Sports and Exercise Science

Programme Structure & Content

First Year
Students take first year BSc courses in Chemistry, Biology, and Sports Science.

Second Year
Further expansion of Sport and Exercise Science courses develop the degree area and cover issues relating to the elite athlete, the recreational exerciser and exercise for health. Additionally, courses are taken in Physiology and Biochemistry, combined with courses delivering key skills applicable to Sports Science.

Third Year
Students study Integrative Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition & Biochemistry of Exercise and also continue their studies in Sports Science.

Fourth Year (Honours)
Students continue with advanced studies in Exercise and Sport Physiology and complete the year by undertaking a laboratory or library based research project.

Teaching & Assessment

In the early years, teaching involves attendance at lectures, practicals and tutorials. In the later years a rather greater proportion of students' time is taken up with private study involving writing essays and reports and also in laboratory or library work relating to specific projects. The final year incorporates the preparation and presentation of a research-based thesis.