BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at Liverpool John Moores University

The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science degree is delivered by world-leading experts in state-of-the-art facilities in our award-winning Tom Reilly Building. Sports scientists work in the sports industries with athletes, coaches and governing bodies to help improve elite performance or in communities promoting healthy lifestyles. Through the multi-disciplinary study of the behavioural, physical and life sciences, this degree prepares you for a highly rewarding career in sports or exercise contexts.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science  |  Department: School of Sport and Exercise Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time, optional placement year (sandwich)  |  Intake: September (2027/28 entry)  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Research Methods 1, Exercise Physiology 1, Psychosocial Principles of Sport and Exercise, Human Movement, Professional Practice in Sport and Exercise Science 1, Physical Activity and Health 1. Year 2 core modules: Research Methods 2, Exercise Physiology 2, Professional Practice in Sport & Exercise Science 2, Physical Activity and Health 2, Biomechanics, Sport and Performance Psychology, Study Semester Abroad - Sport and Exercise Science. Year 3 core modules: Major Project, Applied Placement in Sport and Exercise Science, Applied Motor Behaviour, Current Issues in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Strength and Conditioning, Behaviour change, Performance Analysis in Sport, PE Teacher Education.

Career pathways

The diversity of careers that our graduates pursue is testament to the variety of skills you develop during your course. Some students continue their studies at master’s level at LJMU in sport physiology and performance, sport psychology, sport nutrition, clinical exercise physiology, strength and conditioning and teaching.

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