Sport and Exercise Science (with a Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

Program Overview

St Mary's University's Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) with a Foundation Year offers a comprehensive education in sports science. The program emphasizes research, practical experience, and career opportunities, preparing students for success in fields such as exercise physiology, sports psychology, and personal training. Endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists (BASES), the program boasts world-class facilities and a strong reputation for academic excellence and graduate employability.

Program Outline

Outline

Modules:

• Year 1: Critical Skills in Science, Core Professional Integrity in Science, Introduction to Research Methods and Individual Project, The Chemistry of Nature, Foundation of Life, Principles of Physics and Mathematics
• Year 2: Introduction to Research, Physiology of Exercise, Fundamentals of Sport Psychology and Skill Acquisition, Fundamentals of Biomechanics, Practical Field Tests in Sport, Research Methods
• Year 3: Core Physiology of Training, 2 Optional Modules, 2 further Optional Modules
• Year 4: Core Research Project, 3 Optional Modules

Assessment Methods:

• Essays
• Poster presentations
• Web-based assessments
• Oral presentations
• Practical and written exams

Teaching Methods:

• Interactive lectures
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Practical sessions
• Individual and group projects
• Research opportunities

Assessment

Assessment methods:

• Continuous assessment throughout the year
• Final exams at the end of each year

Assessment criteria:

• Knowledge and understanding
• Critical thinking and analysis
• Problem-solving and application
• Communication and presentation skills
• Teamwork and collaboration

Teaching

Teaching staff:

• Team of experienced academics covering a broad range of sport science subjects
• Many staff are active professional members of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists (BASES)

Teaching methods:

• Blend of traditional and innovative approaches
• Focus on active learning, student engagement, and independent study

Unique approaches:

• Research-led teaching, ensuring students are exposed to cutting-edge knowledge
• Opportunity to work with external partners and organizations

Careers

Career paths:

• Exercise physiologist
• Sports development officer
• Sports psychologist
• Health physiologist
• PE teacher
• Personal trainer

Graduate opportunities:

• Employment in the sport and exercise science industry

Skills developed:

• Communication
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork
• Research
• Leadership

Other

• The program is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists (BASES).
• Students have access to world-class facilities, including an environmental chamber, strength and conditioning facility, specialist physiology laboratories, and biomechanics laboratories.
• Opportunity to work with professional teams and societies.
• The program has a strong reputation for academic excellence and graduate employability.
• Entry requirements: 80 UCAS points, including at least two B grades at A Level (or equivalent).
One A Level (or equivalent) should be a science subject (including PE).
• Tuition fees: Home £9,250, International £16,320
• More information: https://www.stmarys.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/bsc-hons-sport-exercise-science-foundation-year/

Conclusion

The Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) with a Foundation Year at St Mary's University provides a comprehensive and rigorous education in the field of sports science. With its focus on research, practical experience, and career opportunities, the program prepares students for success in a variety of exciting fields.

• Home: £9,250
• International: £16,320
• Please note: these fees are annual and may increase in line with inflation each year subject to the Government's review of Higher Education Funding.