Sport and Exercise Science

Sport and exercise scientists make a valuable contribution to people’s lives. They have an important part to play at all levels of sport. At the community level they encourage better health and wellbeing for all. Their skills are also required to enhance athletic performance at the elite level of sport.

The professional body for sport and exercise science in the UK was awarded a Royal Charter in 2024. This recognised the field as distinct, important and of significant public value. You'll be joining a profession crucial to society. At Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence, we use all our expertise to help give you the best possible preparation for a future career in sport and exercise science.

You’ll learn:

• the physiology, biomechanics and psychology of exercise and sports performance;

• how people learn and enhance motor skills, the role of nutrition and supplements, and the importance of interval and endurance training;

• human anatomy and fundamental concepts of chemistry and physics;

• the latest research in sport and exercise science, from hydration to neuromuscular function;

• how sport can positively impact individuals, communities and the wider economy.

Why study Sport and Exercise Science at Stirling?

Our Sport and Exercise Science course is endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences. You’ll learn in a world-class environment at sports facilities ranked among the best in the UK. Our research and teaching laboratories enable you to develop your scientific and practical skills as you work with the latest technology in sport and exercise research. You'll conduct lab tests related to aerobic capacity, anaerobic function, body composition and more.

Our world class sports facilities include a 50 metre swimming pool, athletics tracks, grass and artificial pitches, tennis courts, multiple fitness suites and more.

Work with elite athletes and build connections to sporting organisations

Sport is in our DNA at Stirling. We’re home to one of the largest sports-performance programmes in the UK. We work with elite athletes including those performing at Olympic Games. You'll benefit from our close ties to various important sporting organisations such as:

• sportscotland

• National Swimming Academy

• GB National Tennis Academy

• Triathlon Scotland

Our experts are at the cutting-edge of sport and exercise research. Their knowledge helps to shape a course that prepares you for the professional field. 80% of our research in Sport and Exercise Sciences is classed as world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021).

Your final project will give you a chance to take a deep dive on an area of sport and exercise science you’re passionate about. From designing your original project to carrying out in-depth research and presenting your findings, you’ll have a chance to put all your learning to work.

You’ll also benefit from a range of guest lectures and our sport-specific careers event. This event brings together alumni, professional partners and stakeholders from the world of sport to help you take your next step as a qualified sport and exercise scientist.

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Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• BASES, British Association of Sports and Exercise Sciences