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Top reasons to choose this course

• Endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) – the UK’s professional body.
• Practical hands-on experience in our sport science labs.
• Work with clients throughout your course plus a work placement opportunity to gain professional experience.
• Choice of option modules to tailor the course to your interests and career aspirations.
• Learn with experts and innovative researchers.
• Opportunity to specialise in PE for those considering a teaching career.
• 8th in the UK for sport science courses – Guardian University Guide 2025.

 Course structure 

The theoretical aspect of the course has a strong scientific and mathematical underpinning. Learning in small classes throughout the course, you will apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems in sport or exercise contexts.

The first year of the course consists of six core modules and will give you a thorough introductory grounding, covering aspects of physiology, psychology, anatomy, biomechanics and study skills.

In the second year, you will further explore these areas and look at research methods in preparation for your final year dissertation. You will choose option modules so you can tailor the course to your interests. Around a third of your second year is made up of option modules.

In your final year, you will complete a dissertation, three option modules and the Personal and Professional Development module which includes a professional placement. For your dissertation, you'll be in control of your own study and look at aspects of sport and exercise science in the wider world. 

Depending on option modules that you choose, you will graduate with Sport and Exercise Science BSc(Hons) or Sport and Exercise Science with PE BSc(Hons).

Making sure that what you learn with us is relevant, up to date and what employers are looking for is our priority, so courses are reviewed and enhanced on an ongoing basis. When you have applied to us, we will inform you of any improvements or innovations to the curriculum through .

Year 1

On this programme you will study both sport science and exercise and health science throughout the three years of your course.

Modules

• Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Fundamental Biomechanics

  This module will outline fundamental musculoskeletal anatomy and links it to the mechanical principles which govern movement of the body. You will study the language of anatomy and human movement, the form and function of the skeleton, muscle, bone and articulations. Methods of qualitatively and quantitatively describing motion will be introduced as will the relationships between the force applied to a body and the motion that it experiences.

• Foundations of Physiology for Sport and Exercise

  This module will introduce fundamental principles and systems of physiology with regard to maturation, gender and health state. You will learn how these are researched in the laboratory and field in relation to exercise, sport and health, and will develop practical laboratory techniques to collect, interpret and disseminate physiological data.

• Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology

  This module will provide the foundation in sport and exercise psychology essential for future physical educators, sport and exercise scientists or leisure employees. You will examine such factors as how and why people participate in activities and the psychological factors that influence successful participation. You’ll also gain an understanding of the cognitive processes involved in learning and skilled performance. This in turn, aids your understanding of successful teaching, coaching and applied sport psychology techniques.

• The Scientific Study of Sport and Exercise

  This module will provide you with basic skills in critical analysis, interpretation and analysis of numerical data, and research methods, which are fundamental for a sport and exercise science graduate.

• Sport, the Body and Society

  This module will give you an insight into a range of social issues connected to the sporting body. It will introduce you to socio-cultural theories and concepts about the body and sport. This is done through a variety of case studies and topic areas that you will explore through an active and engaged problem-solving pedagogy. You will be encouraged to reflect on taken-for-granted behaviours and experiences in sport to enable you to develop your own social scientific approach to understanding the sporting body.

• Integrated and Applied Studies

  This module introduces the fundamental theories and principles of exercise-based interventions and strategies to improve health, wellbeing and performance. You will develop an understanding of the challenges to health, wellbeing or performance and exercise interventions. You'll explore the importance of professional and personal development, and develop your employability skills.

Year 2

During year you'll decide whether to follow the Sport and Exercise Science degree, or to specialise further on the Sport and Exercise with PE pathway. Your choice will determine which option modules are available to you.

Core modules – both pathways

• Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology
• Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise
• Sport and Exercise Psychology
• Data Analysis and Research Methods

Sport and Exercise Science Degree options*

• Nutrition for Physical Activity
• Performance in Environmental Extremes
• Sport Psychology in Action
• Exercise Referral and Rehabilitation
• Performance Assessment and Training Prescription in Strength and Conditioning
• Performance Analysis
• Sport for Development and Peace
• Globalisation and Sport
• Practical Performance
• Teaching Physical Education
• Games

Sport and Exercise Science with PE options*

• Pedagogy and Practice in Physical Education and Sport
• Nutrition for Physical Activity
• Primary Physical Education: Theory and Practice of Teaching KS1 and KS2 PE
• Teaching Physical Education
• Games
• Creating a Positive Teaching and Learning Environment
• Practical Performance

*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.

Final year

Core modules – both pathways

• Dissertation
• Personal and Professional Development

Sport and Exercise Science pathway options*

• Applied Sport Psychology
• Applied Exercise and Health Psychology
• Physiological Aspects of Exercise, Nutrition and Health
• Science of Physical Training/Study of Physical Training
• Injury and Rehabilitation in Sport and Exercise Science
• Expedition Physiology
• Advanced Strength and Conditioning
• Advanced Performance Analysis
• Exercise and the Brain
• Sports Nutrition
• Food Biochemistry and Functionality
• Critical Social Issues in Sport
• Sport Business Entrepreneurship
• Theorising Critical Issues in Sport
• Level 6 Practical Activity

Sport and Exercise Science with PE pathway options*

One from:

• Education Studies 3: Inclusive Practice
• Physical Education and the National Agenda
• Physical Education in the 14–19 Curriculum
• Physical Education in the 14–16 Curriculum
• Level 6 Practical Activity
• Primary Physical Education: Active Learning in the Primary Setting

Two from:

• Applied Sport Psychology
• Applied Exercise and Health Psychology
• Physiological Aspects of Exercise, Nutrition and Health
• Science of Physical Training and Performance/The Study of Physical Training
• Injury and Rehabilitation in Sport and Exercise Science
• Expedition Physiology
• Advanced Strength and Conditioning
• Advanced Performance Analysis
• Exercise and the Brain
• Sports Nutrition

*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.

Specialise in physical education

At the end of your first year, you can carry on with your Sport and Exercise Science degree for a broad view of the subject along with your choice of option modules, or you can choose to specialise in sport and exercise science combined with physical education.

Choosing to specialise means that your core modules and options focus on the subject that you choose, and you'll graduate with that subject in your degree title.

Sport and Exercise Science with PE is designed for students on sports courses at university who wish to go on to qualify as a teacher after graduation. You will study practical activity modules from our wide range of options and your dissertation will focus on PE. Practical modules offered include gymnastics and swimming, and martial arts and combat sports.

Facilities

As a 91快活林 student you'll use our sport science facilities which include:

• biochemistry lab
• biomechanical lab with running track and 3D motion analysis
• blood analysis lab
• data Analysis room
• exercise rehabilitation gym
• kinanthropometry lab housing our DEXA Scanner
• neuromuscular lab housing our isokinetic dynamometers
• psychology lab
• physiology lab
• research lab
• strength and conditioning suite
• environmental lab which will house our dual environment chamber
• VR screen room which will house the Igloo 210.

You may also use our extensive Falmer campus sport facilities as part of your studies. These include outdoor grass football pitches, floodlit synthetic pitches and courts, indoor swimming pool, large fitness suite and sports hall with netball, volleyball, basketball and badminton courts, and cricket nets.

The facilities are so new that we haven't yet taken photos, but you can view them when you visit us. You can also get a feel for them by watching the short video and checking out our Falmer campus information.

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Our sports scholarship scheme is designed to help students develop their full sporting potential to train and compete at the highest level. We offer scholarships for elite athletes, elite disabled athletes and talented sports performers.

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Course fees

Fee information for this course for 2025 entry will be updated here no later than December 2024.

The fees listed here are for the first year of full-time study if you start your course in the academic year 2024–25.

You will pay fees for each year of your course. Some fees may increase each year.

UK undergraduate and some postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government and increases will not be more than the maximum amount allowed. Course fees that are not regulated may increase each year by up to 5% or RPI (whichever is higher).

If you are studying part-time your fee will usually be calculated based on the number of modules that you take.

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