BSc (Hons) Exercise and Health

As a student on this course, you will be a member of the University of Wolverhampton’s Institute of Sport and Human Science. This gives you a range of exciting benefits/opportunities. Here are just a few:

• Access to fantastic specialist study and sports facilities
• As a graduate from the Institute you will be very employable. In the most recent annual national Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) Survey, over 99% of our Sport graduates reported that they were in in work or further study six months after they had left university.
• You will have access to our fantastic ‘Career Development Week’, with the opportunity to gain additional vocational qualifications at a heavily subsidised cost.
• Work placement opportunities and the Wolverhampton Enterprise and Employability Award are embedded in all of the undergraduate degrees.
• You will get a free set of Under Armour sports kit (for all new Sport students).
• Represent your university as part of Team Wolverhampton. Could you be a future winner of one our Sports Awards?
• Apply for one of our Sports Scholarships worth up to £4,500.
• Gain real-world experience through some of our exciting partnerships, such as our work with Walsall Football Club
• Free gym membership for students in University-run Halls of Residence.
• Take part in our Social Sport programme.
• If you have some qualifications and experience in football coaching, there are opportunities to take a year out as part of our Pass it Forward initiative with West Bromwich Albion Football Club.
• You will be based on the Walsall Campus which is the home of one of our partners, British Judo.

• The Faculty of Education Health and Wellbeing series of seminars and lectures spans education, sport, care, psychology, health and wellbeing, bringing you a variety of engaging speakers and experts from the University of Wolverhampton and many other UK universities, visit

The degree course fee includes the following Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) accredited qualifications:

• L2 Gym Instructors awards
• L3 Personal Trainer
• L3 GP Referral

This course will ensure that you are ‘Work Ready’ by enabling you to develop a range of skills identified as essential by employers in the Sport & Physical Activity Sector Skills Plan. For example you will gain practical skills such as:

• Client evaluation, exercise testing and exercise prescription
• Designing, delivering and evaluating exercise programmes for a range of client groups
• Managing behaviour change to encourage a healthy lifestyle
• Exercise laboratory skills
• Clinical skills such as working with cardiac rehabilitation patients in a hospital
• Customer care, demonstrating empathy, and diversity awareness.
• Working in and leading teams, communication and flexible working
• Managing time and working independently
• Research skills including managing a project, collecting and analysing data
• Laboratory report writing
• Presentation skills such as: live presentations, video presenting, blogs, vlogs, and through social media
• IT skills

Location Mode Fee Year Home/EU Full-time £9250 per year 2020-21 Home/EU Part-time £3050 per year# 2020-21 Home Full-time £9250 per year 2021-22 Home Part-time £3100 per year# 2021-22 International Full-time £12250 per year 2020-21 International Full-time £12950 per year 2021-22 International Part-time £6125 per year# 2020-21 International Part-time £6475 per year# 2021-22

Additional Course Costs

Mandatory Costs

• Enhanced DBS required at a minimum cost of £40. The cost of the DBS is determined by the Government and further information can be found here - GOV.UK / Disclosure and Barring Service.
• Uniform is provided for this course, however the University of Wolverhampton reserves the right to charge for extra uniform should this be required.
• You will be required to provide appropriate foot wear at a cost of approximately £50-£60

Optional Costs

• Various Sporting professional body memberships *prices will vary depending on body.
• Various certified courses are available via My Course + More, ranging from £0 - £200.

Further information on these additional costs will be provided prior to the start of your studies

The University is committed to a transparent fee structure, with no hidden costs, to help you make an informed decision. This includes information on what is included in the fee and how fees are calculated and reviewed

This course is only available for Level 6 (Year Three) entry only.

• HND in Sports related subject with Pass grade
• Foundation Degree in Sports related subject with Pass grade
• If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact The Gateway for further advice before applying.
• International entry requirements and application guidance can be found here

Other Requirements

Students will be expected to demonstrate an interest or enthusiasm for variety of sporting activities.

Entry to this course requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and an Occupational Health Check.

If you have accepted a Conditional Offer made by the University of Wolverhampton you will receive correspondence asking you to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The charge for this will be a DBS fee of £40.00 and a £6.00 ID check service fee. You will also need to complete a physical activity readiness questionnaire prior to starting the course.

Studying Physical Activity, Exercise and Health at University of Wolverhampton has provided me with plenty of opportunities. The university have supported me with work placements, volunteering and additional qualifications. I would highly recommend studying here (Amber Wassell, May 2016).

The Exercise & Health degree has provided me with a fantastic base to build a successful career in fitness and health. The professional qualifications gained add so much value to your profile and can take you down so many different career pathways (Rory Halliday-Stokes May 2016)

"Going to university as a slightly older student has had a positive effect on my attitude towards life. I feel that I've become more confident and now know what career i would like to persue. The physical activity, exercise and health degree has allowed me to explore different aspects of lifestyle services within the NHS. During my time at university I have participated in 3 work placements within the NHS, exploring health promotion, cardiac rehabilitation and cardiac diagnostics. Each placement has opened my eyes as to what this degree offers. Luckily, with this qualification you are not just stuck to a career in one area, the skills are transferable; whether it is a gym environment or a more clinical setting." (Shaan Patel, May 2016)

The wide variety of work placements and volunteering opportunities during my degree gave me the extra edge and helped me to secure a place on a competitive PGDipED course. I would very much recommend the University of Wolverhampton (Mary-Therese Koch, May 2016)

I have found my time throughout this degree enjoyable and useful, it has allowed me to develop skills which I can now utilise towards progressing a career within physical activity and health which I would not have been able to do without the assistance of the staff members throughout this degree. (Dan Page, May 2016)

"Studying the P.A.E.H degree has given me more than just the science behind exercise and health, it has significantly developed the inter-personal skills that are important in real world employment. I have since secured a career with the Royal Air Force". (Michael Sage, May 2016)

Before starting my degree at the University of Wolverhampton, I had a degree from abroad but was unable to do much with it so I worked as a security guard. Starting my degree in Physical Activity Exercise and Health opened up a world of opportunities for me. Studying at University of Wolverhampton was the best decision I ever made. The lecturers are very helpful and have a great passion for their subjects; this resulted in developing a real interest in Sports and Fitness. The work placement module is a module that I would strongly recommend. It gave me quality experience that was personally and professionally very rewarding. I strongly believe that my degree has provided me a sound foundation of knowledge, practical work and ideology that will hold me in good stead for the rigorous demands and challenges of the health and fitness industry. (Shakil Shabir, May 2016).

Tuition Fees Loan (Home Fee Status):

Most students will be able to apply for a loans to pay for these subject to eligibility. To find out more information please refer to the government Student Finance website.

Changes for EU students:

The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as having Overseas Fee status. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) click here.

Self-funding:

If you don’t want to take out a loan to pay your fees or if you aren’t eligible to receive a loan, you might want to take advantage of the University’s scheme to pay by instalments: See How to pay.

For more information please contact the Gateway.

Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

If your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.

Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund.

for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.

Bursaries and Scholarships:

In addition the University also offers a range of Bursaries and Scholarships packages

You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

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