowledge of sports physiotherapy, athlete management and performance enhancement.

Why study with Bath?

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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Why 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.

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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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Get in touch

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