Sport and Exercise Science
Heriot-Watt University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Edinburgh Campus

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Edinburgh Campus

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Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

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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 you’ll experience what it is like to be a sport and exercise scientist working in practice. You’ll gain knowledge in all the three core areas of sport and exercise science including physiology, psychology, and biomechanics. You’ll learn to ...Read more

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 you’ll experience what it is like to be a sport and exercise scientist working in practice.

You’ll gain knowledge in all the three core areas of sport and exercise science including physiology, psychology, and biomechanics. You’ll 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, you’ll 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, you’ll 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. You’ll 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.

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48/91
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25th
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Aimee
20 Oct 25

Commuting from the East Lothian public transport links are terrible and lengthy. 1st class facilities...Read more

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Anna
09 Dec 23

The best aspects are the sports facilities, gyms, training and coaches...Read more

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£9,790 per year

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£9,790 per year

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Students from England

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£1,820 per year

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£21,192 per year

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£21,192 per year

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Aimee
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Sport and Exercise Science
Commuting from the East Lothian public transport links are terrible and lengthy. 1st class facilities....
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09 Dec 23
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The best aspects are the sports facilities, gyms, training and coaches....
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