Sport and Exercise Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Launch your career in the fast-evolving field of Sport and Exercise Science with our dynamic BSc (Hons) programme. Whether your goal is to enhance elite athlete performance, create cutting-edge rehabilitation programmes, or promote healthier lifestyles, this degree equips you with the practical skills and scientific expertise to make a real difference. By the time you graduate, you’ll be ready to lead in laboratory-based performance evaluation, helping individuals, teams, and communities thrive in both sport and health settings.

* Apply theory through regular laboratory-based practicals and coursework, using industry-standard equipment

* Gain hands-on experience through professional practice opportunities in sport and healthcare

* Develop the practical and analytical skills needed to assess, interpret, and communicate human performance data

* Endorsed by The Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES), aligned with professional standards

* Assessment designed around real-world practice, including practical testing, data analysis, and professional-style reporting

Receive personalised support from your tutors - 93% student satisfaction for teaching on my course, 91% student satisfaction for academic support, and 90% student satisfaction for learning resources (in the subject of sport and exercise sciences - National Student Survey 2025)

At the heart of our state-of-the-art sport and exercise facilities on the King Alfred Campus, this innovative, science-based programme immerses you in the core disciplines of sport and exercise science: psychology, physiology, biomechanics, and research methods. You will learn from experienced academics in sport and exercise science, whose teaching is informed by research and applied practice to support your academic and professional development.  Expert teaching, paired with cutting-edge laboratories in biomechanics, physiology, and psychology, ensures you gain a deep understanding of how to critically evaluate contemporary research and apply your knowledge in real-world contexts.

You will also develop the essential skills to conduct scientific projects with athletes, teams, and agencies from across the wider spectrum of sport and exercise. This hands-on experience ensures you graduate with the practical skills needed to excel in a variety of careers—from elite performance support to clinical rehabilitation.\
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The course is structured around four core strands, providing a clear and progressive understanding of sport and exercise science while integrating theory with applied practice across all years of study:

Sport and Exercise Psychology 

Explore the psychological factors that drive performance and participation in sport and exercise. You’ll study how elite athletes manage pressure, how motivation shapes performance at all levels, and how mental skills can boost well-being in athletes and everyday exercisers.

Sport and Exercise Physiology 

Delve into the physiological processes that shape athletic performance and general fitness. From metabolism and nutrition to hormonal and cardiovascular responses, you’ll learn how the body adapts to training and how to optimize performance through evidence-based methods.

Sports and Exercise Biomechanics 

Focus on the mechanics of human movement to reduce injury risk and enhance performance. You’ll explore kinematics and kinetics, develop anatomical insights, and gain hands-on experience with biomechanical testing to apply your knowledge in both sport and exercise settings.

Research Methods in Sport and Exercise 

Gain a solid foundation in both quantitative and qualitative research methods, enabling you to investigate a wide range of sport and exercise phenomena. Your final dissertation will allow you to explore a specific area of interest in depth, preparing you for postgraduate study or research-based roles.