Sport and Exercise Science

Health Sciences University (formerly AECC University College)
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Sport and exercise science

A-Level Entry

BBB - BCC

UCAS Points

104 - 120 points

About this course

This sport and exercise science course will give you the broad scientific knowledge you need from key disciplines such as physiology, biomechanics, and psychology. You’ll learn the theory and also engage in practical applications, working on your critical and analytical skills to understand and create impactful research that supports professional practice.

Communication is a vital focus, and you’ll develop your abilities in written, interpersonal, and presentational methods, ensuring you can express your ideas confidently. You’ll also acquire essential graduate skills, such as debating, independent and collaborative planning, goal setting, self-management, self-reflection, and proficiency in communication and information technology.

With hands-on experience through laboratory sessions, classroom activities, and optional placements, you’ll build practical skills that prepare you to thrive in multidisciplinary teams. By the end of the course, you’ll be well-equipped with both theoretical knowledge and applied skills, ready to excel in this rapidly evolving field.

You also have the option to take this course as a four-year sandwich programme, which includes a year of practical work experience alongside your academic study. Degree-related work placements, such as with a sports team, research setting, or exercise service, enable students to gain valuable experience.

This course is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES). The course has been designed to meet their requirements.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBB - BCC
UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 120 points
Scottish Higher BBBBBB - BBCCCC
BTEC DMM - MMM

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Bournemouth

Sandwich

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Bournemouth

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1224 Leisure and sports managers and proprietors
3219 Health associate professionals
3214 Complementary health associate professionals
3432 Sports coaches, instructors and officials
3431 Sports players
3433 Fitness and wellbeing instructors

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Bournemouth
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Sport and exercise science