BSc Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science, with a focus on physical education, coaching and social issues. Core topics include data analysis, research methods and critical and analytical thinking. The course offers an optional placement year between the second and third years of study. Students complete an individual final-year project in an area of sport, health or exercise sciences.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB including grade B in one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Human Biology, Maths, Physics, Physical Education (PE), Psychology or Sociology IB: International Baccalaureate Diploma 30 points including a minimum of 5 in Higher Level Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Psychology, Sports, Exercise and Health Science or Physics. GCSE English equivalent SL 5 or HL 4 and Mathematics SL 2 or HL 2
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 76%: 118 offers from 155 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Biomechanics
- Academic and Personal Development
- Introduction to Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Pedagogy and Policy in Sport and Physical Education
- Introduction to the Psychology of Sport and Exercise
- Sport Development Issues and Policy
- Developing Research Methods and Data Analysis Skills
- Graduate and Transferable Skills
- Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing in the Life Course
- Policy and Practice in Physical Education, Sports Coaching and Sport Development (Macro Analysis)
- Sport, Social Issues and Video Production
- Pedagogy, Social Psychology and Learning in Sport
- The Application of Sport Science to Coaching: Working with Individuals
- Employability and Professional Development
- Issues in Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing in the Life Course
- Advanced Research Methods and Data Analysis: Final Year Project
- Critical Issues in Sport
- Critical Pedagogy and Learning in Sport
- The Application of Sport Science to Coaching: Working with Teams
- Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
Questions about this course
What grades do I need for BSc Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues) at Brunel University of London?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 30 points in the IB.
What is the offer rate for BSc Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues) at Brunel University of London?
76% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 118 offers from 155 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Does BSc Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues) at Brunel University of London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.