Overview

This Autoregulation of Resistance Exercise Therapy in the Management of Tendinopathy PhD degree at Robert Gordon University will lead on from evidence synthesis work conducted at RGU that identified the need to create approaches that increase the mechanical loading experienced during unsupervised resistance exercise sessions.

Features

The candidate will assess the acceptability and feasibility of autoregulation practices including the use of velocity-based measurements and ratings of perceived exertion to adjust the mechanical load experienced by tendinopathic groups.

Programme Structure

Research

We welcome specific ideas from applicants for a potential research degree topic.

The University offers a number of potential self-funded topics in each School which you could consider developing your research project around.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months
Part-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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More details

There are no formal deadlines for you to submit your application, though we recommend you submit it as early as possible.

Language

English

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88

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science View 60 other PhDs in Sport and Exercise Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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88

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normal entry requirements are a first or upper second class honours degree from a University of the United Kingdom, or from an overseas University, or degree equivalent qualification, subject to the approval of Robert Gordon University.

Applicants holding other qualifications shall be considered on their merits and in relation to the nature and scope of the proposed research programme.

Applicants will normally register for an MSc/PhD or MRes/PhD with transfer to PhD dependent on satisfactory progress. However, applicants who already possess a Master’s degree which includes a significant research component could be registered directly for a PhD, subject to a satisfactory research proposal, and clear evidence of research expertise.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20030 GBP / year

≈ 20030 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Living costs

Aberdeen

United Kingdom

729 - 1069 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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