Sport and Exercise Science

Explore how the mind and body work together and apply this knowledge to help people achieve their sport, exercise and physical activity goals on our BSc Sport and Exercise Science degree.

Integrating biomechanics, physiology and psychology to address both sport and health contexts, the course also emphasises the societal role of sport and health promotion, alongside developing your business and management skills.

Taught by accredited scientists who collaborate with partners including Brentford FC, local sport and health community groups, the NHS and elite athletes, our sport and exercise science course is mapped against professional industry standards, ensuring that you gain the competencies needed for vocational qualifications in exercise and fitness.

The degree is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) and the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), pending ratification.

What you'll study

Our BSc Sport and Exercise Science course aims to provide you with a wide-ranging knowledge and understanding of the key theories relevant to sport and exercise science.

You will learn how to apply your understanding of the science to real-world situations, including:

• how the human body works during physical activity, exercise and sport to promote mental, physical and social health
• how to address issues faced by different populations: from enhancing the performance of elite athletes to improving the quality of life through physical activity.

Additionally, you will learn about research design and methodologies and conduct an independent project at the culmination of your studies in our designated laboratories, providing you with first-hand industry-level experience.

Along with accreditation from the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES), our degree aims to equip you to achieve the professional standards of the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA): Level 2 Gym Instructor (passing Level 4) and Level 3 Personal Trainer (passing Level 5).

Join us and embark on a journey that blends scientific knowledge, practical experience and professional development. With our Sport and Exercise Science degree, you will be equipped to make a significant impact on the world of sport and health.

It's not too late to study at London’s 2nd highest-rated university for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2026).

UWL's world-class facilities and outstanding teaching will give you all the tools you need to succeed. Musicians can rehearse in performance rooms, audio recording spaces and a 200 seat black box studio. Pilots can brave the storm in the Boeing 737 flight simulator. Lawyers can perfect their argument in the mock courtrooms, and chefs can whip up delicious creations in industry-standard kitchens and serve real customers at Pillars, the student-run fine-dining restaurant located on campus.

You'll also be learning in one of the world's best student cities (2026 QS Best Student Cities) - think Saturday afternoons in Covent Garden, study sessions in the British Library and live concerts in the O2 arena. With scholarships and bursaries reserved for Clearing applicants, no ambition is out of reach!