Program Overview

Introduction to Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences BSc

The Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences BSc program at University College London (UCL) offers students a comprehensive foundation in the academic and practical aspects of athletic performance and clinical environments. This degree program focuses on the human body's functions in health and disease, as well as its response to exercise for both health and performance. It also covers injury management and provides a thorough grounding in medical sciences.

Program Details

• Location: London, Bloomsbury, and London, Hampstead (Royal Free Hospital)
• Study Mode: Full-time
• Duration: 3 academic years
• UK Tuition Fees (2025/26): ｣9,535
• Overseas Tuition Fees (2025/26): ｣36,500
• Programme Starts: September 2025
• Application Deadline: 29 January 2025
• UCAS Course Code: BC16

Entry Requirements

A Levels

• Grades: AAA
• Subjects: Biology and either Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics required
• GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6

Contextual Offer Information

• Grades: ABB
• Subjects: Biology and either Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics with Biology at grade B
• GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

• Points: 38
• Subjects: A total of 18 points in three higher-level subjects, including 6 in Biology and either Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry, with no higher-level score below 5

Contextual Offer

• Points: 34
• Subjects: A total of 16 points in three higher-level subjects, including Biology and either Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics, with no score higher than 5 in any higher level

UK Applicants Qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, students can choose their qualification from the list provided, which includes:

• Access to HE Diploma
• BTEC National Diploma
• Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects
• Scottish Advanced Highers
• T Levels
• UAL Extended Diploma
• Welsh Baccalaureate

International Applications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting, can be obtained from the International Students website.

Course Overview

The Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences BSc degree prepares students to become leading professionals and/or scientists in the field of exercise and health. This program offers a distinct advantage over traditional sport science or physiotherapy programs by providing comprehensive knowledge in human health, clinical exercise applications, and the psychology and neuroscience behind exercise.

Modules

The program includes a variety of modules, such as:

• Foundations in Human Physiology and Cellular Biology
• Cardiovascular and Respiratory Function in Health and Disease
• The Gut, Liver, and Drug Metabolism
• Cardiorespiratory Exercise Physiology
• Kidneys, Hormones, and Fluid Balance
• Functional Anatomy & Medical Imaging in Sport & Exercise Medicine
• Data Interpretation and Evaluation of Science
• Musculoskeletal Systems in Health and Disease

Teaching and Learning

This is a highly practical program that includes a mix of lectures, interactive workshops, group discussions, laboratory work, biomechanical and clinical assessment, exercise training, and performance testing.

Assessment

Formative assessments are embedded throughout the degree to help students develop their learning and academic skills. These include problem-based learning workshops, informal presentations, interactive workshops, gamification, and peer feedback.

Fees and Funding

Fees for this Course

• UK Students: ｣9,535 (2025/26)
• International Students: ｣36,500 (2025/26)

Funding Your Studies

Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships, and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships.

Employability

Graduates of this program will have a wide-ranging knowledge base in various fields, including medicine, psychology, and physiotherapy, enabling them to gain employment in roles such as biomechanists, physiologists, coaches, performance analysts, or clinical exercise practitioners.

Next Steps

Application for admission should be made through UCAS. Applicants currently at school or college will be provided with advice on the process. The university will use predicted or achieved academic qualifications, personal statements, and references to decide whether to offer a place.