BSc (Hons) Sport and Fitness

Core modules are:

• Human structure and function

• Professional skills and knowledge

• Mechanics of human movement

• Principles of sport and exercise psychology 

• Practical exercise instruction

• Introduction to sports coaching and leadership

You will study the following core modules:

• Introduction to Research Methods

• Sport and exercise physiology

• Nutrition for performance and health

• Movement analysis

Plus two option modules, which may include:

• Physical activity and health

• Applied coaching and leadership

• Work placement 1 – team working and communication

• Principles of sport and exercise psychology

You will study the following two core modules:

• The professional practitioner – ethics, policy and practice

• Research methods (sport and fitness)

You will also choose one further module from the following: 

• Design, manage, and evaluate human fitness and physical performance

• Work placement: industry-specific skills

Plus three option modules which may include: 

• Applied sport and exercise psychology

• Sport and exercise science: a critical analysis

• Sports nutrition and dietary considerations

• Strength and conditioning

• Analyzing physical activity, lifestyle, and adherence

You will choose two of the following core modules:

• Advanced applications of coaching and instruction

• Delivering physical activities and sports development programs

• Work placement: professional practice

• Plus two option modules from the following:

• Physical activity for all

• Sports and exercise psychology

• Sports and exercise rehabilitation

• Legal issues in sport and fitness

• Small business planning

• You must also complete a dissertation.