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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Site (Newcastle)
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Site (Newcastle)
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Select a an exam type
This degree provides a strong scientific foundation in sport and exercise-related sciences and an understanding of how these relate to human performance and health. You'll learn about the key disciplines of sport and exercise science, including:- anatomy- physiology- biomechanics- psychology- biochemistry The degree is taught in our Faculty of Medical Sciences and draws on our expertise in exercise physiology, nutrition, sport and health psychology, and biomechanics.Your programme will also include:- seminars and workshops from industry partners and applied practitioners- the opportunity to work closely with elite athletes from the University's Team Newcastle- optional vocational modules to help you hone your career plans and boost your employability- a major research project, to showcase your knowledge and skills
Exam type
A levelA level:
AAB - AAA Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AAABB - AAAAA Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:45 Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
D3,D3,D3 - D3,D3,M2 Grades / Points required
Extended Project:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
34 - 36 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H1,H1,H1,H2,H2 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
D*D*D* Grades / Points required
AAA including at least one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Human Biology, Physical Education and Psychology or AAB including at least two from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Human Biology, Physical Education and Psychology. Use of Mathematics, World Development, Communication and Culture, General Studies and Critical Thinking not accepted. GCSE grade A*-B (8-6) in Mathematics required.
AAAAA-AAABB at Higher grade including at least one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Human Biology, Physical Education and Psychology. Mathematics and English required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher grade. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Highers in Maths and English is required.Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
45 level 3 credits at Distinction including at least 30 credits in mathematics and science subjects.
D3 D3 D3 – D3 D3 M2 in Principal Subjects including at least one from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology. GCSE grade A*-B (8-6) in Mathematics required.
We welcome applications from students offering an Extended Project and value the skills of research and independent learning that it is designed to develop. If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as part of your application profile, but we will not usually include it in offer conditions for this degree programme.
34-36 points overall with at least one science at Higher Level grade 5 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 4 or above if not offered at Higher Level.
H1H1H1H2H2 at Higher level, including at least one from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. If not offered at Higher Level then Maths at Ordinary Level 2 will be required.
D*D*D* in an appropriate subject with substantial science units (e.g. physiology, psychology, biomechanics, nutrition, biology, chemistry, physics). At least five GCSE grades A*-B or 8-6 required, including Mathematics and English Language.
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