Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) at Birmingham Newman University

Discover how scientific principles and practical expertise combine to improve health, wellbeing and performance across sport and exercise settings. The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at Birmingham Newman University is a full-time, three-year undergraduate degree designed for those who want to make a positive impact through movement, coaching and applied science. Whether you are interested in elite performance, public health or education, this course offers a personalised and research-informed route into careers that promote physical activity and wellbeing.

Department: Sport  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules – Year 1: Introduction to Strength and Conditioning, Introduction to Sport & Exercise Biomechanics, Exploring Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity, Introduction to Exercise Physiology, Introductions to Sport & Exercise Psychology, Pedagogy of Physical Education and Coaching; Year 2: Investigating Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity, Principles of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Athlete Profiling, Work Readiness, Physiology of Exercise & Nutrition, Advanced Exercise Rehabilitation and Conditioning; Year 3: Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology, Contemporary Issues & Special Populations in Multidisciplinary Practice, Performance Analysis, Physiology of Performance Enhancement, Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates of this degree are well-prepared for a wide range of roles in sport, health and education across public, private and voluntary sectors. You may choose to work in areas such as coaching, performance analysis, physical activity promotion or sport science support.

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