The Master of Research (MRes) allows you to develop specialised research skills within a professional research setting. It's an excellent preparation for PhD studies in exercise science, which is a discipline that's becoming increasingly focused on research. Our specialist team of teaching staff are internationally renowned within their individual disciplines, with many acting as advisors to industry and sitting on the boards of international federations. Our reputation has resulted in the University providing professional development and consultancy services to an array of organisations such as the Lawn Tennis Association, UEFA, FIBA, the English Institute of Sport and Newcastle United Football Club. Given the intensity and complexity of study, the MRes qualification demonstrates your ability to go beyond undergraduate skills. In order to achieve the MRes you'll enhance your research professionalism, communcation skills and evaluative abilities. You will show that you are capable of making decisions in complex situations, and that you possess a thirst for independent learning. In addition to these personal attributes, the MRes demonstrates a high-level awareness of current research and scholarship. This will facilitate your ability to thrive in research settings related to exercise science as well as a variety of other professional fields. The course, by providing an excellent foundation in research methods, is perfect for people who wish to go on to study a PhD. It can be a great stepping stone that allows you to test out what it would be life to study for a doctorate, while earning a qualifications that's valuable in its own right. If you decide not to progress to a PhD, the MRes will demonstrate your ability to fit into any research-based setting. You'll have the skills necessary to meet the needs of employers with interests in public policy, professional research and project evaluation.