BSc Sport and Exercise Science
Entry requirements
112 UCAS points or above Typical qualification requirements A Level: BBC to include one A Level in Science, Mathematics, Physical Education or Psychology but to exclude General Studies Welsh BACC: C in the Skills Challenge Certificate and BB at A Level to include one A Level in Science, Mathematics, Physical Education or Psychology but to exclude General Studies BTEC: Distinction Merit Merit in a relevant subject Access to HE: Pass the Access to HE Diploma in Sport/Science with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points Additional The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent, but consideration is given to individual circumstances.
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science. Core topics include data analysis and critical and analytical thinking. The programme includes a placement-based module linking academic study to professional practice, and a culminating research project in which students lead evidence-based work in real-world sport and exercise settings.
Modules
- Inside the body: From Muscles to Mind
- Translating Science into Performance
- Health and Fitness Foundations
- The Sport and Exercise Scientist – Skills for Success
- Human Fundamental Sciences: Application and Adaptation
- Human Performance: Application and Adaptation
- Applied Exercise for Health: Designing for Change
- Research in Practice
- Advanced Sport and Exercise Science
- Optimising Human Performance
- Strength and Conditioning: Evidence-Based Training Methods
- Research to Reality: Sport and Exercise Science in Practice