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Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
If you are interested in sport, exercise and biomedical sciences, this course will provide you with scientific knowledge into why and how the body functions during and after sport and exercise.
Unlike most other sport and exercise courses, this degree has a strong scientific focus.
You will be working with high-tech equipment to study biomechanics, nutrition, sports medicine, psychology, physiology and anatomy. We are the only Sport and Exercise Science degree to have access to a well-equipped medical school anatomy suite and use physical and virtual 3D modelling ...
If you are interested in sport, exercise and biomedical sciences, this course will provide you with scientific knowledge into why and how the body functions during and after sport and exercise.<br/><br/>Unlike most other sport and exercise courses, this degree has a strong scientific focus. <br/><br/>You will be working with high-tech equipment to study biomechanics, nutrition, sports medicine, psychology, physiology and anatomy. We are the only Sport and Exercise Science degree to have access to a well-equipped medical school anatomy suite and use physical and virtual 3D modelling to help you better understand the anatomy of the human body. <br/><br/>You will enhance your employability through your Personal Development Portfolio. For this you will complete 100 hours of placement and profession-related activities that are tailored to individual career goals and we have a dedicated placements manager to support you every step of the way. <br/><br/>The University of Nottingham has a strong tradition of sporting success across a wide number of sports. The University has finished in the BUCS top 10 for the last 15 years. In 2022 we finished 2nd in the UK.<br/><br/>Sports scholarships are also available for talented athletes who wish to join this course.<br/><br/>You will study in a range of facilities including our new exercise physiology, psychology and human movement laboratories in the David Ross Sports Village on University Park Campus and our Medical School which includes an anatomy suite and functional sports medicine resources.<br/><br/>Depending on the module being studied, you may also be based in the Faculty of Engineering on University Park Campus. There is a footbridge linking the Medical School to University Park, providing easy access to facilities on both sites.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C600
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,B,B
Offers made in conjunction with Scottish Advanced Higher grades of AA, with at least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology. Human biology is considered on a case by case basis.
Access to HE Diploma
D:36,M:9
Access to HE Diploma 36 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 9 Level 3 credits at Merit. 15 Level 3 credits must be in Biological Science at Distinction and 15 Level 3 credits must be in Chemistry at Distinction. Applicants must still meet the GCSE requirements to be considered.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
34 points overall in the IB Diploma with 6.6 in two Higher Level subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology and Sports, Exercise and Health Science OR 6.6.6 in 3 Higher Level IB Diploma, with a 6,6 in two Higher Level Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology and Sports, Exercise and Health Science.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not Accepted
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five at Grade 4 (C) or above, including Maths and English Language.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A
At least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology. Human biology is considered on a case by case basis. Offers made in combination with Scottish Higher qualification, grades AAABB
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M1,M1
Including at least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, and Psychology.
Extended Project
A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in an A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in an A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D
Plus 2 A levels grades AA in two of Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Physical Education*, and Psychology *BTEC in Sport, Sport Science or related sport subjects will not be accepted alongside A level Physical Education.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
Plus 2 A levels grades AA in two of Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Physical Education*, and Psychology *BTEC in Sport, Sport Science or related sport subjects will not be accepted alongside A level Physical Education.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A
If you have already achieved your Core Maths Qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths Qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths Qualification. Core Maths qualifications offered by other exam boards are also considered for an alternative offer.
A level
A,A,A
At least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Education, and Psychology. A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately.
T Level
Contact the school for details
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
A
Accepted alongside two A Levels grade AA including at least two science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Education, and Psychology.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £30,750 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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