Sport and Exercise Science Keele University

Overview

The Sport and Exercise Science programme at Keele University provides an academically rigorous environment for students to explore the scientific disciplines that underpin human movement and health. This degree integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical experience to prepare graduates for diverse roles in the health and sporting sectors.

Why Sport and Exercise Science at Keele University?

Studying at Keele University offers a unique advantage as the course is situated within the School of Allied Health Professions and the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. Students benefit from a Human Performance Laboratory and teaching from experts in physiology, psychology, and biomechanics. The programme is recognised by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), allowing students to earn industry-recognised awards alongside their degree. Furthermore, the university holds a Double Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, ensuring high-quality instruction informed by active research.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18200 per year
• National fee: GBP 2026 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Research, Academic and Professional Skills
• Assessment and Applied Practice
• Human Anatomy, Physiology and Movement
• Human Nutrition
• Physiology of Sport, Exercise and Health
• Sport and Exercise Psychology
• Biomechanical Concepts and Techniques
• Research Skills
• Interdisciplinary Approaches in Sport and Exercise

Careers with Sport and Exercise Science

Graduates are well-equipped for professional roles that support the performance and wellbeing of individuals and teams. Potential career paths include working as a cardiac exercise physiologist, performance data analyst, or sport and exercise scientist. Other destinations include roles as a health and wellbeing practitioner, strength and conditioning coach, or performance nutritionist. The programme's focus on transferable employability skills also prepares students for research positions, teaching, or specialised roles such as respiratory physiologists and occupational health technicians within the wider health sector.