Hatfield,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science in Hatfield United Kingdom | University of Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire
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Hatfield United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
15,500
(c. USD20,710.64)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
You'll enroll in a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) accredited program, enabling you to earn the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification as you approach graduation. Throughout your studies, you'll explore the three core areas of sport science: physiology (including nutrition), biomechanics, and psychology. The curriculum covers human anatomy, athletic performance, and strength training techniques. You'll utilize performance laboratories to master techniques for evaluating and enhancing sports performance. Additionally, you'll acquire essential insights into how physical activity contributes to better health and wellness.
Graduates pursue diverse career paths, showcasing the program's interdisciplinary focus. Alumni have worked with elite athletes, professional sports organizations, fitness centers, and the National Health Service. Others have entered fields like leisure, military, fire services, or coaching. Many continue their education through Master's programs, doctoral studies, or teacher training certifications.
Duration: 3 years (4 years with sandwich year)
Study abroad available
Work placement opportunity
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
UCAS points- 112 - 120
A Level - BBC - BBB including at least one science A level preferably biology and/or PE (acceptable A levels: Human Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sports Science)
BTEC - DMM-DDM
BTEC Sport and Exercise Science or Applied Science Extended Diploma at DMM
BTEC Sport Extended Diploma (RQF 2016) at DMM (with merits achieved in the following modules: Anatomy and Physiology and Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-Being)
BTEC Sport Extended Diploma (QCF) at DMM
(with merits achieved in the following modules: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport, The Physiology of Fitness and Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise)
Level 3 OCR CTEC (Cambridge Technical in Sport and Physical Activity)
Extended Diploma DMM (with merits achieved in the following modules: Body Systems and the Effects, Nutrition and Diet for Sport and Exercise, Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation)
IB - 112-120 points from a minimum of two HL subjects at H4 or above.
GCSE: Grade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics and grade 3 or 4 in Double Science.
IELTS - Score of 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band)
TOEFL IBT - 72 with band scores of reading 18, writing 17, listening 17, speaking 20, Pearson Test of English (PTE) - 51 (with no less than 42 in any band)
A Level - BBC - BBB including at least one science A level preferably biology and/or PE (acceptable A levels: Human Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sports Science)
BTEC - DMM-DDM
BTEC Sport and Exercise Science or Applied Science Extended Diploma at DMM
BTEC Sport Extended Diploma (RQF 2016) at DMM (with merits achieved in the following modules: Anatomy and Physiology and Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-Being)
BTEC Sport Extended Diploma (QCF) at DMM
(with merits achieved in the following modules: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport, The Physiology of Fitness and Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise)
Level 3 OCR CTEC (Cambridge Technical in Sport and Physical Activity)
Extended Diploma DMM (with merits achieved in the following modules: Body Systems and the Effects, Nutrition and Diet for Sport and Exercise, Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation)
IB - 112-120 points from a minimum of two HL subjects at H4 or above.
GCSE: Grade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics and grade 3 or 4 in Double Science.
IELTS - Score of 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band)
TOEFL IBT - 72 with band scores of reading 18, writing 17, listening 17, speaking 20, Pearson Test of English (PTE) - 51 (with no less than 42 in any band)
Tuition
GBP
15,500