How long is the Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) at Northumbria University, Newcastle?

The BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science at Northumbria University, Newcastle has a duration of 3 Years.

Is Sport and Exercise Science at Northumbria University, Newcastle full-time or part-time?

This BSc (Hons) is offered Full-time (other study modes may also be available — see the page for full options).

Where is the Sport and Exercise Science course taught?

The course is taught at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Sport and Exercise Science

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Last updated 2 July 2026

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Sport and exercise science

Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Northumbria University, Newcastle, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, taught full-time over 3 years. Entry requires around 120 UCAS points.

UCAS Points

120 points

Typical offer · UCAS

About this course

Interested in a Sport and Exercise Science degree? Aspire to make your mark by tackling health challenges such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes?

With a practical 'real-world' emphasis on the latest sports science, our Sport and Exercise Science degree will explore psychology, physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, strength and conditioning and performance analysis to help you give future sports stars the winning edge.

Our degree in Sport and Exercise Science is 3 years full-time, or 4 years with the option to undertake a work placement or study abroad after your second year, so that you can put your knowledge and skills into practice.

Students can enter this course using UCAS Tariff points from any A-Level or BTEC, however we recommend studying subjects such as Physical Education, Business Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Psychology and Mathematics to help with your understanding of the degree.

Northumbria has a long and successful history of professional accreditation for its courses. This course has been endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 120 points

Study Options

This course is available in 3 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Full-time with year in industry

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Full-time including placement abroad

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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

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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: Newcastle upon Tyne
Scheme: Undergraduate
Subjects: Sport and exercise science

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne

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