BSc (Hons) SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE

Have you ever wondered how is he so fast? Or how is she so strong? Or perhaps, how do athletes organise their training to perform at their top level? Understanding athletic success requires a broad knowledge of the scientific principles that enable human performance; this practical-based course will advance your practitioner skills in all disciplines of Sports Science so that you can go on to succeed in areas such as elite sport, sports medicine/therapy and societal health and wellbeing.

The BSc in Sport & Exercise Science is delivered by staff internationally recognised for their involvement in sports practice and their contributions to research and teaching. You will have access to specialist sport science facilities and opportunities to advance your practical skills with applied work experience within our Human Performance Centre and research laboratories.

We're passionate about sport at LSBU. In collaboration with LSBU Active, we integrate our degree course with non-academic functions through sport facilities and clubs, leisure activities, vocational taught courses, sports science support services and sport development and coaching. To find out more about what we have to offer - including the Sports Scholarship Programme - take a look at the LSBU Active website.

Why study Sport and Exercise Science at LSBU?

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Graduates from this course are working as Personal Trainers at Nuffield Heath and Energie Fitness as well as a Gym instructor at Hamilton's gym.

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100% of students on this course say that teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey, 2025).

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The course is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA)

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The course is accredited by the International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association (IUSCA).

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The course is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).

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During your studies, you can obtain professional qualifications to become a Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer and you have the opportunity to be trained as a Sports Ambassador and earn money working on local sport community projects.

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We have a Value Added Score of 9/10 (Guardian, 2024) which means there is a high probability of you gaining a good honours degree with us

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Careers

Employability Service

At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:

• An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
• Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.