This course is based on the sciences that underpin human performance in a variety of areas from competitive sport to general health.
The course is taught by staff with a wide range of teaching, professional and research experience.
The course is currently mapped to National Occupational Standards for Exercise and Fitness which assures employers that graduates have the skills that are essential for effective engagement with the exercise industry. Individual modules have been developed which professionally prepare students in line with the vocational qualifications ...
This course is based on the sciences that underpin human performance in a variety of areas from competitive sport to general health. <br/><br/>The course is taught by staff with a wide range of teaching, professional and research experience.<br/><br/>The course is currently mapped to National Occupational Standards for Exercise and Fitness which assures employers that graduates have the skills that are essential for effective engagement with the exercise industry. Individual modules have been developed which professionally prepare students in line with the vocational qualifications endorsed by the Register of Exercise Professionals.<br/><br/>Basic disciplines studied include anatomy and physiology, biomechanics and sports psychology. More advanced modules which draw on the interaction of the basic disciplines feature later in the curriculum.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
08/09/2025
Campus
Main Site - Aberdeen
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C600
Institution Code
R36
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 3
Not Accepted
B,B,B,B
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) and two subjects from Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics. English and Maths are required at National 5 grade B if not achieved at Higher.
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. A science subject is required. Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.
28
To include Higher Level English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) and two subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics at grade 5. Maths and English are required at Standard Level grade 4 if not achieved at Higher.
DMM
In a science related discipline. GCSE English and Maths are also required at grade B/6.
H2,H2,H3,H3
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) and two subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics. English and Maths are required at grade O2 if not achieved at Higher.
M
Relevant subject for year 1 entry
accepted
Pass
Relevant HNC for year 1 entry
D
science for entry to year 1
Pass
Graded units required for advanced entry to year 3
Pass
May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers
B,C,C
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) and two subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics. GCSE English and Maths are also required at grade B/6.
M
in science for year 1 entry
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