Overview

Sport Sciences degree programme at The University of the West Indies aims to:

Develop students’ knowledge of the importance of sport science in national development

Enhance students’ competencies in areas of sport physiology, psychology, nutrition, law, ethics, biomechanics, anatomy, marketing, events management and leadership

Develop a cadre of qualified sport scientists who can contribute to the enhancement of sport within and outside the Caribbean

Expose students to the most modern concepts, models, theories and practices in sport science

Offer students practical experiences within the various sport science disciplines

Careers

Dietician

Nutritionist

Sports Administrator

Sports Facilities Manager

Sports Psychologist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Functional Anatomy

Exercise Physiology

Sport Nutrition

Biomechanics

Sociology of Sport

Social psychology of Sport & Exercise

Philosophy of Sport

Ethics in Sport

Sport Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bridgetown, Barbados

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

With a minimum of five CXC CSEC General Proficiency (Grades I-III) or GCE O-Level subjects which must include English Language and either one of the following: a Foreign Language, Mathematics, Geography or an approved Science subject. (Mathematics is required for the Accounting, Economics and Management Studies majors.)

With passes in at least two, two-unit CAPE subjects or two GCE A-Level subjects of the equivalent OR

With an Associate Degree from an approved tertiary level institution with a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.5 or above OR

Who have successfully completed the Certificate in Management and Administration of Sport

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18000 USD / year

≈ 18000 USD / year

Living costs

Bridgetown

Barbados

1960 - 2590 BBD / month

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Bridgetown

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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