BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science Bachelor's degree at Edge Hill University
BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science at Edge Hill University was founded in 2006 and leads to a nationally recognised Bachelor's degree. Teaching quality has been assessed as Silver by the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
About this course
BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at Edge Hill University, based in Ormskirk. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Biological and sport sciences graduates from this provider, 95% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 65% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £24,000. (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)
Moderate evidence Published sample: 85; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2022-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 95% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 84% (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 1 6 modules
- Fundamentals of High Performance SportCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Provides an overview of the multidisciplinary nature of high performance sport. The module enables you to investigate the relationships between physiology, biomechanics and psychology in a performance-driven sports setting. You will evaluate the role of a sports scientist in the optimisation of performance and develop the practical skills required to work with a range of athletes and sports. You will work individually and in groups to develop your ability to present information in an oral and wr
Assessment: 100% Practical
- Fundamentals of Physical Activity, Exercise & HealthCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Examines the relationships that exist between physical activity, exercise and health. You will become familiar with the current physical activity guidelines for both adults and children and develop a fundamental understanding of the role that physical activity and exercise has in the promotion of physical and mental wellbeing. The module takes a multidisciplinary approach in investigating the way in which lifestyle choices impact on health and will have particular relevance for those who wish to
Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Practical
- Fundamentals of Sport & Exercise BiomechanicsCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Provides an introduction to biomechanics in the context of sport and exercise sciences. The ultimate aim of sport and exercise biomechanics is to improve sports performance, enhance the effectiveness of strength and conditioning exercise, and prevent sport- and exercise-related injury. Biomechanics is, in fact, a multidisciplinary science that encompasses elements of anatomy, kinesiology, mechanics, physics, and some mathematics. The module covers the underpinning skills, biomechanics tools, spo
Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Exam
- Fundamentals of Sport & Exercise PsychologyCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Equips you with knowledge of the key concepts and theories of sport and exercise psychology. The module includes an overview of fundamental psychological theories and perspectives, personality and motivational theory, and emotions in sport and exercise. You will also be introduced to basic measurement tools and methods.
Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Exam
- Fundamentals of Sport & Exercise Physiology & NutritionCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Introduces you to the essential concepts of exercise physiology and nutrition and their application in sports and exercise. The module provides you with a knowledge of both the structure and function of the various physiological systems and the manner in which nutrition plays a part in maintaining homeostasis. The exploration of these theoretical concepts will be supplemented by additional laboratory sessions which will assess physiological function at rest and during various modes and intensiti
Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Exam
- Investigating Sport & Exercise SciencesCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Covers the key skills required to investigate issues within the sport and exercise sciences. The module addresses the use of online databases in order to search for published literature and familiarises you with the Harvard referencing system and the scientific style of writing. You will also learn how to review scientific literature and develop the essential skills required for investigating sport and exercise sciences, for example presentation skills, reflective practice and employability skil
Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Exam
Year 2 7 modules
- Research MethodsCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Provides the opportunity to develop the research skills necessary for producing a dissertation, progressing to postgraduate study, and preparing for many jobs in the sport and physical activity sector. You will develop skills in critically evaluating scientific literature, developing research questions, planning and designing meaningful and valid qualitative and quantitative research, and analysing data. Research ethics for human participants are also covered.
Assessment: 60% Coursework 40% Exam
- Sport & Exercise BiomechanicsCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Furthers your understanding and application of the study of human movement. Biomechanics tools that enable quantitative kinetic analysis of sporting techniques are used in laboratory sessions, while the module also highlights the potential for biomechanical analysis to be taken into the competitive or training environment. The essence of the module is embedded in performance enhancement and injury prevention, providing you with a vocational appreciation of biomechanics in sport and exercise. Ana
Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Exam
- Sport & Exercise PhysiologyCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Develops your knowledge and understanding of physiological factors and their application to both sport and exercise. The module requires you to examine the acute and chronic physiological responses to sport and exercise. You will be encouraged to examine various modes and intensities of exercise including submaximal, maximal, supramaximal and intermittent activities. The aim is to develop your skills and competencies within a laboratory setting and therefore enhance your ability to monitor and e
Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Practical
- Sport & Exercise PsychologyCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Provides a theoretical understanding of contemporary sport and exercise psychology. The module is centred on three key themes. These are the psychological processes of sport participation, the psychological processes associated with exercise participation, and the psychological processes influencing the learning and performance of movement skills. Key components of the module include the understanding and evaluation of psychological theory and empirical evidence, as well as gaining practical exp
Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Exam
- Scientific Principles of Exercise and HealthOptional20 credits
Module details
Develops your understanding of contemporary issues in health and disease. The module examines the role that physical activity, exercise and lifestyle intervention strategies play in the treatment and prevention of disease as well as the promotion of health. The role, format and impact of lifestyle referral schemes on functional health status will also be evaluated.
Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Exam
- Sport & Exercise NutritionOptional20 credits
Module details
Provides you with the opportunity to become familiar with the concepts related to sport and exercise nutrition. You will develop your knowledge of all major aspects of nutrition as it relates to the sport and exercise domain. This will include the manner in which nutrition plays a part in maintaining homeostasis and how nutrition impacts on sport and exercise performance. The exploration of theoretical concepts will be supplemented by additional laboratory sessions, which will assess the effects
Assessment: 100% Coursework
- Training Methods for High Performance SportOptional20 credits
Module details
Provides a multidisciplinary approach to the enhancement of sports performance through the application of strength and conditioning training principles, scientific evidence, contemporary theoretical constructs and training periodisation. The module enables you to assess the demands of a variety of sports performance settings, apply contemporary training principles, and implement training programmes and periodised plans.
Assessment: 100% Coursework
Year 3 3 modules
- DissertationCompulsory40 credits
Module details
Allows you to engage in an in-depth independent research project, specialising your focus on a relevant area of interest.
Assessment: 80% Coursework 20% Practical
- Professional Practice and Work PlacementCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Enables you to obtain 'real life' experience of working with placement providers to enhance your awareness and understanding of the needs of employers and the standards of professional bodies. In addition to completing 80 hours on placement, you will be encouraged to provide an analysis and critical appraisal of your work-related experience. The work placement will be informed by academic knowledge which will enhance your competencies and awareness of professional practice.
Assessment: 100% Practical
- Applied Sport, Exercise & Environmental PhysiologyOptional
Module details
Evaluates the role and relevance of physiology in an
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 combines study of how the body functions during exercise with the practical skills to support athletic performance and health. You'll usually start with core anatomy, exercise physiology and sport psychology, then move through biomechanics, training physiology and research methods in your second year. From there, a course like this typically moves towards specialist options such as strength & conditioning, nutrition, rehabilitation, coaching or PE teaching routes, often combined with applied placement work and a final independent research project. Throughout, you'll balance lab and classroom study with practical coaching and athlete-focused sessions.
Who it's for
This course suits students interested in understanding human movement, physiology, and the science underpinning exercise and sport. You'll need A-level or equivalent entry qualifications. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing you for roles where scientific understanding of sport and exercise matters. First-year retention stands at 80%, suggesting students find the programme sustainable and engaging.
Careers & job market
Across Sport & Exercise Science courses nationally, 90% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating. Of those working, 62% are in highly skilled roles or pursuing further study. Graduate earnings data (national figures) show starting salaries of £22,000–£30,000 at 15 months post-graduation, rising to £23,375–£33,000 after five years.
University & format
Edge Hill University is a public university in Ormskirk, England. This BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science is a full-time degree taught in English, running for 3 years. The award is nationally recognised as a UK degree-awarding body. The university holds a Silver rating 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.
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
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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 | 96% |
| another higher-education qualification | 3% |
| an Access course | 1% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications and UCAS points. If you're worried about grades, this course has historically taken a wide range, and contextual offers may apply.
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 (code C602). 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
Provider fee page (England 2026/27 cap where not stated).
Check fees at Edge Hill 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
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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 | £24,000 | £21,000 – £28,000 | 85 |
| 3 years after | £20,500 | £16,500 – £25,000 | 490 |
| 5 years after | £26,000 | £21,000 – £31,000 | 510 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 85; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2022-23.
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
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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. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 85; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2022-23. 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.
- Sports and fitness occupationsSOC 2020 343 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £13,819
- Teaching and Childcare Support OccupationDiscover Uni category · 10% of published destinations
- Elementary occupationsSOC 2020 9 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £19,087
- Business and public service associate professionalsSOC 2020 35 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £38,760
- Managers, directors and senior officialsSOC 2020 1 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £51,733
- Natural and social science professionalsSOC 2020 211 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £44,243
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: 60; 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
95% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £24,000. 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 8.8 out of 10: NSS 85.9% · in work or study 95% · continued 84%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Edge Hill 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 Ormskirk
220 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 Edge Hill University from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is £14,500 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). 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 Edge Hill 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 Edge Hill University and gov.uk before you apply.
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