BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at Oxford Brookes University

Programme overview

Fascinated by how the body responds to physical activity? Keen to work with sports professionals to help them reach their best? And want to impact societal health issues?

Faculty: School of Sport, Nutrition and Allied Health Professions | Duration: 3 years; part-time: part-time study is possible | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In year 1, you’ll gain a thorough grounding in human anatomy and physiology, psychology, biomechanics, nutrition and professional skills. Our Professional Skills for Sport and Coaching Sciences module will highlight the different aspects of the role and show you the range of career opportunities available.

Career pathways

As well as building up specific subject knowledge, you’ll develop general skills over the programme such as communication, teamwork and leadership – all highly rated by today’s employers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard offer: UCAS Tariff Points: 120 A Level: BBB IB Points: 31 BTEC: DDM Contextual offer: UCAS Tariff Points: 96 A Level: CCC IB Points: 28 BTEC: MMM A Level: Including one A Level or a comparable Level 3 qualification in a science subject (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology). Ability to demonstrate an interest in sport. If you do not have a background in science, we encourage you to consider our Life Sciences Foundation year. An IELTS score of 6.0 overall (6.0 in Reading and Writing, 5.5 in Speaking and Listening) is required for all applicants whose first language is not English. UCAS code: C601.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Annual full-time tuition fee as listed on the course page Source

International applicants: GBP 18,250 a year (2026/27). Annual full-time tuition fee as listed on the course page Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 3 years; part-time: part-time study is possible

Apply through the official page: https://www.brookes.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/sport-and-exercise-science#apply

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