BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences at University of Gloucestershire

Explore the science behind sport, health and performance with our hands-on, career-focused course taught by experts in their fields. Learn from passionate sport scientists who don’t just teach and research – they train, compete and coach too. They’ll provide one-to-one support, expert guidance and bring real world experience into your classroom.

Department: Sport and Exercise  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; part-time no fixed duration  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time, sandwich/placement year option  |  Intake: September 2027; September 2028  |  Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules. Level 4 (Year 1): Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Biomechanics, Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Exercise for Health and Wellbeing, Coaching, Pedagogy and Skill Acquisition, Foundational Movements and Fitness Testing; Level 5 (Year 2): Applied Research Skills for Sport and Exercise Science, Practical Skills in Biomechanics, Applied Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology, Applied Nutrition for Sport and Exercise; Level 6 (final year): Extended Research Project, Research Skills in Biomechanics, Advanced Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Psychology of Sport Performance and Wellbeing, Data Analytics for Sport and Exercise, Advances in Sport and Exercise Nutrition.

Career pathways

Explore the science behind sport, health and performance with our hands-on, career-focused course taught by experts in their fields. With an evidence-based approach and a strong employability focus, you’ll graduate with the key skills employers are actively looking for.

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