Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity, BA (Hons)

Are you passionate about sport and eager to address social issues like inequalities and health challenges through physical activity? This BA in Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity explores topics from grassroots to elite levels, examining connections between sport and issues such as discrimination, environmental impacts, and sedentary lifestyles. Developed by leading researchers, the curriculum focuses on sport sociology, policy, and development, with flexible options in physiology, psychology, nutrition, and health. It builds essential skills for research and employability, including placements and a final-year dissertation on a topic of your choice.The program emphasizes practical application through real-world examples, enhancing critical thinking and professional skills for careers in sport and beyond. Core modules cover academic foundations, sociological concepts, and sports development, while optional modules address contemporary issues like health, environment, and psychology. Assessment includes coursework such as policy analysis and infographics, culminating in an in-depth dissertation project.