BSc (Hons.) Sport and Exercise Sciences

The Sport and Exercise Sciences (BSc Hons Single Honours) course offered at the University of Chester equips students with in-depth scientific knowledge and skills related to sport and exercise. The course involves studying the human body and its physical capacities, performance-enhancing techniques, and the wider impact of sports and exercise within society.Course Content: The course content comprises core topics including Psychology of Sport, Sport & Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Exercise, and Health. Students will also have optional modules to further specialize in their area of interest. The course is structured to encourage engaged learning through a blend of lectures, practical classes, clinical experience, and independent study. Key Modules: The integral modules of the course include Introduction to Sport & Exercise Psychology, Introduction to Biomechanics and Anatomy, and Principles of Sport & Exercise Physiology. In the later parts of the course, modules such as Work-Based Learning for Sport, Advanced Sport & Exercise Psychology, and Advanced Nutrition & Metabolism become part of the curriculum.Accreditations: The course is endorsed by The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES). This equates to a recognition of the high standards of education provided in the fields of sport and exercise sciences.Future Careers: This undergraduate programme prepares students for possible future careers within the Sport and Exercise industry. Graduates may find work in varied fields such as sports science support, fitness, and health industries, sports development, the Armed Forces, or even postgraduate study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.