Sports and Exercise Science (Hons) Lancaster University

Overview

Throughout the Sports and Exercise Science (Hons) course from Lancaster University  you will be set up to succeed in a supportive and forward-thinking environment with excellent lab facilities.

Do you dream of working with elite athletes or sports teams to enable them to reach peak performance?

Perhaps you see your purpose in supporting people to live active, healthy lives following illness or injury.

Whatever your aspirations, our Sports and Exercise Science BSc will offer you the tools and knowledge to support people to achieve their potential through physical activity.

Career opportunities:

A degree in Sports and Exercise Science can open up a wide range of careers in the health sector and sports industry, including:

• Exercise Physiologist
• Biomechanist
• Performance Analyst
• Physiotherapist (with further training)
• Strength and Conditioning Coach (with further training)

You may also pursue further postgraduate study here at Lancaster Medical School or embark on a research career.

Our course has been carefully designed with employability at its heart, both through the content of our taught modules and the professional development opportunities available.

This means you will graduate with a strong scientific understanding of sports and exercise science, as well as the mindset, confidence and workplace experience to stand out in the competitive world of employment.

Our teaching and assessment styles replicate professional environments meaning our graduates have significant experience in applying their knowledge. Tutorials and workshops on career planning are also integral parts of your degree. You will undertake professional practice modules, giving you excellent preparation for applying to graduate-level jobs and graduate schemes.