Exercise and Sport Sciences BSc

Program Overview

Through a balanced curriculum, students gain knowledge in physiology, biomechanics, psychology, and research methods. The program offers specialization options and opportunities for study abroad or professional placements, equipping graduates for diverse careers in sport, health, and related industries.

Program Outline

BSc Exercise and Sport Sciences - University of Exeter

Degree Overview:

• Objectives: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles underlying sport and exercise performance and health.
Understand the variables involved in enhancing performance in exercise, sport, and other high-performance sectors such as medicine and the military. Develop employability skills through modules in leadership and business, physical education, and career development. Develop skills and experience as a scientist and researcher.
• Program Description: The BSc Exercise and Sport Sciences program provides a balanced understanding of both sport and exercise sciences across a range of sub-disciplines.
Students develop knowledge of physiology, biomechanics, and psychology, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles underlying sport and exercise performance and participation. The program also equips students with scientific research and enquiry skills essential for careers in both sport and exercise science, and other science-focused industries.
• Specialization: The degree structure allows students to specialize in a particular area or to follow a broader-based program.
Optional modules reflect the application of scientific knowledge in a variety of populations, such as athletes, children, and the general public.
• Study Abroad/Professional Placement: The program offers a Study Abroad option in the third year, allowing students to study at an overseas university and earn credits towards their final degree.
The Professional Placement option allows students to spend their third year on a self-organized work placement with an organization relevant to their degree.

Outline:

Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Human Anatomy and Kinanthropometry (15 credits)
• Human Physiology (15 credits)
• Foundations of Biomechanics (15 credits)
• Sports Training Physiology (15 credits)
• Foundations of Exercise and Sport Psychology (15 credits)
• Nutrition and Metabolism (15 credits)
• Introduction to Statistics (15 credits)
• Bioenergetics (15 credits)

Year 2:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Exercise Physiology (15 credits)
• Biomechanics and Kinesiology (15 credits)
• Research Methods and Analytical Procedures (30 credits)
• Sport Psychology 2: Skill Acquisition (15 credits)
• Optional Modules:
• Measurement of Physical Activity, Exercise and Sport (15 credits)
• Motor Control (15 credits)
• Strength and Conditioning Physiology (15 credits)
• Sports Nutrition and Metabolism (15 credits)
• Learning and Teaching in Physical Education (15 credits)
• Employability and Career Development (15 credits)
• Leadership: Challenges and Practice (15 credits)

Study Abroad/Professional Placement Year (if taken):

• Study Abroad: Students agree on a suite of modules with the College Study Abroad Coordinator.
• Professional Placement: Students learn to apply knowledge, improve personal and transferable skills, make new contacts, and enhance employability.

Final Year:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Dissertation (45 credits) OR Dissertation (Physiology) (45 credits) OR Independent Research Review (30 credits)
• Optional Modules:
• Business Awareness: Theory and Practice (15 credits)
• Learning for Teaching: School Experience (15 credits or 30 credits)
• Employability and Career Development (15 credits)
• Advanced Strength and Conditioning Physiology (15 credits)
• Paediatric Exercise Physiology (15 credits)
• Sport, Physical Activity and Health (15 credits)
• Integrated Physiology and Adaptation to Physical (in)activity (15 credits)
• Physiological Determinants of Exercise Performance (15 credits)
• Clinical Exercise Prescription (30 credits)
• Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement (30 credits)
• Sport Psychology (30 credits)
• Nutrition for High Performance (15 credits)

Assessment:

• Methods: Modules are assessed using a variety of methods including essays, exams, oral and written presentations, laboratory reports, and a dissertation.
• Balance: The program aims for a 50:50 balance between coursework and exams over the duration of the program.

Teaching:

• Methods: Lectures, laboratory and practical sessions, seminars, independent research and study, study groups, dissertation, guest lectures.
• Faculty: Staff have close links with a wide range of industrial, medical, and sporting organizations, offering opportunities for collaboration on final year research projects.

Careers:

• Potential Paths: Health and wellbeing coaching, sports and fitness coaching, physiotherapy, sports nutrition, sports law, sports psychology, sports physiology, general teaching and marketing, sports management and administration for the public sector, sports governing bodies, and health and lifestyle consultancy.
• Opportunities: Students are encouraged to attend and present at student conferences, participate in the student ambassadors scheme, and undertake workplace internships.
• Outcomes: Graduates compete successfully for jobs across a diverse range of sectors, including law, finance, and business, as well as sport and health sciences.

Other:

• Facilities: The program utilizes dedicated laboratories for sport and exercise physiology, sports biomechanics, and health and performance psychology, cognitive and social psychology.
The University has invested over £20 million in premier sporting facilities, including a 200-station gym, squash courts, indoor and outdoor pitches, indoor cricket and tennis centers, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a fleet of boats at the Roadford RYA Sailing Centre.
• Student Life: The program is based at St Luke's Campus, which offers a small and friendly environment dedicated to a few subjects.
The city of Exeter provides a diverse range of experiences, from historical buildings to restaurants and bars.
• Study Abroad Destinations: Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Canada, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland.

Tuition fees for 2024 entryUK students: £9,250 per year International students: £29,700 per year