Sport and Exercise Science BSc(Hons)

Overview

Sport and Exercise Science applies science to assess and improve the effects of activity, exercise, nutrition and sport on health and performance.
Sport science aims to maximise individual or team competitive performances, whilst exercise science focuses on understanding and promoting exercise for fitness and health improvement.
You will benefit from a long-established British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) endorsed course, accredited laboratory facilities and a dynamic group of staff with wide-ranging research and consultancy interests. External examiners consistently comment on the high quality of this course.
The final award that you graduate with may be Sport and Exercise Science, Sport Science, Exercise and Health Science, Sport and Exercise Science with PE or Sport and Exercise Science with Nutrition.

Course duration
Full-time: 3 years

UCAS code C600
Course content

Areas of study

Throughout the course you will apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems in sport or exercise contexts. Core material in year 1 covers aspects of physiology, psychology, anatomy, biomechanics and research methods. In year 2 these areas are further explored and wide-ranging options are available, as is a six-month overseas exchange.
In year 3 you will further develop your research method skills and complete a dissertation involving independent in-depth study. Options form half of the year and a placement may be undertaken in an appropriate professional organisation.
Sport and exercise science laboratories
Our laboratories enable you to conduct experiments in biochemistry, biomechanics, physiology, environmental physiology and psychology. As an undergraduate student you will use these facilities to take part in research into areas such as motion analysis, climatic stress, nutrition, diabetes and obesity. The labs are also used to support the development of international athletes.

Syllabus

Year 1
Fundamental Physiology
Applied Anatomy and Biomechanics
Psychology of Sport and Exercise
Social Perspectives
Scientific Study of Sport and Exercise
Applied and Integrated Studies
Practical Activity
Years 2 and 3
Physiology of Sport/Exercise
Sport/ Exercise Psychology
Biomechanics of Sport/Exercise
Research Methods
Independent research project
Applied and Integrated Studies
Options from a wide range including: Environmental Physiology
Expedition Physiology and Survival Medicine
Applied Sport Psychology
Sports Nutrition
Skill Acquisition
Exercise Referral
Performance Analysis
Strength and Conditioning
Nutrition for Physical Activity
Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements
individual offers may vary
A-levels:
ABB.
BTEC
DDD.
International Baccalaureate:
34 points, specified subjects.
Access to HE Diploma
pass (at least 45 credits at level 3) in science or health studies, with 24 credits at merit or above.
GCSE (minimum grade C) or Access Equivalent
at least five subjects including English language, mathematics and a science subject. We do not accept Functional Skills or Key Skills as a GCSE equivalent. Applicants must have already passed, or be in the process of taking the required GCSEs.
For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements.
Other:
applicants studying a mixture of A-levels and BTEC will be made offers based on the above grades.
Location

Location Eastbourne
Career opportunities

Employment opportunities are wide ranging, including sport science support within sports governing bodies, health promotion, teaching, the computer industry, medical sales, professional sport, paramedical training and research. Graduates are also well prepared to undertake postgraduate study and research. A number of graduates go on to study for a one-year PGCE to gain qualified teacher status (QTS).

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Fees and costs

The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.

The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.

To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.

Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

BSc Hons Sport & Exercise Science [K1EG003]

UK/EU (Full Time) 9,000 GBP
Island Students (Full Time) 9,000 GBP
International (Full Time) 12,900 GBP
Student views

Ewan MacFarlane

Sport and Exercise Science BSc(Hons)

Positive image

During sixth form I was undecided whether or not to apply to university. Visiting the campus gave me a positive image of university life and certainly encouraged me to apply to courses.

Eastbourne renowned for a sleepy seaside town comes to life in the evening with several bars and clubs dotted around the town.

Structured degree programme

I feel the course is well structured. During the first year biomechanics, physiology and psychology are the core disciples covered including some additional choice modules and statistics.

The second year is similar, but with a wider range of choice modules, some of which are not covered in the first year such as nutrition and environmental physiology.

Year three allows you to craft your degree to an area of interest with all modules, including your dissertation topic, chosen by you.

Career opportunities

Graduating with a BSc(Hons), the career prospects upon graduating can be in a sports or clinical based setting.

This year I have been involved in organising the Healthy Lifestyle Programme, part of the university’s consultancy work. This is a 12-week exercise programme designed to educate clients about physical activity and their lifestyle choices for the future. It was a great opportunity to work with members of the public while applying the theory learnt throughout my studies at the university.

I am considering continuing my studies at MSc level.

Recommendation

The teaching quality under the faculty of Sport and Exercise Science is superb, with many of the staff continuing to publish topical research in their areas of expertise.

Sophie Woolford

Sport and Exercise Science BSc(Hons)

I had a great experience studying Sport and Exercise Science and enjoyed the facilities the campus offers.

There are lots of opportunities to get involved with laboratory work, whether it’s scheduled in your modules, voluntary involvement or conducting your own research.

Facilities

There are some great facilities including the hypoxic chamber which can imitate and stimulate the effects of altitude, or the heat chamber which ranges in temperatures from -20 to 50°C. They give you a practical and engaging learning experience.

With tennis courts behind the halls of residence and a great range of sports facilities there’s always lots to do.