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BSc Applied Sport Science

University of Edinburgh

Institution
University of Edinburgh
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Sport
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
C610
Typical offer
A-level ABB, IB 34

Entry requirements

A level: from AAB to ABB (required: Biology at B, Human Biology at B, Chemistry at B, Mathematics at B, Physics at B, Psychology at B, PE at B) IB: 34 points with 655 at HL

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Applied Sport Science, a sport and exercise science degree centred on the study and application of scientific principles for sport. The curriculum runs over a four-year duration. The third year covers modules such as Applying Sport Science, Sports Nutrition, Physical Activity, Exercise, Fitness and Health, and Psychology of Physical Activity alongside a Workplace Attachment. The fourth year advances into Sport and Exercise Medicine, Exercise Prescription for Rehabilitation, Special Topics in Sport Psychology, and Environmental Physiology, concluding with a Research Attachment.

Modules

  • Applying Sport Science
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Physical Activity, Exercise, Fitness and Health
  • Psychology of Physical Activity
  • Workplace Attachment
  • Sport and Exercise Medicine
  • Exercise Prescription for Rehabilitation
  • Special Topics in Sport Psychology
  • Environmental Physiology
  • Research Attachment