Sport and Exercise Science

Exercise scientists work alongside athletes to enhance performance and promote healthy living in the general population. By applying sport science principles, you will gain the necessary skills to develop a successful career within the elite sport industry or within the community to make a positive change. You will learn how to apply the knowledge of an exercise scientist through a practical based degree within specialist spaces.

This course is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES), and is centred around 3 core areas of sport and exercise science: physiology, biomechanics and psychology. You will learn how to improve athlete performance, but also to promote the health of individuals and communities through exercise. You will have the opportunity to use dedicated laboratories equipped with world-leading technologies and conduct your own research.

The academic staff you will work with are active researchers who will keep you up to date with current knowledge in sport and exercise science today. You will investigate topics including:

Performance enhancing strategies
Movement analysis
The impact of perfectionism
The application of exercise for delaying diseases
Sedentary behaviour and physical activity
We have community partnerships across the region, which provide many opportunities to gain valuable industry experience. With international partners, there is also the option to study abroad.