Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Sport and Exercise Science

This action-packed Sport and Exercise Science degree equips students with the specialist skills required for graduate employment, providing a strong foundation in the science behind sport and exercise. The programme offers valuable opportunities to build employability skills through work placements with organisations such as Derby County FC, Derbyshire County Cricket Club, and Burton Albion FC. Students can also enhance their CVs by working towards additional qualifications, tailored to their chosen industry pathway.

The course is accredited and endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme, ensuring high teaching standards and providing a range of benefits and opportunities. Student membership to CASES is funded throughout the programme, giving learners access to discounts on fitness products, priority registration for webinars, and careers guidance and events. These resources support students in developing their professional networks and preparing for successful careers in sport and exercise science.

The Sport and Exercise Science programme at Derby provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the science behind sport and exercise, utilising specialist facilities, work placements, sports masterclasses, and opportunities to gain additional professional qualifications such as coaching awards. The course covers key areas including biomechanics, physiology, and psychology in sport performance, and allows students to specialise in fields such as nutrition, physical activity and health, injury rehabilitation, and strength and conditioning. This combination of broad knowledge and specialised expertise enhances career prospects and prepares graduates to stand out as versatile and skilled professionals.

To support employability, the programme incorporates professional development activities from the first year, including internships, research participation, and additional qualifications. A mandatory work placement in the second year provides hands-on experience, with an optional placement year available between the second and third years. These experiences enable students to apply their learning in real-world settings, build industry connections, and develop the practical skills required for successful careers in sport and exercise science.