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BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences

University of Chester, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

We have a very good track record in terms of our graduates gaining suitable graduate employment in the sport and exercise employment sector. The applied focus of the degree is most useful when it comes to gaining employment. Previous graduates work in professional sports clubs and organizations as sports science support staff, others have gone into health promotion, sport management, and teaching amongst other areas. Many of our graduates have also gone on to do further study upon completion of their undergraduate program.

We are here to help you plan your future, make the most of your time at University, and to enhance your employability. We provide access to part-time jobs, and extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops and offer practical one-to-one help with career planning, including help with CVs, applications, and mock interviews. We also deliver group sessions on career planning within each course and we have a wide range of extensive information covering graduate jobs and postgraduate study.

Students and graduates of the University of Chester can use our services free of charge for up to two years after graduating.

General Eligibility

GCE A Level:

120 UCAS points from GCE A Levels or equivalent

BTEC:

BTEC Extended Diploma/Diploma (Sport-related subject): merit/distinction profile

T Level:

Merit

Irish/Scottish Highers:

Irish Highers - H3, H3, H3, H3, H3

Scottish Highers - BBBB

International Baccalaureate:

28 points

Access requirements:

Access to HE Diploma (Sports Science or Science), to include 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit

OCR:

OCR National Extended/Diploma (Sport): Merit 1

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma (Sport): DDM

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma (Sport): D*D*

Extra Information / General Entry Requirements:

Please note that we accept a maximum of 8 points from GCE AS Levels and that the Welsh Baccalaureate (core) and A Level General Studies will be recognized in our tariff offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Foundation Year

Compulsory Modules:

  • Applied Psychology

  • Health Studies

  • Human Biology

  • Independent Project

  • Maths for Science

  • University Study Skills

2 Year 1

Compulsory Modules:

  • Introduction to Biomechanics and Kinesiology in Sport

  • Introduction to Exercise Physiology

  • Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology

  • Introduction to Sports Coaching and Pedagogy

  • Introduction to the Sociology of Sport and Exercise

  • Research Methods and Study Skills in Sport and Exercise Sciences

3 Year 2

Compulsory Modules:

  • Research Methods in Sport and Exercise Sciences

Optional Modules:

  • Applied Experience in Sports Science

  • Biomechanics and Notational Analysis in Sport

  • Contemporary Issues in Sport

  • Enhancing your Employability through Work-Based Learning

  • Measurement and Evaluation in Sport and Exercise Physiology

  • Sport Psychology

  • Sports Coaching and Pedagogy

4 Year 3

Compulsory Modules:

  • Dissertation in Sport and Exercise Sciences

Optional Modules:

  • Applied Performance Analysis and Coaching in Sport

  • Applied Sport Psychology

  • Applied Sports Biomechanics

  • Applied Sports Coaching and Pedagogy

  • Exercise Psychology

  • Exercise in Health and Disease

  • Issues in Elite Sports Training and Performance

  • Issues in Physical Education and Youth Sport

  • Issues in Sport Policy, Politics, and Development

  • Issues in Sport, Health, and Exercise

  • Sports Medicine

  • Sports Nutrition and Performance

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS Academic: Undergraduate: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band)

Additional Information

This course is available: Full-time, 4 Years with Foundation Year - BSc (Hons) Part-time, Up to 7 Years - BSc (Hons)

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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