Manchester Metropolitan University

Sport and Exercise Science (Distance Learning)

Manchester Metropolitan University

Course overview

With sport now a key part of the Government's agenda, the importance of exercise and sport science cannot be underestimated and practitioners in exercise and sport disciplines are crucial. This course was one of the first distance-learning sport and exercise science degrees in the UK. It benefits from having custom-made eBooks, whic...

Key highlights

  • One of the first distance-learning sport and exercise science degrees in the UK
  • Learning supported by custom-made eBooks
  • Flexible rate of study to suit personal commitments
  • Includes two compulsory five-day attendance sessions

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS score required for international students 6.0 There’s further information for international students on our international website if you’re applying with non-UK

Scholarships

  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    £2,000 for each year of your degree.

    Up to £2,000
  • Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Sports Scholarship

    The total package is worth up to £10,000 per year. Additional support is available for exceptional applicants.

  • Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarship

    Value: 50% of tuition fees in the first year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Sport scientist
  • Exercise physiologist
  • Strength and conditioning coach
  • Fitness instructor
  • Sports development officer
  • Sports coach

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 Manchester Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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