BSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Applied Sport and Exercise Science, a four-year undergraduate programme. The curriculum is aligned with the National Occupational Standards for exercise and fitness, supporting preparation for professional accreditation from governing bodies in the field. A university sports scholarship scheme is available to talented athletes.
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Entry requirements
A level: BCC to include English or a subject requiring the use of English and 2 sciences (Maths counted). English and Maths are required at GCSE grade 6 or above if not held at A-level. IB: 27 points to include Higher Level English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) and 2 sciences (Maths counted) at Higher Level. English and Maths are required at Standard Level grade 4 if not held at higher. SQA Highers: BBBC to include two of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE or Maths at B. English and Maths required at National 5 grade B or above if not held at Higher Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H2,H3,H3,H3 to include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) and 2 sciences (one at grade H2) which can include Maths and PE. Maths and English are required at O2 if not held at higher.
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What students say
Based on about 28 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 97%
- Academic support: 99%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 94%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 70 students who started
- Continued on course: 84%
- Left higher education: 16%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Sports and fitness occupations: 30%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 55 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- South East: 2%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 95%
Who gets in
Based on about 65 students who started
- A levels: 31%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 68%
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science at Robert Gordon University earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £32,000. The £28,500 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science at Robert Gordon University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science at Robert Gordon University?
96% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science at Robert Gordon University?
The typical offer is BCC at A level, or 27 points in the IB. The average entrant had 166 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science at Robert Gordon University?
84% of students continued into their second year, and 16% left higher education.