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Sport and Exercise Science
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- September 2027
- Undergraduate
- City South Campus, Edgbaston
Course summary
Our Sport and Exercise Science course will equip you with the skills to become a practitioner in the sport and exercise industry; either helping leading athletes to achieve their potential, or working with members of the public to achieve their goals.
By studying this course, you’ll split your time between our recently extended £71 million campus in Edgbaston, Birmingham, and the world-class Alexander Stadium in Perry Barr, Birmingham which contain our state-of-the-art sport and exercise laboratory, sports therapy rooms, cutting-edge resources and a designated sports area. The Stadium was home to the Commonwealth Games in summer 2022, and the University is investing an additional £5m in areas across both main stands which will be home to our students.
The course explores the science of sport and exercise, considering how disciplines such as physiology, psychology and biomechanics can be applied in the context of sports performance, physical activity, health and wellbeing.
You will study a range of discipline-specific and multi-disciplinary modules, equipping you with a diverse range of perspectives that will enrich your learning and enhance your career opportunities.
It won’t just be about sport - you'll be looking at different aspects of health and people at opposite ends of the health spectrum. Sport and exercise is a large and expanding global industry and levels of fitness and participation in physical activity are significant issues on the political agenda. Therefore, you’ll be trained to respond to the challenges facing society today, by exploring the profession and it's disciplines in encouraging and supporting greater physical activity.
Endorsed by the British Association for Sport and Exercise Science, the professional body for sport and exercise science, our practice-led course is full of relevant, fresh information and insight that you can take into the work environment and make a positive contribution to modern society.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Association of Sports and Exercise Sciences
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- City South Campus, Edgbaston
Study options
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- September 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C600
- Institution code:
- B25
- Campus name:
- City South Campus, Edgbaston
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Birmingham City University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C600
- Institution code:
- B25
- Campus name:
- City South Campus, Edgbaston
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelBBC
112 UCAS tariff points from three A Levels. Grades BBC (or equivalent). Required subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education at A Level or Level 3 equivalent, at Grade C or above. Excluded subjects: General Studies; Critical Thinking; Extended Project.
T LevelM
Merit overall. Accepted subjects: Science.
UCAS TariffOffer: 112
Scottish Higher
112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Required subjects: Sport, Health or Science subject at Higher level or above.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3. Accepted subjects: Science.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Required subjects: Sport, Health or Science subject at Higher level or above.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
112 UCAS tariff points. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications
Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications
Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Sport and Physical Activity; Applied Science; Health and Social Care. National Diploma/Extended Certificate - accepted subjects: Either this qualification must be in Sport and Physical Activity, Applied Science or Health and Social Care or the accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education.
Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications
Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Sport and Physical Activity; Applied Science; Health and Social Care. National Diploma/Extended Certificate - accepted subjects: Either this qualification must be in Sport and Physical Activity, Applied Science or Health and Social Care or the accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 28
Obtain a minimum of 28 points overall. Required subjects: One of Biology, Chemistry or Physics at Higher level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
112 UCAS tariff points. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications
Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications
Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Sport and Physical Activity; Applied Science; Health and Social Care. National Diploma/Extended Certificate - accepted subjects: Either this qualification must be in Sport and Physical Activity, Applied Science or Health and Social Care or the accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education.
Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications
Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Sport and Physical Activity; Applied Science; Health and Social Care. National Diploma/Extended Certificate - accepted subjects: Either this qualification must be in Sport and Physical Activity, Applied Science or Health and Social Care or the accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects. Required subjects: Sport, Health or a Science subject related subject at Higher level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
112 UCAS tariff points. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications
Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications
Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Sport and Physical Activity; Applied Science; Health and Social Care. National Diploma/Extended Certificate - accepted subjects: Either this qualification must be in Sport and Physical Activity, Applied Science or Health and Social Care or the accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education.
Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications
Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Sport and Physical Activity; Applied Science; Health and Social Care. National Diploma/Extended Certificate - accepted subjects: Either this qualification must be in Sport and Physical Activity, Applied Science or Health and Social Care or the accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education.
Welsh Baccalaureate: 112 UCAS tariff points. Considered with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Required subjects: Accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in a relevant Science subject (e.g. Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications: 112 UCAS tariff points. Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Biology, Sport, Applied Science or Health. Diploma - accepted subjects: Either this qualification must be in Biology, Sport, Applied Science or Health subject or the accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education.
WJEC Level 3 qualifications: 112 UCAS tariff points. Considered with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualification(s). Required subjects: Accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in a relevant Science subject (e.g Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma: Merit overall.
Applicants must normally have evidence of formal study within the last five years. However, we are sometimes able to waive this requirement if a candidate has a significant amount of professional experience in a relevant field, for example healthcare, social care, or education.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | overall with no less than 5.5 in each band. |
If you do not meet the required IELTS score, you may be eligible for one of our pre-sessional English courses. Please note that you must have a Secure English Language Test (SELT) to study on the pre-sessional English course.
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £10050 | |
| EU & International | £19220 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
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