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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Sandwich
29-SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Sandwich
29-SEP-25
4 Years
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Develop a critical and practical understanding of sport management and development, coaching, physical education and the sociology and psychology of sport.This degree is designed for those who wish to examine the role of sport, health and physical activity within society. You'll have the opportunity to develop a fundamental understanding of sport management and development, coaching and physical education, and the sociology and psychology of sport. You will also develop an advanced understanding of at least one of these areas of study. You’ll consider the contributions sport makes to society and assess whether and how sport can be improved. You will study against the backdrop of the University’s world-class multi-sport training environment.In your first year you'll study introductory units in the key areas of sport management, coaching, development, sport psychology, the political and social context of sport, and research methods.In your second year you'll have the opportunity to develop your areas of specialism through your choice of optional units connected to sport management, coaching, development, sport psychology and the social context of sport, health and physical activity.In your final year you'll carry out a year-long research project and advance your studies in the areas of sport, health and the social sciences.Students in the past have gone on to careers in fields such as sport performance, sport marketing, community sport, and teaching, among others. Graduates have also pursued further study in a number of different areas.
Exam type
A levelA level:
AAB - A*AC Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
AB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:33,M:6 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
36 Grades / Points required
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:
D*DD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDD Grades / Points required
Typical offer:AAB or A*BB or A*AC in three A levels.Contextual offer:ABB or A*BC or AAC in three A levelsAlternative offers with additional study:ABB or or A*BC or AAC in three A levels plus additional study - please see the course pages on our website
AB in two Advanced Highers.We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved at least AAABB in their Highers.
A pass in the Access to HE Diploma with at least 33 credits achieved at Distinction and 6 credits achieved at Merit or above.
Typical offer:36 points overall and 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects. Contextual offer:35 points overall and 6, 5, 5 in three Higher Level subjects
D*DD in the Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma.We prefer the above qualifications to be in a relevant subject area. You must also have at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or C including English, Mathematics and a science subject.
DDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF).We prefer the above qualifications to be in a relevant subject area and are unable to consider qualifications in Public Services, Uniformed Protective Services, Travel and Tourism and other less relevant disciplines.You must also have at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or C including English, Mathematics and a science subject.
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England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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