Course Summary

**Mathematics and Sports and Exercise Science 4 Year Full Time with a Year Abroad - UCAS code: GC17** - Top 15 for graduate prospects [Complete University Guide, 2021] - World-ranked for research in mathematics [QS World University Rankings] - Ranked 200-300 worldwide [Shanghai Rankings] - World-class facilities for mathematical and computational sciences Mathematics underpins all contemporary science, business and technology, and is of fundamental importance in understanding the world around us. Sport and Exercise Science is equally rooted in our distant human beginnings and anchored to our present state. It explores how the human body performs under different levels of pressure and covers broad issues from wider participation in sports, to ethics, sports psychology and nutrition. Our four-year combined BSc Mathematics and Sports and Exercise Science with a Year Abroad covers a broad base of classical and contemporary theory across both disciplines and has been designed to bring together these two subject areas in a fresh an innovative way. Your learning will be shaped by inspirational and internationally-renowned staff including Dr Edwin Beggs, Reader in Mathematics and an expert in Algebra and Geometry, and Dr Nicholas Owen, Associate Professor in Sports and Exercis Science and an expert in human biomechanics. You will be joining a university that holds a TEF Gold Award, UK Government recognition for teaching excellence.

Course Details - Modules

The programme consists of a core of modules in Mathematics and Sports and Exercise Science covering key aspects of both subjects. The compulsory Mathematics modules cover the central topics of real and complex analysis alongside linear and abstract algebra. These topics provide students with a solid understanding of modern mathematics. The compulsory Sports and Exercise Science modules cover the key areas of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics and nutrition.

Course Details – Assessment Method

A range of assessment methods are employed in this programme. In Mathematics aspects of the degree there is a balance of exams and coursework. Coursework elements include regular problem sheets spread through the academic year, alongside practical PC-lab work where appropriate. Alongside this assessed work students also have regular small un-assessed tasks and assignments to complete to develop their mathematical understanding through a hands on approach. In Sports and Exercise Science aspects of the course there is a mixture of lab work, group work, coursework and exams through the programme.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

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: GC17

Institution code: S93

Campus Name: Bay Campus

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

A levels: grades ABB-BBB including Mathematics. Welsh Baccalaureate: Requirements are as for A levels where you can substitute the same non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Level Core Grade.

Scottish Highers: ABBBC plus Grade B in Mathematics.

Access to Science (Maths): 24 Distinctions and 15 Merits with Distinctions in all Maths modules.

International Baccalaureate: 32 overall with 5 in Higher Level Mathematics.

BTEC: DDM any subject plus Grade B in A Level Mathematics.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 73%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 60%

Go onto work and study: 95%

Fees and funding

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Provider information

Singleton Park
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Swansea
SA2 8PP

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