SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCE

COURSE DETAILS

AWARD:
BSc (Hons)

DURATION & STUDY MODE:
4 years full-time

LOCATION:
Lanarkshire

START DATE:
September 2023

UCAS CODE:
C602

About the course

UWS’s BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science prepares you for a career where you will learn how to support athletes in maximising their performance.

This degree focuses on the science behind high-performance sport.

The teaching on the BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science is research-led and promotes both health and performance elements of sport and exercise science.

Lab-based and practical tuition and assessments are a key feature of this degree and will develop your hands-on skills and sport and exercise knowledge.

Programme Highlights

You’ll develop knowledge, skills and expertise in biomechanics, physiology, strength and conditioning, and sports psychology
You’ll be encouraged to utilise our newly equipped laboratories, which include labs in: Human Health and Performance; Cardiovascular Imaging; Sport and Exercise Science; Extreme Environments; Exercise and Health Biochemistry; Sport Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation; and Biomechanics
Teaching staff are committed to providing a supportive learning environment and a flexible approach to study
This degree is offered at our state-of-the-art Lanarkshire Campus with elements also delivered at the Emirates Arena, a world-class sports facility which was built for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow
In Year 3 you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a work placement with a relevant employer

Applications for this course are open to people currently residing in:

Scotland

Year 1: Open

Year 2: Open

Year 3: Open

Rest of UK (Eng, Wales & NI) & Republic of Ireland

Year 1: Open

Year 2: Open

Year 3: Open

International (including EU/EEA)

Year 1: Closed

Year 2: Closed

Year 3: Closed

Minimum Entry Requirements

Year 1

Scottish Highers: BCC (69 UCAS Tariff points) including 1 science (Biology preferred, but not essential) or PE
A levels: DDD (72 UCAS Tariff points) including 1 science (Biology preferred, but not essential) or PE
Irish Leaving Certificate: H3 H3 H3 including 1 science (Biology preferred, but not essential) or PE
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: 27 points including 1 science (Biology preferred) at Higher Level
Scottish Wider Access Programme: Access to STEM or Access to Life Sciences or Access to Health and Biological Sciences (ABB)
SQA HNC or BTEC Level 4 HNC: Fitness, Health & Exercise or Applied Sport Science / Applied Sports & Exercise Science or Physical Activity & Health or Sports Therapy (for SQA awards, with Grade B in Graded Unit)

Year 2

Only students from across the UK (but excluding Scotland) and international students (including those from EU/EEA) will be considered for entry to Year 2.

A levels: BBB (120 UCAS Tariff points) including English, PE and one science (Biology preferred)
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: 30 points (3 @ Higher Level) including English, PE and one science
SQA HNC or BTEC Level 4 HNC: Fitness, Health & Exercise or Applied Sport Science / Applied Sports & Exercise Science or Physical Activity & Health (for SQA awards, with Grade B in Graded Unit)
SQA HND or BTEC Level 5 HND: Sports Therapy (for SQA awards, with Grade B in Graded Unit) or Fitness, Health & Exercise or Applied Sports Science / Applied Sport & Exercise Science or Physical Activity & Health (for SQA awards, with minimum CB in Graded Units – all SCQF Level 8 Graded Units must be at Grade B, or above). NB: for SQA HNDs with 3 Graded Units then the following minimum grade combinations will apply: CAA / CAB / CBB

Year 3

SQA HND or BTEC Level 5 HND: Fitness, Health & Exercise or Applied Sports Science / Applied Sport & Exercise Science or Physical Activity & Health (for SQA awards, with minimum BB in Graded Units)

How to Apply

UCAS Hub

You can apply for this course, as well as keep up-to-date with your undergraduate application, via the UCAS Hub.

Your UCAS Hub account will be updated once a decision has been made on your application and you’ll be notified.

Clearing Guide

Clearing can sometimes feel like a bit of an emotional rollercoaster. Don’t worry though as we’re here to guide you through the process, giving you the information and advice you need.

Enquire about this course

If you’re not sure about anything, get in touch – we are here to help!

T: 0800 027 1000 (Freephone within the UK)
T: +44 (0)141 849 4101 (outwith the UK)
E: clearing@uws.ac.uk

Disclaimer

We will always try to make sure that we publish accurate course information but we do not accept responsibility for any mistakes or omissions. We will also try to make sure that we deliver our courses in line with our published information. However, we may not always be able to do so and you can find further information about this in our enrolment terms and conditions.