BSc

Sport and Exercise Science

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Key Facts

C60F

  • UCAS Tariff

  • Course duration

    4 years

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Kick start your Sports & Exercise Science degree with us. The integrated foundation year - designed for prospective students who do not have a sufficient or relevant academic background - is the perfect option to access this highly sought after course. In the Foundation Year, you will learn about key concepts in Sports and Exercise Science from an inter-disciplinary angle, giving you a unique experience and critical perspective to make the most of the full undergraduate degree.

The Sports & Exercise Science degree at Aberystwyth University is accredited by the British Association for Sports and Exercise Science (BASES). Our degree is interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary in nature. We combine the disciplines such as physiology, psychology and biomechanics. This degree prepares you to support athletes, promote physical activity and health, and deliver exercise programmes as well as developing your research, data analysis, personal and employability skills.

This course is engineered to give you the head start in the increasingly competitive job market, and upon successful completion of this degree, you will have developed the skills and awareness which employers are seeking.

Course Overview

Why study Sport & Exercise Science at Aberystwyth University? 

  • Following the foundation year, the syllabus of this course is identical to its sister course BSc Sports & Exercise Science (C600);
  • Students can opt to take a year in industry. In this case, students will have to organise their work experience under the guidance of our Director for Employability. There is no guarantee that the work experience will be paid and if  you cannot obtain a placement, you would complete the degree as would be the case as students who did not opt for a year in industry;
  • During your year in work experience, you will pay a discounted tuition fee of which the information can be found here;
  • 100% for overall student satisfaction for our C600 Sports & Exercise Science degree scheme (NSS, 2018);
  • Our degree focuses on scientific analysis of how the human body moves, exercises and performs sport;
  • You will have the opportunity to explore sciences of Biomechanics, Physiology and Psychology;
  • You will learn how to maximise the performance of an individual athlete or team;
  • Our degree will help you develop your understanding of the ways in which we can enhance general health and well-being through exercise;
  • You will be able to use and learn through the state of the art research facilities accredited by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES);
  • You will have access to excellent sport facilities on campus;
  • There is a range of sports in which staff and student engage, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills in athlete support.
Our Staff

The majority of teaching staff in the Department of Life Sciences are qualified to PhD level and are research active. Vocational courses also have staff whose background lies within industry. The Department has a large number of research only staff with whom students may have contact.

Modules September start - 2023

Please note: The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery during the next academic year and may be subject to change. They are included here to give an indication of how the course is structured.

Core

Module Name Module Code Credit Value
Communication Skills BR01520 20
Molecules and Cells BR01340 40
Organisms and the Environment BR01440 40
Practical Skills for Biologists BR01220 20

Core

Module Name Module Code Credit Value
Applying evidence based interventions BR21220 20
Motor Learning and Performance BR26420 20
Physical Activity for Health BR27020 20
Research Methods BR27520 20
Sport & Exercise Physiology BR27420 20
Sport and Exercise Nutrition BR22520 20

* Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh

Careers

What career options are available to me?

The knowledge and skills that you acquire from studying Sport and Exercise Science are transferable to a range of different career paths. Graduates from our degree have developed careers in following industries:

  • Professional Sports
  • Personal Coaching
  • Governing Bodies of Sport
  • Healthcare
  • Physical Education
  • Ministry of Defence.

What skills do I acquire from my degree?

During your degree you will develop many skills that employers value such as:

  • communication skills developed through writing and oral presentations
  • team working and the ability to work independently
  • analytical skills
  • mathematical skills
  • effective problem-solving and creative thinking skills
  • information technology skills
  • self-motivation and self-reliance.

What work experience opportunities exist whilst studying? 

Find out about the various opportunities that our Careers Service offer and how you can enhance your employability prospects with GO Wales and Year in Employment Scheme (YES).

Teaching & Learning

Learning Outcomes

All modules you will take as part of the Sport and Exercise Science degree have been developed to contribute to the learning outcomes of the degree. Each module will contribute to particular degree learning outcomes and you will gain more advanced knowledge and skills as you progress. During the final year, you will have the opportunity to opt for specific modules that are closest to your area of interest, and complete a research dissertation on a topic of your choice.

Contact Time and Self-Study

You will be taught through a series of lectures and seminars by our experienced and engaging staff, but also through student-centred projects, workshops, problem-solving sessions and tutorials. Laboratory classes feature extensively and you will become skilled in using scientific equipment for sophisticated fitness testing and motion analysis. All modules are backed up by electronic resources to help you study beyond the classroom.

Assessment is based on a combination of essays, coursework, laboratory reports, quizzes, case studies, portfolios, posters, presentations and examinations. 

Typical Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

A Levels Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (eg, A-Levels or BTEC diploma) and to mature-aged candidates without formal qualifications who have suitable background education, experience and motivation.

GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
English or Welsh, Mathematics (grade 4, new grading system in England)

BTEC National Diploma:
Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (eg, A-Levels or BTEC diploma) and to mature-aged candidates without formal qualifications who have suitable background education, experience and motivation.

International Baccalaureate:
Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (eg, A-Levels or BTEC diploma) and to mature-aged candidates without formal qualifications who have suitable background education, experience and motivation.

European Baccalaureate:
Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (eg, A-Levels or BTEC diploma) and to mature-aged candidates without formal qualifications who have suitable background education, experience and motivation.

English Language Requirements:
See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.

Country Specific Entry Requirements:
International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.

The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas or T-levels as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
Our inclusive admissions policy values breadth as well as depth of study. Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary. If you would like to check the eligibility of your qualifications before submitting an application, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for advice and guidance.

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