Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)

If youre fascinated by the science behind sport and exercise performance this course gives you a rare chance to be part of a world-leading research team using high-spec equipment to get to the heart of what makes a great sports performer.

The course combines scientific knowledge and sports performance covering the core areas of sport and exercise science. Study involves lab work using discipline-leading equipment including online gas-analysis machines an environmental chamber light gates and echocardiography. It also offers specialist units in biomechanics exercise physiology and social psychology to name a few.

You learn in a high-performance environment with a leading research team specialising in exercise physiology; molecular exercise physiology; and exercise and health. You can be part of the team working on prestigious projects for elite sports teams governing bodies and government initiatives.

Why choose this course?

• It is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES)
• There is a fitness qualification endorsed by Skills Active embedded into the course allowing you to enter onto the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) Level 2
• Gain employability skills with specific industry-proven guidance and participation in the latest sports science research
• Explore your area of interest with a final-year research project of your choice
• Take the course over four years and include a fee-free years placement in industry (see below) gaining experience and making contacts for the future
• If you are looking to step up into higher education take the degree with a Foundation Year which guarantees entry to the Undergraduate course (see below)

To apply for a place on an undergraduate course (BA/BSc) you need to have completed your high school education (12 years) and have a pass equivalent to two UK A level passes and have the required English language qualification.

When you submit an application form you must remember to include photocopies of the following supporting documents. We do not need to see your original qualifications and certificates.

• A completed application form signed by you (an electronic signature is fine)
• Copies of your official academic qualifications and certificates including proof of your level of English Language (where relevant)
• A one-page personal statement. This should tell us why you want to study your chosen course.
• A copy of your current valid passport details
• Please submit copies of any UK Visa that you have held and any documentation relating to previous visa refusals from any country