BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at University of Staffordshire

A CASES-endorsed degree covering exercise physiology, nutrition, sport psychology and biomechanics through laboratory and field-based practical study. It includes a placement module with athletes and community clients and an optional Strength and Conditioning route. Students can work with the Peak Condition Service under supervision from CASES-accredited staff.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with a placement year or foundation year; 4-9 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 introduces physiology, biomechanics, sport and exercise psychology and exercise prescription. Year 2 covers physiology of training and sports nutrition, biomechanical analysis, rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, and teamwork and leadership. Year 3 includes an Independent Investigational Project, applied biomechanics, optimising performance and a Sport and Exercise Placement.

Career pathways

Graduates work in professional football clubs (including head of sport science), strength and conditioning coaching, laboratory technician and sport scientist roles, personal training, cardiac physiology, and exercise referral and rehabilitation. Many progress to postgraduate study including PhD, and the degree can lead to the MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology.

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