Postgraduate Study

At the Sport and Physical Activity Research Centre (SPARC)

The Sport and Physical Activity Research Centre (SPARC) has a vibrant and successful postgraduate community, which collectively contributes to all three of our research themes: Performance Enhancement, Physical Activity and Health, and Sport Cultures; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. 

SPARC attracts both national and international postgraduate research (PhD) students, undertaking laboratory based and applied research in a diverse range of disciplines.

Under the guidance of our academic experts, and with access to our state-of-the-art laboratories and collaborations with our external partners, our postgraduate students are at the heart of SPARC and contribute to our excellent and dynamic research.

PhD Studentship Opportunities

We currently have 1 PhD studentship Opportunity as part of the EDGE project. Please click the link below to see the full details and how to apply. The closing date is 16th December 2021.  Interview Date: Week commencing 10th Jan 2022. PhD Studentship Exercise in Disease manaGement and rEhabilitation (EDGE): Rheumatoid Arthritis

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please email Dr Mark Burnley m.burnley@wlv.ac.uk or Dr Ian Lahart i.lahart@wlv.ac.uk. Applicants should email a CV and covering letter detailing their suitability for the project and contact details of two referees to SPARC@wlv.ac.uk. Please clearly indicate the reference “PhD EDGE Rheumatoid Arthritis” in the title of the email and on your cover letter.