Sport and Exercise Science Top-up

Boston College
Undergraduate HND Full-time 1 Year Sport and exercise science

About this course

Develop your expertise and pursue a career in the sports and leisure industries with the Pearson BTEC Sport and Exercise Sciences HND Level 5. This course provides you with the practical skills, in-depth theoretical knowledge, and industry insight essential for success in this fast-paced and evolving sector. This career-focused qualification offers a strong foundation in key disciplines, including nutrition, physiology, psychology, and sports massage, among others. Blending hands-on experience with academic study, the course is ideal for those looking to launch a career in the sports industry or progress to a full honours degree.

With diverse teaching methods across multiple learning environments, including state-of-the-art human physiology and science laboratories, classrooms, sports fields, and sports halls, you will gain hands-on experience and effectively apply theoretical concepts in real-world scenarios.

The College maintains strong partnerships with local sporting organisations, offering students valuable networking opportunities, industry placements, and practical experience to enhance their career prospects.

Modules Include: Sports Massage Exercise Physiology Advanced Nutrition Psychology for Performance Applied Lifestyle Coaching Advanced Coaching Exercise Prescription Technology in Sport Research Project (Pearson Set)

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Diploma - HND
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Boston
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Sport and exercise science