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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sighthill
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sighthill
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sighthill Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sighthill Campus
Full Time
SEP
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sighthill Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Select a an exam type
Become a professionally recognised practitioner changing lives for the better. A 2012 study in the Lancet highlighted that inactivity is the fourth leading risk factor for non-communicable, chronic disease such as cardiovascular disease, types of cancer, obesity and type 2 diabetes and accounts for over 3 million preventable deaths per year, this includes depressive symptoms and poor mental well-being.The NHS is overrun with these diseases, but in many cases they can be effectively prevented or managed through physical activity. Our degree has been developed to teach our students how physical activity and exercise can do this.There is the opportunity to undertake a work placement as part of this courseWe have developed this multidisciplinary degree in line with the professional standards set out by CIMSPA and it delivers exactly what employers are looking for. We will help you develop your scientific understanding and practical skills for a successful career in the health and fitness industry or postgraduate study.Please visit our website for full course and module details.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BCC Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
BBBC Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:6,M:39 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
27 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H2,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
MMM Grades / Points required
T Level:
M Grades / Points required
Including Science: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, PE, Sports Science and the Active Leisure Industry or Sports Studies.GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths.
Including one of Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or PE at Grade C. National 5 Maths at grade C (excluding Applications of Maths. We can consider Higher Application of Maths in Lieu of National 5 Maths). Can accept a Pass in Sports Leader Qualification in Sports Leadership (Level 6) instead of one of the Highers, but it does not count as a substitute for a required science subject.If you are eligible for an adjusted offer under our Contextual Admissions Policy, please see the ‘Minimum Qualification Requirements’ below.
Pass Access to HE Diploma in a related subject with 45 credits overall with minimum 39 Credits at Merit & 6 Distinction to include Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or PE at Level 3 and Maths at Level 2.
Award of Diploma with 27 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4 including a Science (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or PE) at minimum grade 5.4 points in SL Maths.
Grades H2, H3, H3, H3 at Higher Level to include Science (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or PE).Grade O4 at Ordinary Level in Maths.
Minimum grades MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit) in a related subject.GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths.
T Level must be completed in a Science subject or A Level Science may be required. Please contact ugadmissions@napier.ac.uk to check if you meet the subject specific requirements.GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
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