BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
University of Portsmouth
Key Information
Campus location
Southsea, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 - 4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 9,250 / per year *
Application deadline
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* for UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students/EU residents | £16,200/year: international students
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Introduction
Pushing boundaries. Breaking records. Competing in extreme environments.
In this BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science degree, you’ll learn to apply scientific principles that help athletes perform at their best.
But it's not just elite sportspeople who will benefit from your knowledge and skills. Become a passionate advocate for the essential role sports science plays in society as you uncover ways everyone can use physical activity to boost their health and wellbeing.
Course highlights
- Put your learning into practice in our advanced sports science facilities, including three climatic chambers, a swimming flume and motion capture systems
- Be taught by expert staff who are actively engaged in research projects that inform the future of the sport and exercise science
- Enhance your CV as you gain valuable experience through our ties with local sports and healthcare providers
- Gain first aid, national coaching and specialised gym instructor qualifications
- Set yourself up for a career in professional sport, healthcare or education
Endorsed by:
This course is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).
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Curriculum
Modules
Year 1
Core modules
- Introduction to Sport and Exercise Biomechanics – 40 credits
- Introduction to Sport and Exercise Physiology – 40 credits
- Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology – 40 credits
Year 2
Core modules
- Advanced Exercise Physiology – 20 credits
- Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise – 20 credits
- Preparing Research, Innovation or Enterprise Projects – 20 credits
- Psychology of Sport and Exercise – 20 credits
Optional modules
- Exercise in Different Environments – 20 credits
- Nutrition for Sport, Exercise and Health – 20 credits
- Physical Activity and Exercise for Healthy Ageing – 20 credits
- Principles of Performance Analysis – 20 credits
- Principles of Skill Acquisition – 20 credits
- Strength and Conditioning for Sport, Exercise and Health – 20 credits
- Modern Foreign Language (IWLP) – 20 credits
Year 3
Core modules
- Project – 40 credits
Optional modules
- Advanced Sports Nutrition – 20 credits
- Advanced Strength and Conditioning – 20 credits
- Applications of Exercise Physiology – 20 credits
- Applied Skill Acquisition – 20 credits
- Biomechanics in Practice – 20 credits
- Biopsychosocial Approaches to Physical Activity and Health Promotion – 20 credits
- Environmental Physiology – 20 credits
- Introduction to Teaching – 20 credits
- Professional Development – 20 credits
- Professional Practice in Sports Psychology – 20 credits
We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies.
Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry, and some optional modules may not run every year. If a module doesn’t run, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.
Placement year (optional)
Either before or following your third year, you have the option to choose a work placement year to gain valuable longer-term work experience in the industry.
Our specialist team of Science and Health Careers advisors can help you with finding a work placement and improving your employability skills. They'll provide you with a database of placement vacancies, support with your job search – including help with applications and interviews – and support throughout your placement year.
Potential placement roles
Previous students have taken on placement roles, including:
- sport for development project officer
- performance analyst
- assistant sports therapist
- women's sport engagement officer
- physical technician
- academy coach
- PE teacher
- physiotherapist assistant
- rugby development coach
- nutritionist
Potential placement destinations
Previous students have completed placements in the following organisations:
- Reading FC
- Pompey in the Community
- Exeter City FC
- Sussex County Cricket Club
- Welsh Rugby Union (WRU)
Study abroad
You'll also have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities. Studying overseas is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your CV and experience a different culture as an international student.
Many of our students describe their time spent studying abroad as truly life-changing, as well as an excellent way to stand out to future employers.
Rankings
Sports science at the University of Portsmouth is ranked 3rd of all post-1992 universities for research quality
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
Career Opportunities
In today's health-conscious world, the sports and health industries continue to expand. Sport and exercise scientists have a vital role in keeping sportspeople, athletes and the general population in peak physical health.
What jobs can you do with a sport and exercise degree?
Roles our graduates have gone onto include:
- PE teacher
- personal trainer
- clinical physiologist
- NVQ coordinator
- sports development officer
- sports and exercise scientist
- sports therapist and physiotherapist
- cardiac rehabilitation technician
Graduate destinations
Organisations our graduates have gone on to work in include:
- Crystal Palace Football Club
- Portsmouth Tennis Academy
- Bupa
- Nuffield Health
Ongoing careers support
After you graduate, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability Service as you advance in your career.
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