MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology in Edinburgh United Kingdom | Edinburgh Napier University

The NHS and various healthcare providers are currently experiencing extraordinary pressure due to pandemic-driven service demands, while COVID-19 has worsened an existing crisis of physical inactivity. The role of Clinical Exercise Physiologists (CEPs) in supporting national health has become more critical than ever. CEPs are university-trained health specialists skilled in screening, evaluating, and applying clinical and scientific knowledge to ensure safe and suitable exercise-based treatments. They are also committed to enhancing their expertise through ongoing education, skill development, and professional growth.

This MSc program will equip you for a career as a CEP, enabling you to:

focus on designing and implementing evidence-based exercise programs to prevent, treat, and manage acute, chronic, and complex health conditions effectively.

collaborate within diverse healthcare environments—including primary, secondary, and tertiary care—as part of a multidisciplinary team of medical and rehabilitation professionals.

enhance physical function and overall well-being by promoting lasting lifestyle changes and behavioral improvements for individuals of all ages.