Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

University of Birmingham

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

Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Birmingham, based in Birmingham, taught full-time over 3 years. 82% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £24,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is ABB - AAA.

A-Level Entry

ABB - AAA

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

81.92%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Study at one of the world's highest ranked universities for sport-related subjects. You’ll learn how to enhance sporting performance, uncover how the body responds to exercise, and discover ways to boost both physical and mental health. Our course emphasises practical experience, research and critical thinking. Our graduates leave ready to address global challenges such as obesity, inactivity, and unhealthy ageing.

Course highlights

Facilities that will support your goals, including our custom-built Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences building and state-of-the-art Sport and Fitness centre.

The School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences is ranked 6th in the world for sports-related subjects (QS World Rankings)

We offer a first year residential course in the Lake District. Over 4 days, students engage in an inter-disciplinary field experiment and activities that build on principles covered across Year 1 modules

Gain professional experience with external partners, including Swim England, Birmingham Royal Ballet, NHS trusts, British Gymnastics, Age UK, and The Football Association

Study Abroad at an overseas university for a year on the International Year option. Destinations include USA, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Hong Kong

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades ABB - AAA
BTEC D*D*D

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Birmingham
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Sport and exercise science
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,000