BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

Study the science that powers performance and gain the expertise to improve health through movement on our industry-endorsed sport and exercise science degree. On this BSc Sport and Exercise Science degree, endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport & Exercise Sciences (CASES) , you’ll explore the science that drives human performance and protects health. Blending behavioural, physical, and life sciences, this practice-driven course equips you with the knowledge, laboratory expertise, and critical thinking skills to make an impact – from elite sport to public health.

Faculty: Carnegie School of Sport | Duration: 3 years full-time (4 years with placement) | Study mode: full-time, part-time (optional placement year) | Intake: 20 Sep 2027 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Functional Anatomy & Biomechanics of Human Movement, Physiology of the Human Body, Human Behaviour in Sport, Exercise & Health Science, Nutrition & Biochemistry, Personal Professional & Academic Development in Sport & Exercise Science, The Sport & Exercise Scientist in Action. Year 2 core modules: Research in Practice for Sport & Exercise Science, Professional Development in Sport, Exercise & Health Sciences. Year 2 options include Exercise Prescription for Health & Performance, Food & Nutrition for Health & Exercise, Psychology of Sport, Exercise & Health, Biomechanical Determinants of Human Movement, Physiological Responses to Sport & Exercise. Year 3 core modules: Final Year Project in Sport & Exercise Science. Year 3 options include Applied Exercise Psychology, Applied Physiology of Sport Performance, Applied Sport Psychology, Biomechanics of Health & Injury, Clinical Exercise Physiology, Contemporary Issues in Physical Education & Youth Sport.

Career pathways

At Carnegie School of Sport, we have a proven track record of preparing graduates for impactful careers and advanced study across the sport, exercise, and health sectors. Whether you’re drawn to physiology, performance analysis, psychology, nutrition, or health promotion, you’ll graduate with clarity about your future direction. Roles include High-performance sport, Health and fitness industry, Exercise referral and rehabilitation, Health education and community wellbeing, Teaching and coaching.

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Entry requirements

112-128 points required UCAS Tariff Points: 112-128 points required. (Minimum 72-80 from two A Levels or equivalent, e.g. BTEC Nationals or Cambridge Technicals, excluding General Studies. At least one of these should normally be from a science subject, which can include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, Sociology or Psychology. If you are studying Biology, Chemistry or Physics to meet this requirement you must also achieve a 'Pass' in the practical assessment, where that practical assessment is separated (from 2017).) GCSEs GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs. Access to HE Diploma Pass overall with 112-128 UCAS tariff points in a relevant subject. T Levels Pass overall with 112-128 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core, in a relevant subject. Scottish Awards 112-128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above and should include at least one science subject. Irish Leaving Certificate 112-128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above and should include at least one science subject. IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10050. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,345 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £17345. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time (4 years with placement)

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/search/results?SearchText=Leeds+Beckett+University+Sport+and+Exercise+Science&filters=Destination_Undergraduate&studyYear=2027

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