University of the Western Cape

Programme overview

This Master’s programme at UWC supports enquiry into relationships between physical activity (PA), behaviour and community health. Graduates undertake research projects that can examine local knowledge, perceptions and socio-economic influences on PA and NCD risk factors, with the potential to inform provincial or national policy and cost‑effective educational interventions.

What you'll study

The programme emphasises applied research and development in sport, recreation and exercise science. Typical research topics reflected in reported work include:

• Knowledge and perceptions of physical activity among youth in low‑resourced communities
• Awareness of non‑communicable diseases (cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, cancers) and their risk factors
• Socio‑economic and environmental influences on health behaviour (diet, alcohol use, smoking, inactivity)
• Designing awareness and educational interventions to promote healthier practices through sport and community programmes

Entry requirements

The source material does not list formal entry criteria. Prospective applicants should consult UWC Postgraduate Admissions for specific academic and administrative requirements for a Master’s in Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science.

Career prospects

Graduates can apply research skills to inform health policy, design community education programmes, work in sport development for disadvantaged communities, or continue in academic research. Findings from theses in this field are intended to support cost‑effective, sustainable interventions and to influence provincial and national health policy.

Scholarships & funding angle

The reported student chose UWC in part because it was affordable at the time. The source does not provide formal scholarship details; applicants should review UWC Fees & Financial Aid and Postgraduate Support services for funding opportunities and assistance.