Sport and Exercise Medicine Group
Welcome
The Sport and Exercise Medicine Group at Leeds brings together a multidisciplinary team of academics, clinicians and visiting experts working across sport and exercise medicine, musculoskeletal medicine, physical activity, imaging, rehabilitation, medical education and performance health.
Led by Professor Dane Vishnubala and Dr Camilla Nykjaer, the group delivers specialist postgraduate education, research, PhD supervision, and consultancy with a range of partners including healthcare providers, professional sports clubs, national governing bodies and medical organisations.
Looking to develop your clinical expertise, progress your career, expand your research interests or join a vibrant professional network? Our group offers a unique, practitioner-led environment to support you to learn and collaborate.
Postgraduate Courses
Sport and Exercise Medicine MSc
Designed for healthcare professionals who want to develop advanced knowledge and practical expertise in sport and exercise medicine. The course supports clinicians working across sport, exercise, musculoskeletal care and physical activity for health, and is especially valuable for those seeking structured postgraduate SEM training.
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Musculoskeletal Medicine PGCert
A flexible programme designed for clinicians working, or aspiring to work, in musculoskeletal care. It provides a strong grounding in clinical assessment, evidence-based decision making and management of common and complex MSK presentations. This course is particularly suitable for clinicians in primary care and community settings.
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Musculoskeletal Ultrasound PGCert
Equipping healthcare professionals with advanced diagnostic imaging skills that are increasingly in demand across a range of healthcare settings. The course combines expert teaching with practical training, supporting students to use ultrasound meaningfully within practice.
MoreWhy Choose Us
Our programmes are designed to meet the needs of busy healthcare professionals while maintaining strong academic and clinical standards.
A practitioner-led learning environment
Learn from experienced clinicians and academics in sport and exercise medicine, musculoskeletal medicine, rehabilitation, imaging, biomechanics and public health. Get practical insights from real clinical and research practice.
Flexible postgraduate study
Our courses are structured to support learners balance full‑time employment with professional development. We offer flexible study routes and opportunities for those who want to learn more intensively.
Collaborative learning and professional development
Study alongside professionals from a range of healthcare backgrounds. You will benefit from clinical insight, peer learning, strong tutor support and mentoring, to help you grow your skills and your professional networks.
Research-informed teaching
Our teaching is shaped by active research, educational leadership and real‑world clinical practice. This means that your learning is informed by the latest evidence and developments across healthcare and sport.
Student Testimonials
Linda Evans
"The network that I developed from the people I met at UoL on the sport and exercise medicine Master's has shaped my career and I am now working in my dream job."
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Andrew Shafik
"The MSc not only provides the necessary knowledge and skills but is crucial in progressing in sport."
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Magzhan Yelubay
"Studying at Leeds gave me strong research skills, from critically appraising literature to designing and evaluating clinical projects."
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Robert Adams
"This course has given me a much wider vision for where I might want to take my own career."
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Meet the Team
Our teaching and research are supported by academics, clinicians and visiting experts. They work in areas such as elite sport, primary care, imaging, rehabilitation, women’s health, biomechanics, exercise science and medical education.
As a group, we bring together a strong team with experience across sport and exercise medicine and related fields. This range of knowledge helps us offer well‑rounded teaching and practical insight.
Find out more about the team and the skills they bring to our work.
Latest News
PhD opportunity: Postnatal Physical Activity and Pelvic Health
A fully funded PhD scholarship is available in 2026/27 to pursue postgraduate…
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Researcher Spotlight: Camilla Nykjaer
In the first of our new Researcher Spotlight series, we spoke to Dr Camilla…
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Sports medicine expert joins Leeds
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Dr Carly Day joins growing team of experts in Sport and Exercise Medicine
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