BSc Sports and Exercise Science
Entry requirements
A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with two Mathematics/Science subjects required. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.
About this course
BSc in Sport and Exercise Science, exploring human physiological responses and adaptations to physical activity. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students have the opportunity to specialise in subjects such as physiology, metabolism, nutrition, and health during their studies.
Modules
- Introduction to Medical Sciences
- Introduction to the Science of Sport, Exercise and Health
- The Cell
- Fitness, Performance and Survival
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 1
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 2
- Physiology of Human Cells (BI20B2)
- Foundation Skills for Medical Sciences
- The Science of Sports Performance
- Physiology of Human Organ Systems (BI25B2)
- Research Skills for Medical Sciences
- Exercise and Health
- Energy for Life (BI25M7)
- Integrative Physiology
- Clinical Exercise Physiology
- Biochemistry & Nutrition of Exercise
- Medical Science Data Analysis Paper
- Medical Science General Essay Paper
- Medical Sciences Honours Research Project
- Staying Alive - Adaptation in Physiological Systems
- Research Topics in Sport and Exercise Science
- Exercise Physiology