The aim is to increase knowledge, skills and experience in sport, exercise and health sciences through internationally excellent research in the themes of Performance, Lifestyle and Participation. We have extensive links and research contracts with industry and education partners as well as with sport and health organisations. Knowledge gained from our research underpins the teaching and variety of learning experiences offered through the School's comprehensive range of postgraduate taught and research degrees. Our research groups are: Sports Performance; Lifestyle for Health and Wellbeing; Participation in Sport and Exercise. Our staff expertise, combined with on-going investment in buildings, teaching facilities, laboratories and equipment, makes the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences a stimulating, multidisciplinary environment in which to study.