BSc Hons Sport and Exercise Science

The Sports and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) at the University of Derby offers a comprehensive learning paradigm for students interested in sports, fitness, and health. The course aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the scientific principles underlying sports performance and exercise, preparing students for a rewarding career in the sports and health sector.Course Content: The course integrates practical learning with theoretical knowledge, offering students a mix of lab work, fieldwork, lectures, and seminars. The curriculum covers a wide range of subjects such as human physiology, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, sports nutrition, and research methods in sports and exercise science.Key Modules: Some of the key modules in this course include Functional Anatomy, Exercise and Sport Physiology, Sport and Exercise Biomechanics, Introduction to Sport and Clinical Biomechanics, Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology, and Final Year Project/Dissertation.Accreditations: The Sport and Exercise Science course at The University of Derby has been accredited by The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES). This shows that the course meets the high standards required by the UK professional body for sport and exercise sciences.Future Careers: After graduation, students can advance into various career paths in the sports, exercise, and health industries. These may include roles in sports coaching, health promotion, sports rehabilitation, teaching or lecturing, sport psychology, and more. Graduates also have the option to pursue further studies in their area of interest.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.