BSc Sports Science

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BSc Sports Science

  • Objectives The course concentrates on understanding how the human body functions during exercise and sport. You will be studying all aspects of sport from a scientific perspective, including biology, biochemistry, nutrition and physiology. Studying Sports Science will help you to build a successful career in either the scientific or commercial worlds, or in the public sector.
  • Entry requirements You should have GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent). You are normally expected to achieve one of the following: at least 160 points from two or more A-levels, including biology or physical education or science; or at least 160 points from two A-levels (Applied subjects) in science; or a BTEC National Diploma in Science with MMP and at least four merits in the final year, including biology-related modules, but excluding common skills. Entry from appropriate Foundation and Access courses is considered.
  • Academic title BSc Sports Science
  • Course description Course structure

    For this Sports Science course, you study eight modules per year at each of the three levels for Single Honours. For Joint Honours you will take four modules, plus four from another subject.

    Level 1

        * Basic Sports Science
        * Human Physiology
        * Science for Sport
        * Sports Training Principles
        * Data Analysis
        * Professional Studies
        * Applied Sports Science
        * Functional Anatomy
        * Introduction to Psychology and Coaching

    Level 2

        * Biomechanics
        * Sports and Exercise Physiology I
        * Metabolic Nutrition
        * Project Preparation
        * Physical Performance Assessment
        * Biomedical Implications of Exercise
        * Sports Psychology I and II

    Level 3

        * Project (double module)
        * Sports and Exercise Nutrition
        * Exercise Physiology II
        * Motor Control
        * Applied and Environmental Physiology
        * Current Issues in Practical Coaching
        * Motor Control
        * Advanced Sports Psychology
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