Course contact details
Health and Life Sciences
Email:shlsadmissions@tees.ac.uk
Teesside University
Middlesbrough
Tees Valley
TS1 3BX
Sport and Exercise Science
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- 20 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
Course summary
Course overview
Sport and exercise science involves the practical application of scientific principles from different disciplines (physiology, psychology, biomechanics, motor learning and sociology) to improve sports performance and the health and wellbeing of society.
You will learn how sport and exercise science principles can improve sports performance and sports coaching, and how this knowledge can support the health and wellbeing of society. The course emphasises practical experience, teamwork and communication, digital skills and a global perspective to prepare you for the workplace, and understanding and using research.
Top reasons to study this course
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Facilities: cutting-edge equipment and laboratory space gives you the practical skills you need to assess performance in sports and exercise, and includes: an outdoor 3G astro turf, advanced laboratories for fitness testing (VO2 max, blood sampling), technique analysis (3D motion analysis), and strength and conditioning.
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Work experience: a wide range of work experience opportunities including placements and internships with sports clubs (regional and national) and external partners (public health exercise referral schemes) helps you build important professional and personal networks
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Work experience: outside of your studies Teesside Sport offers performance sport scholarships, opportunities to join University and/or campus sport teams; volunteering or working in The Gym and sports facilities.
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Staff expertise: the teaching and technical team have worked with athletes and coaches across youth development programmes, professional and elite sport.
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Professional accreditation: the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences has endorsed this course. This degree encourages students to develop as a sport and exercise scientist and understand how their skills apply to sports performance and health-based settings. Students are provided a range of applied opportunities both in lab and field-based environments.
After the course
You are introduced to a wide range of employers and help you plan your career in pathways such as teaching PE, sports coaching, strength and conditioning and personal training, exercise referral, the health and fitness industry and others. This degree will equip you with a range of skills, competencies and knowledge for embarking on a successful career. It is important to recognise the broad range of professional roles and industries related to the field of sport and exercise science. Examples of these roles include: secondary school PE teacher, primary school teacher, exercise referral specialist, sports development officer, coach, performance analyst, health promotion specialist, researcher, lecturer, manager (through a graduate scheme), clinical cardiac or high-performance physiologist, biomechanist, sport scientist, fitness instructor or personal trainer, owner of a lifestyle business.
Modules
Course Modules
Access course information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).
Assessment method
Access assessment information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
Study options
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 20 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:
- C601
- Institution code:
- T20
- Campus name:
- Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Teesside 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:
- C601
- Institution code:
- T20
- Campus name:
- Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff96-112
General Studies is accepted.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE grade 4 (or C or higher) or equivalent in English and maths.
Additional entry requirements
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
- An enhanced criminal history (DBS) check may be required for certain modules or placements which involve working with children and/or adults at risk.
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 | £9790 | |
| EU & International | £17000 |
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.
Additional fee information
Details of fees, scholarships and awards are available from our course pages. Additional information is provided on fees and funding if you are from the UK or Ireland here: tees.ac.uk/fees, or if you are an international student here: tees.ac.uk/international/fees. If you live in the Channel Islands or Isle of Man contact your education authority: gov.uk/student-finance.
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