Sport and Exercise Science

In line with the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists (BASES), with which the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science degrees are endorsed, the course employs a multi-disciplinary delivery of all core sport science specialisms (Biomechanics, Physiology, Psychology) as well as the specialist Strength and Conditioning pathway.

A modular framework of lectures, seminars and tutorials is supported by practical sessions whereby theoretical knowledge can be further developed into applied practice in both field and laboratory settings.

All sessions are delivered by subject specialists and professional technical support staff; these experiences allow the students to show case and further develop their knowledge and understanding of the subject area in applied conditions.

The students are provided ample opportunities take lead roles in the delivery of practical sessions as they develop and are actively encouraged to take ownership of their own progress under the supervision and guidance of academic staff.

Augmenting the professional skills in the use of technologies is the development of communication and soft skills essential in the professional environment of Sport and Exercise Science be it in elite sport or community well-being settings.

Student development on the course is inextricably linked with enhanced employability through the transferable nature of both technical and soft skills involved.

Course theoretical content delivery is supported through the application of technology enhanced learning using a wide range of current market leading teaching applications. The full suite of Microsoft Office 365 platforms, such as Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Sway, Teams, OneDrive, MS Forms are efficiently utilised to exploit their individual usefulness in providing learning experiences. Students will develop a mastery of the use of such applications that is transferable to the workplace, enhancing students’ employability. A virtual learning environment, Blackboard, controls the delivery of indicative teaching and learning content on-line to support face to face teaching. Blackboard also provides a platform for effective and transparent assignment submissions and students’ feedback.

In line with the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists (BASES), with which the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science degrees are endorsed, the course employs a multi-disciplinary delivery of all core sport science specialisms (Biomechanics, Physiology, Psychology) as well as the specialist Strength and Conditioning pathway.

A modular framework of lectures, seminars and tutorials is supported by practical sessions whereby theoretical knowledge can be further developed into applied practice in both field and laboratory settings.

All sessions are delivered by subject specialists and professional technical support staff; these experiences allow the students to show case and further develop their knowledge and understanding of the subject area in applied conditions.

The students are provided ample opportunities take lead roles in the delivery of practical sessions as they develop and are actively encouraged to take ownership of their own progress under the supervision and guidance of academic staff.

Augmenting the professional skills in the use of technologies is the development of communication and soft skills essential in the professional environment of Sport and Exercise Science be it in elite sport or community well-being settings.

Student development on the course is inextricably linked with enhanced employability through the transferable nature of both technical and soft skills involved.

Course theoretical content delivery is supported through the application of technology enhanced learning using a wide range of current market leading teaching applications. The full suite of Microsoft Office 365 platforms, such as Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Sway, Teams, OneDrive, MS Forms are efficiently utilised to exploit their individual usefulness in providing learning experiences. Students will develop a mastery of the use of such applications that is transferable to the workplace, enhancing students’ employability. A virtual learning environment, Blackboard, controls the delivery of indicative teaching and learning content on-line to support face to face teaching. Blackboard also provides a platform for effective and transparent assignment submissions and students’ feedback.

When not attending lectures, seminars, laboratory or other timetabled sessions, you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve utilising a range of digital resources including our virtual learning environment; reading journals, articles and books; working on individual and group projects; undertaking research in the library; preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for examinations. Your independent learning will be supported by a range of excellent facilities. These include the library, open access computer facilities, informal learning zones, a range of laboratories and performance and studio spaces.

When not attending lectures, seminars, laboratory or other timetabled sessions, you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve utilising a range of digital resources including our virtual learning environment; reading journals, articles and books; working on individual and group projects; undertaking research in the library; preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for examinations. Your independent learning will be supported by a range of excellent facilities. These include the library, open access computer facilities, informal learning zones, a range of laboratories and performance and studio spaces.

For the course starting on 26 September 2022 the tuition fees are:

For the course starting on 26 September 2022 the tuition fees are:

UK and Channel Island students: This tuition fee is agreed subject to UK government policy and parliamentary regulation. If the UK government passes appropriate legislation, the fee for subsequent years of study may increase in each academic year. But this increase will not exceed the rate of inflation as measured by RPIX**. Any change in fees will apply to both new and continuing students. The University will notify students of any change as early as possible. Further information about fee changes would be posted on the University’s website once this becomes available.

**RPIX is a measure of inflation equivalent to all the items in the Retail Price Index (RPI) excluding mortgage interest payments.

International students: Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course, as long as you complete it in the normal time-frame (i.e. no repeat years or breaks in study).

Sources of financial support