Human Sciences

Overview

A member of staff, expert in the chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. As a research student you'll become part of our thriving academic community. Most research work in the field takes place as part of the Sport and Exercise Science Research Centre. Expertise and possible research areas include:

movement neuroscience
nutrition and metabolism
clinical and applied sciences

A MRes, by definition, is an original contribution to knowledge. A research degree is different from a taught course. Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team.

Human Performance Centre

The Human Performance Centre acts as a research and enterprise hub for sport, exercise and nutrition sciences.

Mode	Duration	Start date	Application code	Application method
ModeFull-time	Duration2 years	Start dateJanuary; February; March; April; May; June; August; September; October; November; December	Application code4730	Application method Direct to LSBU
ModePart-time	Duration3 years	Start dateJanuary; February; March; April; May; June; August; September; October; November; December	Application code4731	Application method Direct to LSBU

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Location

Southwark Campus

London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA.

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Entry Level Requirements

Need further information? Call us on 0800 923 8888 to discuss entry requirements.

UK Qualifications
International Qualifications

Applicants for a Research Degree programme at LSBU are usually expected to have a good honours degree (2:2 and above) and a relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably a merit at Master's level. Please also supply two academic references as part of your application. You will also be required to show proof of all of your qualifications. If English is not your first language you will be required to prove your competency in English, showing an IELTS score of at least 7.0 at postgraduate level. You will be invited to an interview with your potential supervisor, in person or by telephone, prior to an offer being made.

Academic Technology Approval Scheme

If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you may need to apply to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) for clearance from the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) in order to study this course. ATAS certificate is a requirement for enrolment at the University, you will need one if you are an international student applying to study for a postgraduate qualification in the UK and it is now a requirement for every Visa application. Please note, an ATAS certificate is not needed for you to submit an application for a course at LSBU and to receive an offer.

You can find more information about whether you will require this via the FCO website and in our MyLSBU guide to the Academic Technology Approval Scheme.

The process for obtaining an ATAS certificate can take some time so it is important that you check whether you need one as early as possible so that you can make your application for the certificate to obtain it in good time. Failure to produce a valid ATAS certificate could result in delays to receiving your CAS or we may be unable to enrol you at the University.

The CAH code for this course is CAH03-01-08.

Valid ATAS for non-UK students that require a visa.

Missing English and Maths qualifications?

If you do not have the required English and Maths qualifications needed to satisfy the entry requirements for this programme, we have courses available at our partner College that you can take to upskill in these areas. Find out more at South Bank College.

United Kingdom

£5010

Tuition fees for home students

International

£17600

Tuition fees for international students

Tuition fees are subject to annual inflationary increases. Find out more about tuition fees for Undergraduate or Postgraduate courses.

part-time

year 1

year 2

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 1

The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
UK fee: £2505	International fee: £8800
AOS/LSBU code: 4731	Session code: 1PS00

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 1

The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
UK fee: £2410	International fee: £8450
AOS/LSBU code: 4731	Session code: 1PS10

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 1

The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
UK fee: £2410	International fee: £8450
AOS/LSBU code: 4731	Session code: 1PS20

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 2

The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
UK fee: £2505	International fee: £8800
AOS/LSBU code: 4731	Session code: 2PS00

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 2

The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
UK fee: £2410	International fee: £8450
AOS/LSBU code: 4731	Session code: 2PS10

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 2

The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
UK fee: £2410	International fee: £8450
AOS/LSBU code: 4731	Session code: 2PS20

full-time

year 1

MRes Human Sciences (FT) - Year 1

The fee shown is for entry 2025/26
UK fee: £5010	International fee: £17600
AOS/LSBU code: 4730	Session code: 1FS00

MRes Human Sciences (FT) - Year 1

The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
UK fee: £4820	International fee: £16900
AOS/LSBU code: 4730	Session code: 1FS10

MRes Human Sciences (FT) - Year 1

The fee shown is for entry 2024/25. If no fee shown or its blank. The fee for 2025/26 will be published shortly. Please visit again soon for the updated fee.
UK fee: £4820	International fee: £16900
AOS/LSBU code: 4730	Session code: 1FS20

The individual fee for this course is shown above. For more information, including how and when to pay, see our fees and funding section for postgraduate students.

At the LSBU Doctoral College we are committed to supporting and developing professional researchers who are driven to make a difference. We have a range of PhD Scholarships available in partnership with businesses and organisations - and when they're available we'll publish notices on the LSBU Doctoral College site.

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Mode	Duration	Start date	Application code	Application method
Mode Full-time	Duration 2 years	Start date January; February; March; April; May; June; August; September; October; November; December	Application code 4730	Application method Direct to LSBU
Mode Part-time	Duration 3 years	Start date January; February; March; April; May; June; August; September; October; November; December	Application code 4731	Application method Direct to LSBU

Home/EU postgraduate students and research students should apply through our dedicated application system.

Full details of how to do this are supplied on our How to apply section for postgraduate students and our How to apply section for research students.

International applicants should use our international application system. Full details can be found on our How to apply section for international students.

See our admissions policy (PDF File 1,043 KB) and complaints policy (PDF File 516 KB).

Considering your application

Your application will be circulated to a number of potential supervisors who will look at your academic qualifications, experience and the research proposal to decide whether your research interest is something that could be supervised at LSBU.

There will also be an interview either by telephone or at the University. If you are successful you will be offered a place on a course and informed of the next enrolment date. The whole process normally takes between six to eight weeks, from receipt of your application to a decision being made about your application at the School.

A good honours degree (2:2 and above)

Prepare to start

We help our students prepare for university even before the semester starts. To find out when you should apply for your LSBU accommodation or student finance read the How to apply tab for this course.

Enrolment

Before you start your course we’ll send you information on what you’ll need to do before you arrive and during your first few days on campus. You can read about the process on our Enrolment pages.

Careers

Employability Service

At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:

An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.

Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.

Research skills development

All research students are required to participate in a Key Skills Development programme aimed at developing transferable skills in addition to those employed in carrying out research. Training in research methods is available through frequent research seminars.

When necessary the research student can follow, in part, relevant Masters courses available within the School and in particular units on research methodology. In some cases, research students are encouraged to follow other courses available within the University or externally aimed at improving their general expertise in their chosen areas.

In addition, they may be encouraged to follow language courses aimed at improving their oral and written skills - both essential in their future careers.

Transferable skills

A research degree will equip you with many transferable skills. The self-discipline, the demand for clear analytical thinking, and the ability to turn criticism of others work into something constructive of your own, all constitute a unique training for almost any kind of career. The excitement and satisfaction of finding new facts, a new idea, or a new way of looking at something can be highly rewarding.

Attending conferences

Research students are often sponsored to attend national and international conferences and to meet leading scientists in their fields and to present their research findings. The progress of all research students is formally monitored by the University's Research Degree Committee.

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MRes HUMAN SCIENCES

Overview

Human Performance Centre

Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU.

Location

Entry Level Requirements

Academic Technology Approval Scheme

Missing English and Maths qualifications?

United Kingdom

International

Part-time

part-time

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 1

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 1

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 1

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 2

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 2

MRes Human Sciences (PT) - Year 2

Full-time

full-time

MRes Human Sciences (FT) - Year 1

MRes Human Sciences (FT) - Year 1

MRes Human Sciences (FT) - Year 1

Home

Considering your application

Prepare to start

Enrolment

Careers

Employability Service

Research skills development

Transferable skills

Attending conferences

Register your interest

Contact information