Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
University of Surrey
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 55 graduates of Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) and other courses in Politics & International Relations at University of Surrey for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Politics & International Relations.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Politics & International Relations
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Politics & International Relations at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £28000 | £25500 | £32000 |
25-75 percentile range | £27000 - £31000 | £22500 - £31500 | £29000 - £39000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Politics & International Relations
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25651 | £24571 | £30295 |
25-75 percentile range | £22016 - £30312 | £19077 - £31076 | £22913 - £40577 |
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Course Description
Why choose this course -Study a hands-on curriculum, recognised by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES) for providing all the skills and knowledge you need to enter the profession. -Gain industry experience through our Professional Training placements, where you can work for a range of employers, including sports clubs, performance laboratories and nutrition companies. -Apply for one of our sports scholarships, designed for individuals with exceptional sporting ability, to help support your studies. -We are ranked top 10 in the UK for sports science by the Complete University Guide 2023 and have an over 90% satisfaction score for this course in the National Student Survey 2022. -Complete nationally recognised gym instructor, personal training and working with people with long term conditions qualifications, without any extra charge.
What you will study
On this course, you’ll learn to maximise sports performance, improve general health and wellbeing and treat different pathologies through exercise.
In your first year, you’ll study topics, including anatomy, biochemistry, fitness and health, physiology, kinesiology, and skill acquisition, ensuring you have a solid foundation upon which to build the rest of your degree.
During your second year, you’ll apply your knowledge in a sporting context, incorporating perspectives from physiology, nutrition, psychology, biomechanics and management, with opportunity for interdisciplinary application and the development of discipline-specific practical skills.
In your third year, you’ll select two optional modules, exploring topics such as advances in nutrition, biological rhythms, exercise referrals and prescriptions, and human movement and rehabilitation.
You’ll also complete a research project, bringing together all the practical, analytical, and presentation skills you’ve developed. Current students are investigating topics like ‘The effect of New Zealand blackcurrant extracts on running performance.’
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) at University of Surrey
30% | Business and public service associate professionals |
20% | Finance Professionals |
15% | Natural and social science professionals |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Engineering professionals |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Politics & International Relations
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Qualification requirements
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
Including one in a relevant subject/science (80 UCAS tariff points)
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the A Level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Applications are considered on an individual basis, taking into account qualifications achieved, predicted grades, personal statement and academic reference. Conditional offers are specified in terms of required grades; we do not make offers in terms of overall UCAS tariff. We understand that predicted grades are an estimate and will consider applicants who have predicted grades that are a little lower than our published requirement. Any offers we make will align with the grades shown above unless a grade reduction can be offered under our Contextual Admissions policy or our In2Surrey scheme. Details can be found here: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/schools-colleges/contextual-admissions-policy Applicants with a mixed qualification profile (e.g. those taking A-levels and BTEC qualifications) are encouraged to contact [email protected] for guidance on the grades accepted.
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in each other element |
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Surrey in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Surrey in related subject specific rankings.
Sports Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About University of Surrey
The University of Surrey is a government funded research university located in Guildford, England. The university’s stated goals are to become a leading global university performing important research and innovation, creating great researchers and achieving outcomes which make important contributions to society.
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Student composition of University of Surrey
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Surrey by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 10985
- postgraduates:
- 3275
- Total:
- 14260
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
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Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) | Southampton Solent University | - | - | - | £9250 | £15000 £16125 | - | Southampton | On campus Full-time | |
Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) | Cardiff Metropolitan University | 69% | 1% | 6% | £9000 | £15000 £16000 | 150 | Cardiff | On campus Full-time | |
Economics and Sport & Exercise Science BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 84% | 0% | 20% | £9250 | £12500 | 122 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) | Bournemouth University | 100% | 5% | 17% | £9250 | £17800 | 138 | Poole | On campus Full-time | |
Media & Communications and Sport and Exercise Science (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 84% | 0% | 20% | £9250 | £12500 | 121 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Sport and Exercise Science (with integrated year in industry) BSc (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 82% | 5% | 10% | £9000 | £18830 | 112 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time | |
Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) | York St John University | 93% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £14000 | 112 | York | On campus Full-time | |
Politics and Sport and Exercise Science BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 85% | 0% | 20% | £9250 | £12500 | 116 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Social Care and Sport and Exercise Science BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 84% | 0% | 20% | £9250 | £12500 | 130 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Early Childhood and Sport & Exercise Science BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 84% | 0% | 20% | £9250 | £12500 | 122 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023