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BSc (Hons) Health and Exercise Science at Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Exercise is a powerful tool - from supporting elite performance to helping prevent and manage conditions such as obesity, cancer and depression. Our BSc (Hons) Health and Exercise Science degree explores how exercise affects the body and how training can be adapted when health conditions influence a person’s ability to be active. You’ll study human biology, physiology and psychology to understand how the body responds to physical, psychological and environmental stressors.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: School of Sport and Exercise Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement  |  Study mode: full-time, placement year available  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Health and Exercise Science explores how physical activity supports health, performance and wellbeing at a time when inactivity, ageing and lifestyle‑related conditions pose major global challenges. This degree brings together human biology, physiology, biomechanics and psychology to help you understand how the body functions and how exercise can be used to improve health across diverse populations. Year 1 core: Professional Skills for Sport and Exercise, Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Fundamentals of Physiology and Exercise Metabolism, Fundamentals of Human Movement. Year 2 core: Applied Health and Exercise Psychology, Advanced Professional Skills for Sport and Exercise, Applied Biomechanics in Health & Exercise, Applied Exercise Physiology and Nutrition. Year 3 core: Planning Projects in Sport and Exercise, Health and Exercise Medicine, Injury and Rehabilitation, Individual Project in Sport and Exercise, Exercise Science for Clinical Populations.

Career pathways

BSc (Hons) Health and Exercise Science graduates progress into roles across sport, health, fitness and wellbeing. With sport and physical activity increasingly recognised as essential to public health, demand for professionals who understand the science behind exercise continues to grow.

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Entry requirements

104-112 UCAS Tariff points. GCE A levels - grades BCC or equivalent, and to include minimum grade C in at least one of Physical Education, Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics (with a Pass in Practical Assessment). Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM in Applied Science or Sport and Exercise Science. BTEC Sport and Sport Coaching and Development are not accepted for entry. Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall in a science subject with a minimum 106 UCAS Tariff points. T level - We welcome applications from students undertaking T level Science. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Merit as a condition of offer. IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 26 or minimum 106 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects, including HL5 in at least one of Sports, Exercise and Health Science, Psychology, Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. The equivalent of A level grade C in a relevant subject will be required as part of any offer. A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A level-equivalent qualifications. Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course. GCSE grade C/4 in English Language or equivalent, e.g. Pass in Level 2 Functional Skills English. and GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics or equivalent, e.g. Pass in Level 2 Functional Skills Mathematics. IB: Pass the IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects, including HL5 in at least one of Sports, Exercise and Health Science, Biology, Physics or Chemistry. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English and Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 4 in Mathematics. IELTS: 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, taken within two years of course start date.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard UK and Channel Islands full-time fee for 2027/28 as stated on the course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com

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