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Sport and Exercise Science

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
University Park Campus
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Course summary

If you are interested in sport, exercise and biomedical sciences, this course will provide you with scientific knowledge into why and how the body functions during and after sport and exercise.
Unlike most other sport and exercise courses, this degree has a strong scientific focus and includes an emphasis on medical aspects such as nutrition, health and ageing, as well as areas of biomechanics and the psychology of sport.
You will enhance your employability through your Personal Development Portfolio. For this you will complete 100 hours of placement and profession-related activities that are tailored to individual career goals, and we have a dedicated placements manager to support you every step of the way.

Sport at Nottingham
The University of Nottingham has a strong tradition of sporting success across a wide number of sports. The University has finished in the BUCS top 10 for the last 15 years. In 2022 we finished 2nd in the UK.

Sports scholarships are also available for talented athletes who wish to join this course.

Why choose this course?

  • Specialist labs - Engage with your learning in specially designed exercise and biomechanics laboratories

  • Course flexibility - Flexibility to accommodate sporting and academic commitments

  • Your learning - Learn from internationally recognised academics, who specialise in associated sport, medical, health and engineering fields

  • Small group teaching - Connect with teaching staff through small group teachings

  • Top 20 in the UK for Sports Science - Complete University Guide 2024

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Sport-and-Exercise-Science-BSc-Hons-U6USPEXS.html

This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

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:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

This course has limited vacancies, and is no longer accepting applications from some students. See the list below for where you normally live, to check if you're eligible to apply.
  • EU
  • Wales
  • England
  • International
  • Scotland
  • Northern Ireland
  • Republic of Ireland

Apply by
14 January

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:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
AAA

At least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Education, and Psychology.

A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma
D: 36 credits M: 9 credits

Access to HE Diploma 36 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 9 Level 3 credits at Merit.

15 Level 3 credits must be in Biological Science at Distinction and 15 Level 3 credits must be in Chemistry at Distinction.

Applicants must still meet the GCSE requirements to be considered.

Scottish Higher
AAABB

Offers made in conjunction with Scottish Advanced Higher grades of AA, with at least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology.

Human biology is considered on a case by case basis.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

Plus 2 A levels grades AA in two of Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Physical Education*, and Psychology

*BTEC in Sport, Sport Science or related sport subjects will not be accepted alongside A level Physical Education.

Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D

Plus 2 A levels grades AA in two of Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Physical Education*, and Psychology

*BTEC in Sport, Sport Science or related sport subjects will not be accepted alongside A level Physical Education.

Scottish Advanced Higher
AA

At least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology.

Human biology is considered on a case by case basis.

Offers made in combination with Scottish Higher qualification, grades AAABB

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34 points

34 points overall in the IB Diploma with 6.6 in two Higher Level subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology and Sports, Exercise and Health Science
OR
6.6.6 in 3 Higher Level IB Diploma, with a 6,6 in two Higher Level Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology and Sports, Exercise and Health Science.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A

Accepted alongside two A Levels grade AA including at least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Education, and Psychology.

Extended Project
A

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in an A level subject.

If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in an A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.

If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3, M1, M1

Including at least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, and Psychology.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Five at Grade 4 (C) or above, including Maths and English Language.

AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A

If you have already achieved your Core Maths Qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths Qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths Qualification.

Core Maths qualifications offered by other exam boards are also considered for an alternative offer.

T Level

Contact the school for details

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5including no less than 6.0 in any element
TOEFL (iBT)87Minimum of 20 in Speaking and 19 in all other elements

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

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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We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear

* 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

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202627/undergraduate.aspx

Clearing contact details

Clearing - Apply Online

Applicant Enquiry Form

0330 041 5590

Course Clearing information

Additional information

View course vacancies and apply online at www.nottingham.ac.uk/clearing. For Clearing entry requirements, please search the vacancy listings on our website from Monday 2 July 2026. Clearing entry requirements for your course may differ from the standard entry requirements.

Visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/clearing for more information.

Course contact details

Undergraduate admissions

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