Program Overview

Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)

Course Description

This action-packed degree is designed to equip you with the specialist skills needed to prepare you for graduate employment. You'll build vital employability skills on work placements with organisations like Derby County FC, Derbyshire Country Cricket Club, and Burton Albion FC. You'll also have the chance to gain additional sport and exercise science professional qualifications, which are recognised and highly valued by employers.

What You Will Study

• Year 1:
  • Coaching and Skill Acquisition
  • Principles of Sports Biomechanics
  • Academic and Research Skills for Sport and Exercise
  • Principles of Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • Principles of Sport and Exercise Physiology
  • Introduction to Anatomy for Sport & Exercise
• Year 2:
  • (Modules not specified)
• Optional Placement Year:
  • (Modules not specified)
• Year 3:
  • (Modules not specified)

Core Modules

• Coaching and Skill Acquisition
  • This module will focus on the application of skill acquisition theories in the coaching practice. Students will develop an understanding of how principles such as feedback, attentional focus, and the environment can inform session design and delivery; with the view to enhancing both athlete learning and performance.
  • Student’s practical skill development will centre upon their ability to enhance performance through the application of skill acquisition principles. Students will be taught via a variety of lectures and seminars as well as practical coaching sessions.
  • 20 Credits, Core, Coursework, Exam

Assessment

We have received particular praise from external reviewers on our innovative use of practical assessments, which take place in our new specialised facilities. These are carried out alongside written coursework, verbal presentations, and examination-style assessments to create a well-balanced assessment portfolio.

Who Will Teach You

• Mark Newman
  • Programme Leader
  • As a Senior Lecturer in Sport Therapy and Rehabilitation, Mark Newman is involved in teaching across a range of modules on the programme, delivering theoretical and practical sessions in line with the requirements of the Society of Sports Therapists.

Entry Requirements

• 2025 entry:
  • UCAS points: 112
  • A Level: BBC (At least a grade C (or equivalent) from a Science subject, including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, or Psychology)
  • T Level: T Level in Science
  • BTEC: DMM (in Sport-related subject)
  • GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
  • Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6. Must include passes in compulsory Level 3 subjects
  • English language requirements: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

Fees and Funding

• 2025/26:
  • Full-time: £9,535 per year (UK), £16,900 per year (International)
  • Part-time: £1,190 per 20 credit module (UK), N/A (International)

Additional Costs and Optional Extras

• Included in your fees:
  • University of Derby, Sport and Exercise Science t-shirt
  • DBS check (if needed)
  • British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) student membership
  • Whole day fieldtrips to relevant Sport and Exercise Science events/organisations
• Mandatory costs not included in your fees:
  • Appropriate clothing for practical sessions (approximate cost: £50-£100)
  • Travel to placements (cost varies depending on the placement venue of choice)
• Optional costs not included in your fees:
  • E-books (lots of e-books are available for free through the University Library, however, you may wish to purchase a hard copy at your own expense)
  • Additional qualifications (you may wish to undertake additional qualifications as part of your studies, costs will vary depending on your choice)

How to Apply

• UK students:
  • Apply through UCAS (if you are in Year 13 and applying for a full-time undergraduate course)
  • Apply directly to the University (if you are applying to study part-time, or already have your qualifications, or wish to join at Year 2 or 3)
• International students:
  • Apply through our online application portal
  • Contact one of our trusted local representatives for support with your application

Discover Uni

• Full-time:
  • 87% say staff value students' views and opinions about the course
  • 100% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well
  • 93% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course

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