The programme is designed to follow on from the undergraduate programmes in medicine, engineering, science, podiatry, sports science, biology, clinical health professions and as such uses these subjects as a reference point. Graduates from the programme will be able to use their skills and knowledge to successfully increase their level of integration of sport and exercise medicine within their respective professions and disciplines at an advanced practitioner level. Graduates will be able to contribute to team work (e.g. of clinical treatment, sports and exercise, sports teams and development) with a more profound understanding of the inter-relationship between movement mechanisms, fundamental nature of human performance at all levels and clinical outcome.

Consultant SEM physicians have a range of possible career opportunities. However, what must be borne in mind is that such facilities and services will in most instances be supported with a wide range of allied health professionals who require the same knowledge, skills and experience. Therefore, where such amenities and services are established, there are similar opportunities for graduating Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) with similar skills and knowledge.