Sport and Exercise Science, BSc (Hons)

This course in Sport and Exercise Science offers a strong scientific foundation for those interested in sport, exercise, and biomedical sciences, exploring how the body functions during and after physical activity. Unlike many similar programs, it emphasizes advanced study using high-tech equipment for biomechanics, nutrition, sports medicine, psychology, physiology, and anatomy. Students benefit from exclusive access to a well-equipped medical school anatomy suite with physical and virtual 3D modeling. Employability is enhanced through a Personal Development Portfolio, including 100 hours of tailored placements and support from a dedicated manager. The University of Nottingham boasts a stellar sporting record, ranking in the BUCS top 10 for 15 years and second in 2022, with scholarships available for talented athletes. Facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories in the David Ross Sports Village and Medical School, with easy access via a footbridge.In the first year, students cover fundamentals of exercise physiology, psychology, functional anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology, and biomechanics, gaining lab experience and first aid qualifications. The second year delves deeper into nutrition, environmental stress responses, biomechanics, psychology, and systems like musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory physiology. In the third year, learners select four advanced optional modules alongside a research project, working with university research groups under expert supervision.

In year one, you’ll learn about the fundamentals of exercise physiology, psychology and functional anatomy. You'll also study biochemistry, cell biology and biomechanics. You'll gain lab experience and complete a first aid qualification as part of your Personal Development Portfolio. In year two, teaching expands to include nutrition and how the body responds to environmental stress. You’ll study biomechanics and psychology in more depth, as well as taking a closer look at the musculoskeletal system and cardiovascular and respiratory physiology. You can choose four advanced optional modules in year three, to study alongside your research project.The research project is an exciting opportunity to consolidate your learning while exploring an area you find interesting. You'll work alongside a research group in the University, with supervision from a research-active academic.