Sport and Exercise Science
University of Nottingham
UCAS Code: C600 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University of Nottingham
UCAS Code: C600 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
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.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
If you have already achieved your Core Maths Qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths Qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths Qualification. Core Maths qualifications offered by other exam boards are also considered for an alternative offer.
Access to HE Diploma
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.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Including at least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, and Psychology.
Extended Project
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in an A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in an A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five at Grade 4 (C) or above, including Maths and English Language.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
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.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
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.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
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.
Scottish Advanced Higher
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
Scottish Higher
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.
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Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted alongside two A Levels grade AA including at least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Education, and Psychology.
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About this course
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.
You will be working with high-tech equipment to study biomechanics, nutrition, sports medicine, psychology, physiology and anatomy. We are the only Sport and Exercise Science degree to have access to a well-equipped medical school anatomy suite and use physical and virtual 3D modelling to help you better understand the anatomy of the human body.
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.
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.
You will study in a range of facilities including our new exercise physiology, psychology and human movement laboratories in the David Ross Sports Village on University Park Campus and our Medical School which includes an anatomy suite and functional sports medicine resources.
Depending on the module being studied, you may also be based in the Faculty of Engineering on University Park Campus. There is a footbridge linking the Medical School to University Park, providing easy access to facilities on both sites.
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-U6USPEXS.html
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One of the fastest growing subjects in the country, the number of sports science graduates went from under 3,000 in 2003 to over 10,000 in 2013. Numbers have fallen slightly since 2015, but we still have over 9,000 graduates in the subject. However, the good news is the country's appetite for good health and fitness - and the adaptability of graduates in the subject - means that sports science grads are less likely than average to be out of work. Sports science graduates, not surprisingly, tend to get jobs in sport, fitness and health - coaching and teaching especially - but they're found all over the economy. Management and business are also popular options for graduates from this subject — and sports science graduates are particularly found where drive, determination and physical fitness are an advantage.
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