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Sport and Exercise Science

Sport science studies the relationship between physical activity, sporting performance and health. Physiology, psychology, biochemistry, biomechanics and nutrition are the core areas of the program.

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Example courses

Anatomy and physiologySport biomechanics and kinesiologySport and exercise psychologyBiochemistry and cell biologyData description and analysis

What do graduates do?

  • Coach
  • Personal trainer
  • Exercise physiologist
  • Sports therapist
  • Sports manager
  • Physical education teacher
  • Sport psychologist
  • Sports journalist
IN HIGH SCHOOL

Which subjects matter?

Loughborough University asks for two of biology, human biology, mathematics, physics, chemistry, psychology and physical education at A-level for Sport and Exercise Science. For an applicant who takes physical education, a second subject related to sport science does not count.

Example: Loughborough University, compulsory courses of the program

  1. Anatomy and Physiology
  2. Introduction to Sport Biomechanics and Kinesiology
  3. Biochemistry and Cell Biology (SES)
  4. Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology
  5. Academic Skills and Data Description

Length by country

United Kingdom
Loughborough Sport and Exercise Science BSc takes 3 years (2027 entry).
USA
A bachelor's degree is usually completed in 4 years of full-time study.
Netherlands
A bachelor's at a research university (WO) takes 3 years, 180 ECTS. At a university of applied sciences (HBO) it takes 4 years, 240 ECTS.
Germany
At a university, a bachelor's degree takes 3 years, 180 ECTS. At a Fachhochschule it usually takes 3 or 3.5 years, 180 or 210 ECTS.
SCHOOL EXAMPLES

Examples of schools where you can study this subject

5 schools in 5 countries. Programmes were checked on the schools’ own websites. These are only examples; every country has many more options. We choose the schools that fit your budget, documents and goals together.

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USA

Penn State UniversityKinesiology

Canada

University of British ColumbiaBachelor of Kinesiology · Vancouver

United Kingdom

University of EdinburghApplied Sport Science BSc (Hons) · Edinburgh

Ireland

Dublin City UniversitySport Science and Health · Dublin

Spain

Universidad Europea de MadridGlobal Bachelor's Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences · Madrid
BY COUNTRY

What to know, country by country

For each country where you can study this subject: an example tuition fee and the next step in the timeline. You can find the details in our country guides.

USA1 schoolCountry guide
Bachelor's tuition$66.720per year · 2026/27Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
  • 7 November 2026

    SAT exam (next date 5 December 2026). Whether a school asks for a test varies by school

Canada1 schoolCountry guide
Bachelor's, Arts, first year, full course loadC$51.530,40per year · 2026/27University of British Columbia (Vancouver)
  • 7 November 2026

    Recommended application date for the University of Toronto first review rounds (OUAC 105)

United Kingdom1 schoolCountry guide
Bachelor's, international student, fields other than medicine and dentistry£27,650 to £34,670per year · 2027/28The University of Sheffield
  • 26 October to 21 December 2026

    Booking period for the January 2027 session of the ESAT, TMUA and TARA exams (for universities other than Oxford and Cambridge).

Ireland1 schoolCountry guide
Bachelor's, Business, Economic and Social Studies (BESS)€23.250per year · 2027/28Trinity College Dublin
  • October to November 2026

    For Trinity, ask study@tcd.ie whether your high school is on the direct entry list.

Spain1 schoolCountry guide
Bachelor's (grado), student from outside the EU without residence status, Nivel 3 (e.g. Law, Psychology, History); 60 ECTS€6.822,60per year · 2026/27Universidad Complutense de Madrid
  • 15 January 2027

    Deadline for IE University bachelor's round 2 applications. Decisions by 19 February 2027 at the latest

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can you do a placement year while studying sport science?

Loughborough University has an optional placement year. It is usually done after the 2nd year and lasts about 45 weeks. A student who completes this year receives a Diploma in Professional Studies (DPS) in addition to the degree. About 20% of the full-time fee is paid for the placement year.

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Do sport science programs have approval from a professional body?

In the United Kingdom, the equivalent is the BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES). The body is now called the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES). For example, the University of Roehampton's BSc Sport and Exercise Science program received this endorsement for January 2025 to January 2030.

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Last checked: October 2026.

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