PhD High intensity exercise and performance measures

PhD Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Prospective PhD applicants are expected to hold a taught Masters degree in a relevant subject area. The university typically requires a minimum of 65% as the standard for academic performance in the completed Masters program.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS Requirement: An overall IELTS score of 6.5 or 7.0 is required, with no individual band score falling below 6.0.
• TOEFL Requirement: A minimum overall score of 92 on the TOEFL is accepted, with no sub-score in any section falling below 20.
• PTE Requirement: A minimum overall score of 62 with no individual score below 59.

Students must provide:

• Academic marksheets & transcripts
• Letters of recommendation
• A personal statement - SOP
• Passport
• Other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some PhD courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Abertay University offers several types of scholarships for international Ph.D. students, each with its own criteria and benefits. 

Merit-Based Scholarships: Awards based on academic excellence, research potential, and achievements. Merit-based scholarships aim to attract high-achieving students to contribute to the university's research community.

Research-Specific Scholarships: Some scholarships are dedicated to students undertaking research in specific fields. These may align with the university's strategic research priorities or emerging academic disciplines.

Partnership Scholarships: Collaborative initiatives between Abertay University and external partners may result in specific scholarships. These aim to strengthen ties with organizations, industries, or governments.

Graduates of Abertay University's PhD program in High Intensity Exercise and Performance Measures are well-equipped for dynamic and impactful careers in the fields of sports science, exercise physiology, and fitness. The program's specialized focus on understanding and optimizing high-intensity exercise performance opens up a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals passionate about advancing human performance. 

Exercise Physiologist: PhD graduates can pursue careers as exercise physiologists, conducting research and applying principles to optimize high-intensity exercise performance. They work with athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and clinical populations to design personalized training programs and enhance overall health.

Sports Scientist: Individuals may choose to work as sports scientists, contributing to sports performance research and development. They collaborate with sports teams, athletes, and coaches to implement evidence-based strategies that improve performance in high-intensity sports and activities.

Performance Analyst: Graduates can become performance analysts, utilizing their expertise to analyze and interpret data related to high-intensity exercise. They work with sports teams, fitness centers, or research institutions to assess performance metrics and provide insights for optimization.

Fitness Program Developer: PhD holders may pursue careers in developing high-intensity fitness programs for various populations. They design challenging and effective workouts, considering physiological responses, biomechanics, and psychological factors to create programs tailored to specific fitness goals.

Health and Wellness Consultant: Individuals interested in promoting overall health may work as health and wellness consultants. They advise on incorporating high-intensity exercise into lifestyle changes, considering individual health conditions and fitness levels.

Clinical Exercise Physiologist: Graduates may specialize in clinical settings, working as clinical exercise physiologists. They design exercise interventions for individuals with chronic conditions, optimizing high-intensity exercise to improve health outcomes under medical supervision.

Research Scientist in Sports Science: With a focus on academia, individuals can pursue careers as research scientists in sports science. They contribute to scholarly research, publish articles in peer-reviewed journals, and advance the understanding of high-intensity exercise and its effects on performance.

Corporate Fitness Director: PhD holders may work in corporate settings as fitness directors, overseeing wellness programs that incorporate high-intensity exercise. They collaborate with organizations to enhance employee health and well-being.

Biomechanics Specialist: Individuals with an interest in biomechanics can become specialists in assessing and optimizing movement patterns during high-intensity exercise. They may work in sports research, equipment development, or injury prevention.

Sports Performance Coach: Graduates can pursue careers as sports performance coaches, working with individual athletes or sports teams to enhance performance through tailored high-intensity training programs.

Health Education Specialist: Individuals may work in health education, promoting the benefits of high-intensity exercise in community settings, schools, or public health programs.

Fitness Technology Consultant: PhD holders can contribute to the development of fitness technologies, working as consultants to ensure that high-intensity exercise technologies are evidence-based, user-friendly, and aligned with fitness goals.

Physical Activity and Exercise Advisor: Graduates may advise governmental bodies and public health organizations on incorporating high-intensity exercise recommendations into national physical activity guidelines.