BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science Bachelor's degree at Coventry University
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at Coventry University. Coventry University's Sport and Exercise Science degree guides you through the science underpinning athletic performance and human movement.
About this course
The Sport and Exercise Science BSc degree at Coventry University allows you to explore the dynamic intersection of science, athleticism, and performance enhancement. Unleash your passion for sports and exercise and apply to Coventry University. From the provider’s course page.
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at Coventry University, based in Coventry Campus. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Sport and exercise sciences graduates from this provider, 80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 80% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £27,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Sport & Exercise Science, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Limited evidence Published sample: 15; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 80% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 80% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year one 4 modules
- Professional Practice for Sport and Exercise ScienceCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Build your confidence and skills in key areas of sport and exercise science, including physiology, biomechanics and psychology. Learn how to carry out practical tasks safely and effectively in both lab and field settings. You'll be introduced to the professional standards, behaviours and expectations needed to succeed in the sport and exercise science industry. Start developing your communication skills, learning how to present information clearly to different types of audiences, from teammates
- Fundamentals of Functional Anatomy and Human MovementCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Explore how the body moves by learning the basics of anatomy and biomechanics. Look at how bones, muscles and joints work together, and how forces and motion affect performance and injury. Gain hands-on experience in practical sessions using biomechanical tools to analyse movement and spot potential risks. Through a mix of theory and practice, understand what affects performance and how to assess movement safely and effectively.
- Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise PsychologyCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Learn how people develop and improve their movement skills, and how psychology plays a key role in sport and exercise performance. Explore how we control movement, how to create the best environment for learning new skills and how motivation, confidence and focus can impact success. Test out ideas in practical sessions and tutorials, using research and hands-on activities to build your understanding. Gain key knowledge and experience that you can apply in real coaching or performance settings.
- Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Physiology and NutritionCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Explore how the human body works during sport and exercise, focusing on key systems like the muscles, nerves and energy systems. Learn how these systems work together to support movement and performance, and how exercise affects them. You'll be introduced to the basics of nutrition and how it supports physical activity. Through hands-on practical sessions, apply what you've learned in real-life scenarios, helping you build a strong foundation for future study in sport and exercise science.
Year two 4 modules
- Applied Sport and Exercise Science PracticeCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Supplement your previous knowledge and skills by learning how to assess a client's needs using a more complete, whole-person approach. Apply what you've learned in areas like physiology, psychology, nutrition, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, and performance analysis to real-world scenarios - especially those found in team sports. Explore how to balance both individual and team needs and get hands-on experience collecting and applying data in realistic, often unpredictable environments,
- Applied Strength ConditioningCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Learn the key skills and knowledge you need to coach strength and conditioning effectively, following industry standards like CIMSPA. Explore biomechanics, physiology, athlete testing, periodisation, return-to-play strategies and how to monitor performance. Gain hands-on coaching experience in areas that can include Olympic lifting, plyometrics and speed training, while learning how to use data to support athlete development, all within our fully equipped on-campus facilities. Reflect on your ow
- Interdisciplinary Application of Sport and Exercise ScienceCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Explore the latest developments in sport and exercise biomechanics, psychology and physiology, and learn how to apply them to real-world situations. Explore current scientific research to understand how these areas work together and influence performance and wellbeing. Develop your skills in testing and analysing data using an interdisciplinary approach, helping you make informed, evidence-based decisions in sport and exercise settings. Strengthen your ability to apply theory to practice and cre
- Research in Sport and Exercise ScienceCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Build your research and analytical skills to better understand how sport and exercise science is studied. Explore both quantitative and qualitative research methods and learn how to critically analyse information to solve problems and make discoveries. Develop the ability to choose the right research design to explore fresh ideas and questions in sport and exercise science. Practise sharing your findings clearly through both scientific and non-scientific communication, helping you present your w
Placement year 2 modules
- UK Work PlacementOptional
Module details
This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved placement undertaken during your programme. A placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.
- International Study/Work PlacementOptional
Module details
This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved international study/work placement undertaken during your programme. A work/study placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.
Final year 5 modules
- Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise PhysiologyCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Build on what you've learned about how the body responds to exercise, both in the short term and over time. Apply this knowledge to real sports and exercise situations, adapting to different environments, exploring new training methods and examining hot topics in exercise physiology. The focus is on developing a curious, evidence-based approach to current ideas, theories and practices in the field.
- Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise PsychologyCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Explore current topics and important ideas in sport and exercise psychology. Gain a clear understanding of the role of a practitioner in different performance settings and learn how to apply psychological skills in real life. Study the philosophy behind the practice, ethical issues and professional standards, with a focus on the BASES Code of Conduct and how it guides ethical decisions in practical situations.
- Independent Research ProjectCompulsory30 credits
Module details
Conduct, analyse, interpret and communicate, via a scientific research paper and oral presentation, a piece of investigative research in a specialised area of sport and/or exercise. You will be supported and guided by your supervisor. However, you are expected to demonstrate increasing independence, high levels of organisational and time management skills, technical skills and awareness of research ethics and/or health and safety.
- Advanced Sport and Exercise BiomechanicsOptional30 credits
Module details
Build on your biomechanics knowledge by applying it to real-world problems in sport, health and performance. Explore more advanced analysis techniques for both simple and complex movements, helping you understand how to improve performance, reduce injury risk, or enhance quality of life. Design and carry out your own biomechanical assessments, collect data and learn how to evaluate your findings critically. Explore the latest research and debates in biomechanics, learning to think scientifically
- Interdisciplinary Approaches in Physical Activity and HealthOptional30 credits
Module details
Explore how to create inclusive and engaging environments that help people become more active and reduce time spent being inactive. Look at current issues in exercise and health and learn how physical activity can promote health and wellbeing at every stage of life. Dive into research and evidence to understand how physical activity affects health, the barriers people face in staying active, and what helps them stay motivated. Explore public health strategies and interventions for different popu
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This degree explores how the body responds to exercise and how science improves athletic performance. You'll start with core knowledge of anatomy, exercise physiology and sport psychology, alongside practical coaching skills. Year 2 moves into biomechanics, athlete testing, programme design and research methods. In your final year, you'll choose specialist pathways such as strength & conditioning, nutrition, rehabilitation, coaching or PE teaching routes, undertake an applied placement with teams or schools, and complete an independent research dissertation. The course builds progressively from scientific foundations to applied practice in performance settings.
Who it's for
You're drawn to sport and exercise but want the rigorous science behind it. You thrive when linking theory to practice, understanding *why* a technique works, not just that it does. You're comfortable with lab work, data analysis and research design, and you're equally keen on mentoring athletes, advising on training or working clinically. You'll find this course intellectually demanding yet grounded: three years spent bridging the gap between the research lab and the field or gym. If you want a degree that opens paths into performance coaching, clinical roles, research or exercise prescription, this suits you.
Careers & job market
Across Sport and Exercise Science courses nationally, 90% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months; 62% of those working are in highly skilled roles or further study. Earnings across the graduate population (national figures) start at £22,000–£30,000 at 15 months, falling to £19,125–£27,000 after three years, and rising to £23,375–£33,000 after five years. Pathways include strength and conditioning, sports medicine, exercise physiology, health promotion, research and further postgraduate study.
University & format
Coventry University is a University located in Coventry. The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science is a full-time, 3-year degree taught in English. It is a nationally recognised UK degree-awarding body qualification. The university holds Gold for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Placement year. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
See and book current events. Dates can fill or change.
Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 85% |
| another higher-education qualification | 5% |
| No / unknown prior qualifications | 5% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accepted students typically held strong UCAS tariffs. Check how your predicted grades compare and whether a contextual offer applies.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at Coventry University →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
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Careers & earnings
What Sport & Exercise Science graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £27,000 | £25,000 – £30,000 | 15 |
| 3 years after | £22,500 | £18,500 – £26,000 | 145 |
| 5 years after | £29,000 | £24,000 – £35,000 | 150 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 15; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in sport & exercise science · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Sport & Exercise Science nationally
National figures for Sport & Exercise Science graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 15; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Sport & Exercise Science courses at the same study level.
Compared with 915 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Managers, directors and senior officialsSOC 2020 1 · 20% of published destinations · ASHE median £51,733
- Natural and social science professionalsSOC 2020 211 · 20% of published destinations · ASHE median £44,243
- Skilled trades occupationsSOC 2020 5 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £34,241
- Process, plant and machine operativesDiscover Uni category · 10% of published destinations
- Therapy professionalsSOC 2020 222 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £37,338
- Teaching ProfessionalsSOC 2020 231 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £42,660
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 30; response rate: 65%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Sport & Exercise Science graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Sport & Exercise Science graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Sports clubs & NGBs
- Leisure providers
- Schools
- The NHS
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Sport & Exercise Science graduates.
Sport CoachAspire PeopleSport Science LeadBiolyz FlexCoBTEC Tech Awards Sept 22 - Sport - ExaminerPearsonEquine Vet: Independent Clinic for Leisure & Sport HorsesBritish Veterinary LGBT+Learning Mentor (PE/Sport)Prospero TeachingCasual Youth Worker: Sport, Community Growth & BelongingActive Herefordshire & WorcestershireIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Where graduates go
80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £27,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.5 out of 10: NSS 94% · in work or study 80% · continued 80%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Coventry University
Biological and sport sciences across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Coventry Campus
2,964 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Sport & Exercise Science right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Coventry University from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by Coventry University; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Coventry University’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Coventry University and gov.uk before you apply.
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