Taught Courses - Durham University

Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences

MSc Physical Activity, Health and Society

Explore the physiological, psychological, social and political role of physical activity in our society and its impact on health. Our Physical Activity, Health and Society programme examines social and health inequalities and explores how we might use physical activity to improve equity.

Our world-leading academics deliver the programme, offering a cutting-edge curriculum and building on our collaborative expertise in these areas and associated research methods. The programme explores the vital role of physical activity in society, from policy and public health to the spaces and places which enhance, shape and curtail movement.

We’ve developed this programme to allow flexibility and choice together with academic rigour and coherence. Along with a dissertation, you’ll undertake compulsory modules which will critically examine key challenges associated with physical activity to improve health and wellbeing, and consider strategies to tackle health inequalities and social injustice.

MSc Physical Activity, Health and Society

This programme is suitable for those with a background in traditional sport and exercise sciences, as well as those with a social sciences, anthropological, natural sciences, humanities or broader disciplinary background.

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Learn more about Professor Katie Di Sebastiano

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Katie is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Programme Director for the MSc in Physical Activity, Health and Society.
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Read Katie's blog to find out what it's like to study in the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences and what to expect from the programme.

Profile

Katie is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Programme Director for the MSc in Physical Activity, Health and Society.

Blog

Read Katie's blog to find out what it's like to study in the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences and what to expect from the programme.

Undergraduates practice using pipettes and blood pressure monitors as they sit at the lab benches. Some wear purple or blue disposable gloves

The [Women’s Super League] were impressed with the knowledge I had on women’s sport [and] addressing inequalities in sport … . They mentioned the uniqueness of the [MSc in Physical Activity, Health and Society] in the interview, and could see how that increased my passion in creating equal opportunities for women in sport

Anthony Webster

MSc Physical Activity, Health & Society Graduate

The MSc of Physical Activity, Health and Society has significantly grown my depth and breadth of knowledge about sport and exercise science in ways I never would have anticipated. As a professional women's basketball player and part-time student, I've come to appreciate the efforts that academics pour into ensuring that sport is equally accessible to all.

Shanique Lucas

MSc Physical Activity, Health and Society Student

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This programme explores the vital role of physical activity in society, from policy and public health to the spaces and places that enhance, shape and curtail movement.

Funding

We offer a wide range of scholarships, awards and bursaries that are dedicated to supporting students from countries around the world.

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This course focuses on developing knowledge and skills that are highly transferable and desirable by employers, preparing our graduates to succeed in varied fields.