The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science degree includes a number of pathways for you to specialise in; Sport and Exercise Science; Strength and Conditioning; Nutrition; Physical Activity and Health.
The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science programme establishes a contextualised understanding of the application of science (medicine, physical sciences and psychology) to sport performance and the optimisation of exercise participation. The programme identifies key strategies and techniques for optimising sports performance and maximising the benefits of exercise and is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES; BUES).
The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science is a multi-disciplinary programme and the core curriculum draws from the academic sub-disciplines physiology, psychology and biomechanics that underpin sport and exercise science academically and in applied practice.
The University’s partner links with professional sports clubs, as well as elite and community sports programmes and athletes in Plymouth and beyond, provides numerous opportunities to develop students’ sport and exercise science knowledge in an applied setting.
The degree prepares students to work not only as a sport and exercise scientist but also in a range of roles related to the degree including the exercise and fitness industry, health provision, supporting the coach and coaching process, teaching, research and rehabilitation.
The sport and exercise science facilities enable students to develop and apply their knowledge in both a laboratory and field based setting. Their learning is supported with academic staff who hold both academic and professional practice qualifications and who continue to work in the sector as practitioners.
The inclusion of specialist pathways (strength and conditioning, physical activity and health and nutrition) reflects the recognition to ensure the provision captures both the ‘sport’ aspect of programme (for example athlete performance, officiating and coaching and the impact of sport on the nation) and the ‘exercise’ component (positive and preventative impact of exercise on a wide ranging array of physical and mental health conditions).
Course Details - Modules
Year 1- Professional Practice, Introduction to human movement and biomechanics, Anatomy and physiology for sport and exercise, Introduction to sport, health and exercise psychology, Introduction to sport and exercise nutrition, Conditioning principles for sport, exercise and health.
Year 2- Work Based Learning: Sport and Exercise Science, Performance and technique analysis for sport, Sport and exercise physiology, Sport and exercise psychology, Research methods and analysis in sport and health sciences, Applied strength and conditioning for sport and exercise, Nutrition for health and performance, Exercise prescription and the fitness professional.
Year 3- Honours Project, Performance biomechanics, Injury biomechanics, Performance physiology, Environmental physiology, Sport and exercise psychology, Applied sport psychology, Applied interdisciplinary sport and exercise science, Advances in strength and conditioning
Advanced nutrition for sport and exercise
Work based learning*, Advanced Lifestyle Practitioner, Entrepreneurship and small business management, Nutrition for strength and conditioning, Nutrition across the lifespan.
Module prescription will be in accordance to the programme and pathway selected.
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
5A8R
Institution code:
P63
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Year 2 – Higher National Certificate or evidence of 120 Credits gained at Higher Education. Module details will be required to check that previous study matches Marjon curriculum.
Year 3 – Foundation Degree or evidence of 240 credits gained at Higher Education. Module details will be required to check that previous study matches Marjon curriculum.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Excluding General Studies
We will accept 2 AS levels in lieu of one A level but must be accompanied by 2 A Levels or BTECs
General Studies is excluded.
Achieve 30-42 level 3 credits at merit/distinction with a minimum of 18 Level 3 credits at Distinction
We will accept triple grades achieved from a combination of other BTEC qualifications
Other Level 3 qualifications will be considered
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
13%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
0%
Go onto work and study:
0%
Fees and funding
EU
9250.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
International
11000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Provider information
Derriford Road
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Plymouth
PL6 8BH
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