BSc Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science
Course overview
This degree gets students ready for jobs in the growing health and well-being industry by teaching key subjects like nutrition, exercise science, and public health. Students can follow one of two career routes: the Fitness and Personal Training specialism or the Health and Exercise Science specialism. The programme has full approval from the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), meaning graduates earn recognised skills in areas such as Gym Instruction and Personal Training.
The learning approach includes real-world opportunities such as Solent's personal training scheme and nutrition counselling service, alongside using the CASES-accredited physiology laboratory. Assessment methods include practical activities, live client briefs, video submissions, and portfolios, rather than only written examinations. Graduates are also prepared for further academic study in fields such as physiotherapy, dietetics, and postgraduate nutrition.
Entry requirements
Applicants must submit their application through the University's main system, which will evaluate their qualifications and any prior experience. The University accepts applications from people of all ages, including older students, and can take relevant work experience into account if they do not have the usual academic entry requirements. All successful applicants must complete a mandatory criminal convictions check using the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Grade Requirements:
- The offer for direct entry to the degree is to achieve 104–120 UCAS tariff points, usually from a minimum of two A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM, or an equivalent qualification.
- Applicants are also required to have GCSE grade 4 or above in Maths, Science, and English. Alternatively, a different combination of qualifications will be acceptable if the student can demonstrate enough relevant work experience in a health, fitness, or nutrition-related sector.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants whose schooling was not conducted in English must prove their ability to use the language effectively.
- The minimum requirement is an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with no score below 5.5 in any of the four individual components, or an equivalent secured English language test (SELT) score.
- The University offers a pre-sessional English programme for students who need additional support to meet this standard.
Career opportunities
This degree prepares graduates for a wide range of professional roles focused on improving public and individual health. The five major career paths include:
- Exercise Rehabilitation Specialist
- Personal Trainer / Specialist Personal Trainer
- Nutrition Advisor
- Health and Well-being Physiologist
- Public Health Practitioner
Cost of study
The tuition fee for all international students taking the BSc Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science course is £19,081 per year.
Admission
Full-time applications for the BSc (Hons) Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science course must be submitted through UCAS (University and Colleges Admissions Service). We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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