Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)

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Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge needed to work in the exciting sport and leisure sector. Learn about sport-related psychology, physiology, anatomy and biomechanics, strength and conditioning, and performance analysis. Undertake a final-year athlete assessment placement, working with real athletes/sports teams to improve performance.

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Overview

This is the broadest of our suite of sports courses. You will gain practical experience in the fields of psychology, physiology, biomechanics, nutrition and injury rehabilitation. You will combine these disciplines to analyse and develop strategies to optimise performance in sport and exercise, which will be supported by our excellent teaching team.

Why us?

This course is accredited by The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences
Our Sport Sciences courses are 17th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2024)
This course enables students to work with cutting-edge state-of-the-art resources to develop their knowledge and skills in applied areas of sport and exercise sciences

We have great links to clubs in the local area, including Sunderland Association Football Club, Durham County Cricket Club, and DMP Sharks Women’s Rugby Club
There is the option to apply to the Elite Athlete Bursary Scheme

Course structure

Our teaching methods are designed to develop not only your knowledge but also skills that enhance employability. Methods include small group work, practical activities, workshops, lectures, tutorials, computer-based learning, presentations and independent learning.

As well as assessments that count towards your degree, there are also on-going assessments for feedback and consolidating your learning. Assessment methods include essays, reports, practical work and presentations.

Year 1 (national level 4):

Academic and Professional Development (20 credits)
Introduction to Sport and Exercise Physiology and Movement Analysis (20 credits)
Introduction to Motor Skills and Sport and Exercise Psychology (20 credits)
Introduction to Athlete Testing (20 credits)
Introduction to Nutrition (20 credits)
Sport and Health in the Community (20 credits)

Year 2 (national level 5):

Core modules:

Research and Professional Development (20 credits)
Physiology of Fitness Training (20 credits)
Motivating Physical Activity (20 credits)
Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement (20 credits)

Optional modules – choose one:

Injuries and Rehabilitation (20 credits)
Performance Analysis (20 credits)
Nutrition in Health and Disease (20 credits)

Final year (national level 6):

Core modules:

Applied Project (40 credits)

Optional modules – choose three:

Sport and Exercise Physiology (20 credits)
Sport and Exercise Psychology (20 credits)
Strength, Conditioning and Prehabilitation (20 credits)
Exercise and Diet Behaviour (20 credits)
Exercise for Special Populations (20 credits)
Sport Psychology (20 credits)

Facilities

Sunderland's outstanding facilities include laboratories with the latest fitness equipment and technology.

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is:

Qualification	Minimum grade
High School Diploma along with one of the following at the required grade: SAT I and SAT II, ACT or Advanced Placement	GPA 3.0 or above and: Sat score of 1100/1600 from SATs AP (Grades 3+ in at least 2 subjects) ACT (score of 26+)

If you don't meet our standard entry requirements, you can take one of the foundation pathways at our partners ONCAMPUS Sunderland. Find out more information and whether your course is eligible on our ONCAMPUS page.

If your qualification is not listed above, please contact the Student Administration team at studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk for further advice.

If English is not your first language, please see our English language requirements.

Is your qualification not displaying here? For international qualifications, search our full list of international entry requirements for this course.

Fees and finance

The annual fee for this course is:

£9,250 if you are from the UK/Europe*
£14,000 if you are an international student

*European Union (EU), EEA (European Economic Area), and Swiss nationals who do not qualify for the EU Settlement Scheme are classed as international, however, for 23/24 admission you will receive a European student fee scholarship and will pay the home tuition fee rate for the duration of your studies. The discounted fee will be reflected in your offer letter. Learn more in our Help and Advice article.

Take a look at the Your Finances section to find out about the scholarships and bursaries that may be available to you.

This information was correct at the time of publication.

Career ready

Sunderland’s strong links with regional and national sporting organisations, local hospitals and authorities, and health and fitness centres helps you get to know potential future employers. You will also gain first-hand experience of how Sport and Exercise Sciences can be applied in working environments. There is a major focus on career planning for both employment and further study at all stages in the Sport and Exercise Science course. You will be prepared for supervised experience, the initial stage in the process towards becoming a professionally recognised Sport and Exercise Scientist accredited through the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).

Vocational qualifications

We are working towards reaccreditation from the professional development body for the Sport and Physical activity sector in the UK, to award vocational qualifications (related to the health and fitness industry) to students who successfully complete specific modules and additional assessments.

Career options

Potential employers for graduates of this course include sports clubs, national sports associations, sports and leisure companies, recreation services, local authorities, health bodies including the NHS, schools and colleges. Many of our graduate sport and exercise scientists go on to provide clinical support services to health or medical professionals working in a variety of specialities.

During the course, you will be encouraged and supported to begin the process of supervised experience through BASES.

Job roles include the following (some require further training):

Sport and Exercise Scientist
Performance Analyst
Sports Psychologist

Meet the students

I never really considered sport a career option until I got in touch with the University.

James Allan
My experience has been awesome, I plan to stay in the area and give something back.

John Mbandi
The staff are extremely knowledgeable and will always be on hand to assist you.

Lucy Brooks

Related courses

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences with Integrated Foundation Year

Contact

Contact the Student Helpline for further information about studying at the University of Sunderland:

0191 515 3000

student.helpline@sunderland.ac.uk

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Page last updated: 25 September 2023

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Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)

Overview

Why us?

Course structure

Year 1 (national level 4):

Year 2 (national level 5):

Core modules:

Optional modules – choose one:

Final year (national level 6):

Core modules:

Optional modules – choose three:

Facilities

Entry requirements

Fees and finance

Career ready

Vocational qualifications

Career options

Meet the students

James Allan

John Mbandi

Lucy Brooks

Meet the team — BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences

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