BSc (Hons.) Health And Exercise Science

The Health and Exercise Science BSc course at Leeds Beckett University is a carefully designed programme that exposes students to various aspects of health, nutrition, exercise, and the relationship between them. It aims to prepare students to understand, assess and promote health and fitness, with the potential to make a real difference to people’s lives.Course Content: The course covers topics like the principles of exercise, physical activity promotion, sports nutrition, delivering group exercise, and some units of biomedical sciences such as biological chemistry and human physiology. It includes not just theoretical knowledge but also provides students the opportunity to gain practical skills through assessments, placements, and laboratory work. Key Modules: Some of the key modules in this course include Physical Activity Assessment, Anatomy and Biomechanics, Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition, Exercise Prescription for Health, and Cardiac Rehabilitation. Accreditations: The course is recognized by the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs), providing students with a gateway to register and practice as an exercise professional upon graduation. Also, Leeds Beckett University is a Member of The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).Future Careers: After completing the Health and Exercise Science BSc, graduates are well-equipped to venture into a wide range of health-related professions. Some potential career paths are health promotion specialist, exercise physiologist, fitness center manager, personal trainer, lifestyle consultant, health and wellbeing physiologist, and health advisor.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.