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Loughborough University · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
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Pursue your ambitions in biological sciences with the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (with placement year) at Loughborough University. Based in Loughborough, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Sport and exercise scientists are in increasing demand given the drive of professional athletes to maximise their potential and the efforts of health officials to encourage participation in exercise and physical activity. Our BSc Sport and Exercise Science degree offers you the opportunity to study at the world's number 1 university for sport-related subjects. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of Sport and Exercise Sciences and gain a scientific appreciation of the disciplines that underpin them including: physiology, biochemistry, biomechanics, motor control and psychology. International tuition fees are £32,000 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | A*AA - AAA A*AA - AAA including two of the following subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Physical Education. |
| International Baccalaureate | 37 - 38 points 38 - 37 (7,6,6 - 6,6,6 HL) to include two of the following subjects at Higher Level: Biology, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Sport, Exercise and Health Science |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£32,000
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,500 | £29,000 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £26,500 | £35,000 |
| 5 years | £27,000 | £33,500 | £45,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH03-02-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Loughborough University · Undergraduate
Loughborough University · Undergraduate
Loughborough University · Undergraduate

Loughborough University offers Sport and Exercise Science (with placement year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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