The Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) at the University of Northumbria Newcastle is your pathway to understanding and enhancing human physical performance and health. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are passionate about the scientific principles underpinning sport, exercise, and rehabilitation, and wish to address critical public health challenges like obesity and chronic disease. You will delve into core areas such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, psychology, and nutrition, developing a comprehensive scientific foundation that is essential for a career in this dynamic and impactful field. This programme is designed for motivated students seeking to make a tangible difference in people's lives through evidence-based practice.
You will study this degree full-time on campus over three years, engaging with a curriculum that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application. The course structure incorporates essential modules in research design, sport performance assessment, and exercise and health assessment, alongside opportunities to explore specialised areas through optional modules. In your final year, you will undertake a significant research project, allowing you to investigate a topic of personal interest in depth. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for a variety of career paths, including roles in sports science support, health promotion, exercise physiology, and postgraduate study, equipped with the skills and expertise valued by employers and professional bodies.