BSc Applied Sport and Exercise Top-up

The BSc Applied Sport and Exercise (Top-up) at Teesside University, Middlesbrough, enables students to round off their professional knowledge in the sport and exercise sector. The programme focuses on building practical laboratory skills and developing expertise in critical thinking and problem-solving.

The curriculum includes essential modules such as Applied Sport Science, Methods of Enquiry, and the Physiology/Psychology of Exercise and Health. Teaching involves lectures, seminars, practical workshops, and independent learning, while assessment methods include scientific reports, presentations, and written proposals.

Teesside University is a respected institution, named the Modern University of the Year 2026 by The Daily Mail, and holds an overall Gold rating for teaching excellence, reflecting its commitment to delivering superior student outcomes. The University also offers comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across Computing, Health, Engineering, Business, and the Arts.

Students need to submit a personal statement explaining why they are applying for the course, as well as other relevant academic information. An academic or employer reference is also required, with the option to upload CVs along with their applications to show work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Students must have completed a relevant Level 5 qualification, such as a foundation degree (FdA, FdSc) in a sport and exercise-related discipline, or a similar qualification, to be eligible for this top-up programme.

English Proficiency:

• Students who do not have English as their first language are required to demonstrate proficiency by achieving an IELTS overall academic score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
• Other tests, like PTE, are also accepted.

The annual tuition fee for international students on the full-time BSc Applied Sport and Exercise (Top-up) at Teesside University, Middlesbrough is £17,000.

Teesside University actively supports its students by providing several scholarships at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, financial need to help students manage their tuition costs.

Graduates of the BSc Applied Sport and Exercise (Top-up) from Teesside University, Middlesbrough can work as:

• Secondary school PE teachers
• Exercise referral specialists
• Performance analysts
• Sports development officers
• Health promotion specialists

Interested students can apply directly on the university's official website or speak to our counsellors for assistance.