HomeProgramme structure
The course starts in September and runs for two 12-week semesters, either side of Christmas. The course can be taken on a full-time basis over a year, or part-time over two, three or four years.
Depending on the pathway chosen, you must complete the following number of modules:
| MSc | 8 modules + 4 modules for the dissertation |
180 credits |
| PG Diploma | 8 modules | 120 credits |
There are some compulsory modules for students who wish to do the MSc or Diploma, and students must attend a minimum of one module per week in each semester. 15 M level credits are awarded for each module, and these are transferable to other programmes. The Musculoskeletal Injection of the Spine and Appendicular Skeleton module may be taken as a stand-alone module.
Practical content
The course is well known as the premier course for practical 'hands on' experience. There are six in-house clinics per week and the chance to attend professional sporting events at weekends. Other NHS and private clinics within the London area are also utilised. Visits to national centres of excellence and sporting clubs are arranged where possible. You will be expected to attend a minimum of 32 clinics over the period of the course. The clinics run throughout the week in the mornings or afternoons, and part time students need a degree of flexibility in their time off in order to be able to attend these.
Dissertation
Students taking the MSc will complete a research project. You must include original research, and the title and design of your research project must be approved by the course tutor. The research methods module will assist you in defining your research question and submitting for ethics committee approval. The research is submitted in the format of a review and a research article. The Centre hosts an Annual Scientific Conference at which students and invited speakers present their research. There is an award for the best student presentation.
Assessment
The modules are assessed by a wide variety of tools, including controlled components (written exams) and coursework (essays, case histories etc).
Entry requirements
Doctors and physiotherapists with at least one year postgraduate clinical experience. Current involvement with sport would be an advantage.
Fees
For fee information on all pathways please contact the Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine.
Travelling expenses are NOT included in the fees, however, on enrolment you can apply for a student travel card which entitles you to a reduced price on overland trains and the London Underground.
Bursaries and Scholarships
Commonwealth students may find it possible to obtain financial support through the Association for Commonwealth Universities (36 Gordon Square, London WC1H 0PE). This organisation requires a nomination for a Commonwealth Medical Scholarship from your national Ministry of Education.
Various other scholarships are also available, eg The Porritt Fellowship for doctors with FRCS.
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy produce 'Sources of funding for post-qualifying education' (Ref CPD 12) and more information can be found on their website at www.csp.org.uk [new window].
Library facilities
Queen Mary has excellent library facilities and subscribes to many journals in sport and exercise medicine. Students can access electronic journals online.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 31 July 2009
