
Diploma of Higher Education in Sport and Exercise Science (W97)
Open UniversityCourse Overview
Offered by Open University, the DipHE Diploma of Higher Education in Sport and Exercise Science (W97) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in None, Unknown, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. Sport and exercise science helps us understand how people move, perform, and stay healthy through physical activity. This diploma builds a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, psychology, strength and conditioning, and nutrition. Through real-world case studies, you’ll learn how to analyse performance, understand movement, improve health, reduce injury risks and apply evidence-based approaches in sport and exercise settings. International tuition fees are £17,680 per year, home/UK fees are £5,744 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| 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
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,680
per year
Home Student Fee
£5,744
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Open University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £18,500 | £26,000 | £32,500 |
| 5 years | £22,500 | £30,500 | £38,000 |
UK subject average: £22,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-02-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
Broad subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
Overall
National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Source: Broad-subject-area average for this provider
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