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Sport and Exercise Science

Drawing on the three parent disciplines of biomechanics, physiology and psychology to understand how humans function in sport, physical activity and health settings

  • The combination of rigorous training in science with application to sports performance and exercise participation ensures that students develop a wide ranging skill set in preparation for a variety of careers.
  • Benefit from close links with sports governing bodies and health professions, which results in great industrial placement and study abroad opportunities.
  • Flexibility in our curriculum which covers contemporary issues within the fields of sport, exercise and health.

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"I had the opportunity to work with a team of sport scientists and sports nutritionists whose focus is on generating the science behind the brand"

– Sophie Mead

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Options for studying this subject

  • BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science BC17 | Three years
  • BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science BCC7 | Four years with professional placement
 
 
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