
Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
Sport and exercise scientists use their knowledge of how the human body responds to physical activity, exercise and training to enhance performance and improve health.
Our Sport and Exercise Science degree was one of the first in the UK and offers plenty of practical experience in our labs, working with clients and on placement. Youll gain an in-depth understanding of physiology, psychology, anatomy and biomechanics and how to apply it to real-world situations.
At the end of year 1 you can choose a specialist subject that complements your degree, o...
<strong>Sport and exercise scientists use their knowledge of how the human body responds to physical activity, exercise and training to enhance performance and improve health.</strong><br/><br/>Our Sport and Exercise Science degree was one of the first in the UK and offers plenty of practical experience in our labs, working with clients and on placement. Youll gain an in-depth understanding of physiology, psychology, anatomy and biomechanics and how to apply it to real-world situations.<br/><br/>At the end of year 1 you can choose a specialist subject that complements your degree, or to carry on with the broader sport and exercise science degree. <br/>• Sport and Exercise Science with PE BSc(Hons)<br/><br/><br/><strong>Top reasons to choose this course</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Accredited by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) – the UK’s professional body.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Practical hands-on experience in our accredited sport science labs.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work with clients throughout your course plus a work placement opportunity to gain professional experience.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Choice of option modules to tailor the course to your interests and career aspirations.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn with experts and innovative researchers.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Opportunity to specialise in PE for those considering a teaching career.<br/><br/><br/><br/>- 8th in the UK for sport science courses – Guardian University Guide 2025.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Brighton
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C600
Institution Code
B72
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H3,H3
A level
T Level
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £17,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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