Sport and Exercise Science - BSc (Hons) at University of South Wales

Programme overview

A degree at Pontypridd covering exercise physiology, sport psychology, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, sports nutrition and sports performance, endorsed by CASES and CIMSPA. It uses a 7-week block delivery structure and embedded placements, with CIMSPA qualifications gained during study.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one modules: Inside the Body: From Muscles to Mind; Translating Science into Performance; Health and Fitness Foundations; and The Sport and Exercise Scientist: Skills for Success. Students can gain CIMSPA Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer and Working with Long Term Conditions qualifications.

Career pathways

Roles include sport and performance scientist, exercise physiologist or biomechanist, strength and conditioning coach, health promotion specialist and personal trainer, or postgraduate study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 112 UCAS points or above: A-level BBC including one A-level in Science, Mathematics, Physical Education or Psychology (excluding General Studies); Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate C plus BB at A-level including one such subject; BTEC Distinction Merit Merit in a relevant subject; Access to HE Diploma in Sport/Science with at least 112 UCAS tariff points. A minimum of 5 GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at grade C/4 or above or equivalent. Contextual offers may be made.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

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