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Sport & Exercise Science

BSc (Hons)
Duration
3 years
Start
September 2025
UCAS Code
C600
Delivery
In-person
Foundation year available

Turn your love for sport and exercise into a successful career. On our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science, you'll learn about the health benefits of exercise and what it takes for people to perform at their best.

Why study with us

  • 2nd
    in the North West for graduate prospect outcomes
    Times Good University Guide (Sport Science)
    2023
  • 5th
    in the UK for student satisfaction
    Times Good University Guide (Sport Science)
    2023
  • You'll access world-class facilities. These include our state-of-the-art sports labs and our strength and conditioning suite.
  • Accredited by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).
  • Get taught by expert industry-active coaches, researchers and academics on this professionally endorsed degree.
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Studying sport and exercise science

  • You’ll learn through a practical, broad approach. You'll have the opportunity to study physiology, psychology, biomechanics, strength and conditioning and more.
  • You’ll gain practical experience and key skills valued by employers in sport and exercise. This include independence, critical thinking, problem solving, and communication.
  • You’ll have the option of achieving Level 2 and 3 industry recognised qualifications. This could be in Gym Instruction, Personal Training and Exercise Referral.

Modules

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

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Accreditations

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What our students say

Studying Strength and Conditioning at the university has broadened my knowledge and understanding of training and recovery. It has helped improve my performance as a player, as I now understand which training principles to apply in my sessions and the best recovery methods. I would like to remain involved in rugby even after my playing career. I aspire to become a Strength and Conditioning Coach and open my own gym."
Joseph Coope-Franklin 28102024
Joe Coope-Franklin
MSc Strength & Conditioning
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Academic expertise

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Dr Mark Stone
Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science
Dr Robert Allan
Lecturer in Human Physiology
Dr Robert Graydon
Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Biomechanics
Nicole Booth
Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science
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Dr Howard Hurst
Senior Lecturer in Sport, Exercise & Nutritional Sciences

What can I do with a sport science degree?

Our Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) degree programme will get you working. There is a strong vocational emphasis on the skills you’ll need for a rewarding career.

Entry requirements

We will consider your educational achievements, predicted grades, work experience and personal statement. If you don't meet the grades for your chosen course, we will consider you for other programmes.

We know that many factors can influence the grades you achieve in school or college. If your life experience has affected your academic studies, we can take this into account. Use the UCAS Points Calculator below to check whether you are eligible.

Unsure if you meet our entry requirements? Contact our friendly Course Enquiries team to talk through your options.

  • UCAS: 104-112 points at A2 preferably in Biology or PE or Sports Exercise Science
  • BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM
  • BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D*
  • Pass Access Course: 104-112 UCAS Points
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level Subjects
  • T Level: M preferably in Biology or PE or Sports Exercise Science
  • IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
  • GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

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Not got the grades?

Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.

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Fees and funding

2025/26
UK
Full-time£9,535 per year
Sandwich year£1,575 for the sandwich year
Part-time£1,587 per 20 credits
International
Full-time£17,325 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.

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This course is delivered by the School of Health, Social Work and Sport

For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information

You can find regulations and policies relating to student life at the University of Central Lancashire on our student contract page