BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science. The course combines subjects including physiology, psychology, biomechanics, nutrition, and anatomy. Practical elements include strength and fitness testing, programme design for health and sport, and video analysis. The programme is approved by the University.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB Biology Chemistry Mathematics PE Physics Sports Studies Sport Science & Leisure Industry Life& Health Sciences Double Award Life& Health Sciences (Grades BB)
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What students say
Based on about 102 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 78%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 295 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Gained a higher qualification: 7%
- Left higher education: 6%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 260 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 87%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 11%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- The CASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme awards endorsement to sport and exercise science degree courses that can demonstrate the requisite mapping of knowledge and skills (totalling 79 competencies) that provide undergraduates with the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills essential to enter into the profession.
Questions about this course
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences at Ulster University?
83% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences at Ulster University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 133 UCAS points.
Is BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences at Ulster University accredited?
Yes. The CASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme awards endorsement to sport and exercise science degree courses that can demonstrate the requisite mapping of knowledge and skills (totalling 79 competencies) that provide undergraduates with the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills essential to enter into the profession.
Does BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences at Ulster University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences at Ulster University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 6% left higher education.