Dr. Dave Saunders

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dave Saunders is a Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology at the University of Edinburgh's Moray House School of Education and Sport. He leads the BSc Applied Sport Science degree program and is actively involved in undergraduate teaching in Biochemistry, Sports Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, and Rehabilitation. His postgraduate teaching includes Research Methods and Dissertation Supervision, with a focus on fostering research skills among students. In his research, Dr. Saunders examines the fitness implications for elderly populations and patient groups, particularly stroke survivors. His recent work supports the role of exercise training in improving fitness levels and day-to-day functioning in stroke survivors, contributing valuable evidence to the field. He employs systematic review methodologies and meta-analyses to synthesize available high-quality evidence regarding the effectiveness of exercise for stroke rehabilitation. Dr. Saunders is currently supervising PhD students investigating various aspects of exercise physiology and rehabilitation methods.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2010-09-01 — Present

University of Edinburgh • Edinburgh

Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology leading undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programs.

Requirements for University of Edinburgh

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.25
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in business, management, or related subject
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