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University of Portsmouth · Undergraduate
BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Dual Degree) Bachelor's degree at the University of Portsmouth
BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Dual Degree) at University of Portsmouth. You'll work with real equipment and real people, measuring cardiovascular responses, analysing movement patterns, and developing interventions grounded in current research.
BSc (Hons)
Award
3
Years
Full-time
Study mode
86%
in work/study (15m)
About this course
BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Dual Degree) is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at the University of Portsmouth. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Sport and exercise sciences graduates from this provider, 86% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 45% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £25,000. (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.
8.7
/ 10
Excellent
3 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Excellent87
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)
Graduate outcomes
In work or further study 15 months after graduating
Excellent86
Limited evidence Published sample: 25; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 86% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Continuation
Students who continue past their first year
Excellent89
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 89% (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.
- Biomechanics of Sport and ExerciseCore30 credits
Module details
Analysing human movement and sporting technique, collecting motion, force and muscle activity data, using science to boost performance and reduce injury risk. Learn core biomechanics, including newton's laws, kinematics, and kinetics, and apply them to real sport and exercise scenarios to understand technique, efficiency and injury risk.
- Psychology of Sport and PerformanceCore30 credits
Module details
Explore theories, ethical practice and strategies, and build research skills to understand and improve performance in athletes and teams. Learn about the role of sport psychology practitioners, the different models of practice, and the fundamental ethical considerations when working in sport settings.
- Scientific inquiry in Sport and ExerciseCore30 credits
Module details
Learn how sport and exercise science asks and answers questions: design studies, collect and analyse data, and apply evidence across physiology, psychology and biomechanics. Learn the principles of scientific inquiry - how to ask clear questions, build testable hypotheses, and design ethical studies.
- Sport and Exercise PhysiologyCore30 credits
Module details
Understand how your body supports performance: explore muscles, heart and lungs, run practical tests, and analyse physiological data to create clear insights for sport and exercise. Explore the core principles of sport and exercise physiology, learning how the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory systems work together.
- Advanced Psychology of Sport and PerformanceCore15 credits
Module details
Explore how psychological theories shape performance in sport and beyond, and build the skills to analyse cutting-edge research that helps people think, perform and thrive. Examine how people think, behave and perform across different ages, abilities and environments.
- Advanced Sport and Exercise SciencesCore45 credits
Module details
Progress from core principles of physiology and biomechanics to applying them in real-world sport and exercise scenarios. Learn how to collect, analyse, and interpret data to assess performance, exercise ability, and injury risk.
- Professional Development in Sport and Health SciencesCore15 credits
Module details
Map your strengths and highlight your skills and knowledge as you get work-ready for final year and beyond with lectures to help boost your prospects after graduation.
- Exercise as Preventive MedicineOptional15 credits
Module details
Discover how exercise prevents disease across lifespan as you measure activity and fitness, interpret health markers, and apply evidence for young people and older adults.
- Exercise in Different EnvironmentsOptional15 credits
Module details
Explore how heat, cold, altitude and pressure shape exercise performance as you test responses, analyse data, and communicate clear, real-world recommendations for sport and work.
- Principles of Performance Analysis and Skill AcquisitionOptional15 credits
Module details
Master the foundations of performance analysis and skill acquisition as you capture and analyse your own data, learn to identify key performance indicators, and apply research practices to assess expertise.
- Principles of Strength and ConditioningOptional15 credits
Module details
Build foundations in strength and conditioning: master the core principles of athlete testing, monitoring, and program design to optimise performance for individuals and teams.
- Conditioning for Team Sport AthletesCore15 credits
- Lifespan Growth and DevelopmentCore15 credits
- Motor Learning and ControlCore15 credits
- Statistical Research MethodsCore15 credits
- Advanced Resistance TrainingOptional15 credits
- Assessment of the Football PlayerOptional15 credits
- Exercise DeliveryOptional15 credits
- Exercise RehabilitationOptional15 credits
- Human Movement, Participation and InclusionOptional15 credits
- Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring in SportOptional15 credits
- Principles and Practices of Resistance TrainingOptional15 credits
- Sports Injury Prevention and ManagementOptional15 credits
- Psychology, Sport and Health Sciences Research ProjectCore30 credits
Module details
Design and deliver your own research project: choose a topic, analyse data, and communicate findings meeting professional and academic standards in sport, psychology and health.
- Advanced Strength and ConditioningOptional15 credits
Module details
Advance your coaching by applying evidence-informed strength and conditioning with current technologies, while designing and evaluating sessions for female, tactical and developing athletes across a variety of performance environments.
- Applications of Performance Analysis in Skill AcquisitionOptional15 credits
Module details
Analyse elite performance like a professional by using performance analysis techniques to assess sports performance, conduct a needs analysis, and design evidence-based training that accelerates skill learning.
- Applications of Sport and Exercise PsychologyOptional15 credits
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
You'll study the science of human movement, training adaptation and sporting performance. A course like this typically begins with foundations in anatomy, exercise physiology and sport psychology, alongside practical coaching experience. In Year 2, you'll progress to biomechanics, training physiology and research methods. Year 3 emphasises applied specialisation, such as strength & conditioning, nutrition, rehabilitation, coaching or PE teaching routes, usually including a placement with a sports organisation or school and an independent research dissertation. The curriculum integrates lab work, field analysis and hands-on practice across sports and performance contexts.
Who it's for
You're suited to this course if you're curious about how the body responds to exercise and stress, and you want to understand the science behind athlete performance and public health. You'll thrive if you enjoy lab work and practical problem-solving alongside reading and critical thinking. The degree appeals to those considering careers in fitness coaching, cardiac rehabilitation, occupational health, further research, or sports science support, or those simply keen to deepen expertise in exercise science before deciding where to specialise. Studying here means combining scientific rigour with real-world application; you won't spend three years in lecture halls alone.
Careers & job market
Across Sport & Exercise Science courses nationally, 90% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of leaving university. Of those working, 62% are in highly skilled roles or postgraduate study. National graduate earnings data suggests starting salaries of £22,000–£30,000 at the 15-month mark; after five years, graduates nationally report earnings between £23,375 and £33,000. Careers span clinical settings (cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation), sports organisations, occupational health, local authority leisure services, and research positions.
University & format
The University of Portsmouth is a public university founded in 1869, located in Portsmouth. This is a 3-year full-time Bachelor's degree (BSc Hons) taught in English. The course is accredited as a recognised UK degree-awarding body. The university holds a Gold award 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.
Application timelineWhat happens next
- 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.
Published entry120-128 UCAS points typical offer · including a minimum of 2 A levels with 32 UCAS points from a Science specific subject
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
Entry & how to get in
Typical offer (from the provider)The university’s course page lists a typical A-level offer of 120-128 UCAS points including a minimum of 2 A levels with 32 UCAS points from a Science specific subject. Always check the provider for the current offer and subject requirements.
Most entrants held A-levels or equivalent92% of accepted students came in with A-levels or equivalent (entrants over recent years).
Typical UCAS tariff: 112 - 127 pointsThe most common UCAS tariff band among accepted students. This is what entrants had, not a stated requirement.
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check the University of Portsmouth's official course page for the current offer.
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 | 92% |
| another higher-education qualification | 4% |
| a Baccalaureate | 2% |
| an Access course | 2% |
| No / unknown prior qualifications | 1% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Offer-based entry
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
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.
Your UCAS points0
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Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Add your grades to see where you land
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.
Apply by13 January 2027, 18:00 UK timefor this course
Typical gradesBBBA-level equivalent admitted students held
- 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.
💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask University of Portsmouth whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Homeup to £9,790 / yr
Internationalset by the university
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at University of Portsmouth →For students who normally live in England
illustrative Maintenance Loan per year
£9,790tuition used per year, illustrative full-time England fee-cap scenario
illustrative borrowing over 3 years
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.
Funding matched to this course
All University of Portsmouth funding →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 | £25,000 | £22,500 – £28,000 | 25 |
| 3 years after | £24,000 | £19,500 – £28,500 | 200 |
| 5 years after | £30,500 | £25,000 – £36,500 | 225 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 25; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
86%
in work or further study 15 months on
45%
in highly skilled work or study
89%
continue past their first year
65%
find their work meaningful
60%
say work fits their future plans
- 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
Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£25,000
£22,000 – £30,000After 3 years LEO
£24,000
£19,125 – £27,000After 5 years LEO
£30,500
£23,375 – £33,000national rangethis course’s medianaxis £18,000 – £34,000
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.
86 of 100
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
62% working22% working and studying3% in further study45% in highly skilled work or study
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 25; treat comparisons cautiously. 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.
This course £30,500Peer median £27,500Middle 50% £26,000–£30,000
80th percentile
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.
- Elementary occupationsSOC 2020 9 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £19,087
- Managers, directors and senior officialsSOC 2020 1 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £51,733
- Sports and fitness occupationsSOC 2020 343 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £13,819
- 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: 135; response rate: 55%. 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.
90%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across Sport & Exercise Science courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes62%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled80%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuationHow 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 & WorcestershireLive from the StudySmarter job board · as of 2026-08-01.See all matching jobs
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
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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.
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Where graduates go
86% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £25,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
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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.
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Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.7 out of 10: NSS 86.6% · in work or study 86% · continued 89%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
The University of Portsmouth
All students24,015
International24.5%
Aged 25+27.1%
Biological and sport sciences across the UK
Students111,380
Aged 25+16.5%
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around University of Portsmouth
2,930 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Violent Crime 1120Anti Social Behaviour 450Public Order 252Shoplifting 242Drugs 164
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 University of Portsmouth from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by University of Portsmouth; 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 University of Portsmouth’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 University of Portsmouth and gov.uk before you apply.
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Common questions
How competitive is entry?
Entry is offer-based and set by the university. The most common tariff band among recent entrants was 112 - 127 UCAS points. Use the calculator on this page to see where your predicted grades would put you; many universities also make lower contextual offers.
What are the entry requirements?
Set by the University of Portsmouth. Most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
What do graduates go on to do?
For Sport and exercise sciences graduates from this provider, 86% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 45% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £25,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
What will it cost me?
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. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
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