Dr. Stelios Psycharakis

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Stelios Psycharakis is a Senior Lecturer in Biomechanics at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in the intersection of exercise science and biomechanics. His academic path began in Greece, where he completed a BSc (Hons) in Sport Science and Physical Education before moving to the UK for an MSc in Sport and Exercise Science and a PhD in Biomechanics at the University of Edinburgh. Over the years, he has held academic positions at the University of Hull and Edinburgh Napier University before joining the University of Edinburgh in 2014. His research primarily focuses on aquatic exercise therapy, biomechanics, and human performance enhancement. He has worked with elite athletes and is involved in supervising PhD projects related to health rehabilitation and biomechanics. Stelios has organized significant projects aimed at injury prevention and performance enhancement and has contributed to over 30 academic journals as an expert reviewer. His commitment to improving health and performance through biomechanics makes him a key figure in sports science research.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2014-09-01 — Present

University of Edinburgh • Edinburgh, UK

Teaching and researching in the field of biomechanics and aquatic exercise therapy.

Lecturer

2007-01-01 — 2014-07-31

Edinburgh Napier University • Edinburgh, UK

Delivered courses in sport science and biomechanics.

Lecturer

2007-01-01 — 2007-12-31

University of Hull • Hull, UK

Contributed to various sport science programs.

Courses

Sports Biomechanics Exercise Prescription Rehabilitation Sport Science: Research Attachment Biomechanics Sport Psychology

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
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

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