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Sport and Exercise Science

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 14 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
University College Birmingham
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2027-2028
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Course summary

COURSE OVERVIEW

Our sport and exercise degree is designed for individuals interested in sport, human performance, physical activity and wellbeing. It is a great choice for students who want to understand how the body responds to exercise, how to optimise performance and how movement, health, and behaviour interact.

The degree course suits those who enjoy science-based learning, problem-solving, practical application and working with people in performance, health or rehabilitation contexts. It explores how anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, motor control, psychology, nutrition and public health are applied within sport and exercise settings, working with diverse individuals and communities.

Sport and exercise science is a dynamic, rapidly-evolving field with growing demand across health, performance and wellbeing sectors. This degree opens opportunities to work across disciplines and fields, ultimately helping people perform better, feel better and live healthier lives, while preparing you to make a meaningful difference.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

  • SPECIALISE YOUR STUDIES – Build a solid grounding in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, psychology, nutrition and research methods

  • PRACTICAL APPLICATION – Develop the practical skills, scientific understanding and professional values required by employers

  • EXPERT TUITION – Our highly-experienced academics continue to work within the sports and exercise arena and remain at the forefront of sector needs

CAREERS AND PROGRESSION

  • Sport and exercise scientist

  • Physical activity specialist

  • Sports development officer

  • Health and wellbeing/sports development officer

  • Community sports coach

  • Personal trainer

Want to take your studies to the next level? Completing the BSc (Hons) degree will enable you to move onto our postgraduate courses such as Strength, Conditioning and Performance MSc.
Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course

Modules

Course Modules

Full module information will be available soon.

Assessment method

Teaching and assessment will include a range of face-to-face teaching, clinic and laboratory and use of sports facilities.

This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University College Birmingham

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 14 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:
C604
Institution code:
B35
Campus name:
University College Birmingham
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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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:
C604
Institution code:
B35
Campus name:
University College Birmingham

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
CCC

T Level
Pass (C and above)

UCAS Tariff
Offer: 96

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 15 Merit: 30

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM

https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/sport-and-excercise-science-bsc-hons/#entryRequirements

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland & Republic of Ireland£9790*
EU & International£16500*

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

UK:
If you are a UK student enrolling on a Foundation Degree or a BA/BSc at University College Birmingham, your fee for this academic year will be £9,790. A half year tuition fee is £4895.
This is a yearly fee, and will increase with inflation in subsequent years (in line with the government’s permitted rise).
If you are an English student studying your first higher education qualification, you can apply for a tuition fee loan from the Student Loans Company.
If you live in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, you should apply to Student Finance Wales, Student Finance Northern Ireland, or SAAS.
UCB does not charge for 24 or 48 week placements.
More information about UK Fees please go to our website here -
https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/undergraduate-fees/

EU and International:
More information about International Fees please go to our website here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/our-courses/international/tuition-fees-and-scholarships.aspx

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