Our BSc Sport and Exercise Science degree is designed to challenge you to examine the fascinating role science plays within sport and exercise. As one of a handful of sport and exercise degree programmes delivered within a Faculty of Medicine in the UK, you will have the opportunity to study within an academically rigorous environment, that nurtures the merging of scientific knowledge, hands-on practical experience, and professional practice. Through a combination of theory and practice, this course will enable you to develop real-world, lab-based practical skills in preparation for employment in the sport, exercise, and health sector.
Endorsement for this programme is being sought from the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).
Why study for this course at Keele?
- Our rich, diverse and individualised programme enables you to pursue specific interests through elective options that support your desired career path or further academic aspirations
- Develop the ability to apply academic knowledge and practical skills within a real-world experiential setting
- Gain broad, transferable employability skills, as well as those specific to careers that support the performance, health and lifestyle of individuals, teams and communities
- Benefit from our established links with athletes, teams, and community partners
- Make a personal contribution to sport and exercise science research or applied practice, through a research or applied project in an area of your choosing
- Opportunities to do an additional year of study, either abroad or on placement
Sport and exercise scientists are in increasing demand given the efforts of health officials to encourage participation in exercise and physical activity, and the drive of professional athletes to maximise their potential.
Please see the course page on the Keele website for full details.
