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Sport and Exercise Science

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 20 September 2027
  • 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 - to accommodate sporting and academic commitments.

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

  • We’re ranked 3rd in the UK for sports science by both Complete University Guide 2026 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.

  • The average starting salary for life sciences undergraduates within 15 months of graduation was £27,563 (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2022/23).

Modules

Course 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.html

https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Sport-and-Exercise-Science-BSc-Hons.html

Assessment method

For detailed information about the course assessment methods please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Sport-and-Exercise-Science-BSc-Hons.html

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park 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:
C600
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University of Nottingham 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:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

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.

T Level

Contact the school for details

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

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.

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 36 Merit: 9

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.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

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

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

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.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 34

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.

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

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.

Applicants to this course may be eligible for our Additional Qualifications Offer Reduction Scheme. If you achieve a grade A in an EPQ, Core Maths*, IB Extended Essay or additional AS level qualification* then you will receive a one grade reduced offer for this course.

Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer or receive an alternative offer based on taking four A levels, your additional qualification will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5including no less than 6.0 in any element As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details. For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations. If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK. If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.
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

International entry requirements

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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
EU & InternationalTBC
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£10050*

* 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

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