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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science combines theory and applied learning to create an inherently interesting and broadly defined university degree. Our industry links and cross-disciplinary learning ensures our teaching is relevant in the real world, and youll experience what it is like to be a sport and exercise scientist working in practice.
Youll gain knowledge in all the three core areas of sport and exercise science including physiology, psychology, and biomechanics. Youll learn to apply this knowledge and gain experience across a variety of professional settings including strength and conditioning, nutrition, data analysis and research, understanding the impact of exercise and sport, and sport and exercise science on our daily lives.
By studying BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science, youll explore evidence-based strategies for promoting health and preventing lifestyle-related diseases and the impact this has on a variety of different populations. Throughout your studies, youll develop practical skills as well as the ability to plan, conduct, critically analyse, and interpret results of practical work in the field and laboratory.
As well as developing expertise in sport and exercise science, our programme builds sought after soft skills, such as problem-solving, communication skills, and practical technology skills. Youll also understand the role of sport and exercise scientists in professional fields including performance sport, exercise prescription, adherence, research, and public health.
This industry-focused degree will ensure you have the understanding, knowledge, skills, and personal qualities required to undertake a wide range of careers within sport and exercise science or other employment sectors.
Potential career paths
Exam type
A levelA level:
BBC - ABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
AB Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
27 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DMM Grades / Points required
Scottish HNC:
Pass Grades / Points required
Scottish HND:
Pass Grades / Points required
including suitable science subject for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: ABB including suitable science subject.
including suitable science subject.
including Biology or Human Biology plus Highers AABB for entry to Year 2.
including suitable science subject at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: total of 34 points including suitable science subject at Higher Level 6.
in relevant subject (including sufficient science) for entry to Year 1.For entry to Year 2: DDM in a relevant subject (including sufficient science).
HNC in relevant subject with B in graded unit for entry to Year 1.
HND in relevant subject with CC in graded units for entry to Year 1.For Year 2 entry: HND in Fitness, Health & Exercise with AB in graded units.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£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.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£25,008 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£25,008 per year
Students from International
£25008 Per year
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