BSc Sport and Exercise Science

The BSc Sport and Exercise Science degree looks into the scientific foundations of human performance in sports and exercise and how these can be applied to improve health and prevent disease. Students will understand topics such as physiology, biomechanics, psychology, and nutrition in a sporting context. 

The course is designed to help students with both theory and practical skills, which prepares them for different careers in the field. The course also offers an optional work placement year or an opportunity to study abroad, enhancing employability.

Students are taught through lectures, seminars, practical sessions in laboratories, and studying on their own and are assessed through written examinations, practical assessments, presentations, laboratory reports, essays, and project work, including a dissertation in the final year.

The University of Portsmouth is a respected institution known for its career-focused education and supportive learning environment. The university provides an encouraging atmosphere for its students, helping them to develop skills, knowledge, and confidence for their future careers. It holds a Gold rating in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), acknowledging its high standards in teaching, learning, and student outcomes.

The university offers a broad spectrum of courses, including both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, across various faculties such as Business and Law, Creative and Cultural Industries, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Health, and Technology. The University of Portsmouth is also well-regarded for its strong links with industry and its commitment to applied learning, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the professional world.

Candidates must submit a personal statement, an academic or employer reference, and a CV to show their work experience, which is optional.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates need 112–120 UCAS points, from two or three A-levels, which should include 32 UCAS points from science subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, PE, Physics, Psychology, Sports Science, or Sports Studies. 
• The International Baccalaureate requirement is 25 points. 

English Proficiency:

• Candidates need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5. 
• The PTE and TOEFL are also accepted. 
• Candidates who do not meet the requirements can take a pre-sessional English programme before starting the course.

For international students, the fee for the 2025/26 session is £17,200.

The University of Portsmouth offers scholarships for eligible students. These scholarships include, Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship, which offers a £5,000 fee reduction for international students based on their academic achievement, and the Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship also offers a £2,500 fee reduction. Additionally, EU Scholarship offers £2,000 fee reduction for EU, EEA, or Swiss nationals (combined with Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship under specific terms), the Sanctuary Scholarship offers full undergraduate tuition fees for asylum seekers, there are also External scholarships, such as Chevening Scholarship, the Sport Scholarships are offered to students of all nationalities and courses, students need to be top athletes in their sport to apply. Successful applicants can receive a bursary of £250 to £6,000 each year. These opportunities can help make studying at the University of Portsmouth more affordable.

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science programme can become :

• PE Teacher
• Personal Trainer
• Clinical Physiologist
• Sports Development Officer
• Sports and Exercise Scientist

Admission to the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science programme is applied directly through the university's portal. We at AHZ can offer you more assistance with your application process.