University of Lincoln

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science

University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom

Course overview

Our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science degree is a multi-disciplinary programme which combines theoretical knowledge with the practical application of scientific principles. Whilst studying on this course, you will exploire a wide range of topics relating to sport and exercise science across key discipline areas of physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, psychology, strength and conditioning, and nutrition. Through these discipline areas, the programme aims to develop knowledge, understanding, and practical skills to impact sporting performance and participation, promote exercise and physical activity, and to improve health and wellbeing.

To recognise the knowledge, skills and professional development that are required for success in the industry, this programme is endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES), the UK's professional body for sport and exercise sciences. Our programme team also includes a number of CASES accredited researchers and applied practitioners, which supports the strong applied nature of our teaching, learning and assessment and affords students the opportunity to work with, and alongside, experienced academics and practitioners.

Key highlights

  • Endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES)
  • Covers physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, psychology, strength and conditioning, nutrition
  • Teaching team includes CASES accredited researchers and applied practitioners
  • Strongly applied teaching, learning and assessment alongside experienced practitioners
  • Develops practical skills to improve performance, participation, health and wellbeing

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 96-104 — UK: 96 to 104 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example: A Level: CCC to BCC BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Merit Merit T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 to 104 UCAS points to be achieved…
  • International Baccalaureate: 28 — UK: 96 to 104 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example: A Level: CCC to BCC BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Merit Merit T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 to 104 UCAS points to be achieved…
  • BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
  • T-level: Merit — UK: 96 to 104 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example: A Level: CCC to BCC BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Merit Merit T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 to 104 UCAS points to be achieved…
  • GCSE: 4 or above — to include English, Mathematics, Science
  • A-level: CCC-BCC — UK: 96 to 104 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example: A Level: CCC to BCC BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Merit Merit T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 to 104 UCAS points to be achieved…
  • International qualifications — International Non UK Qualifications: If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language profici…

Scholarships

  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.

    Up to £2,000

  • Partner Scholarship

    If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Sport and exercise scientist
  • Strength and conditioning coach
  • Exercise physiologist
  • Sports performance analyst
  • Health and fitness adviser
  • Sport and exercise nutrition adviser

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £18,300 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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