Sport
Develop communication, confidence and professional skills across a range of specialisms
Sport
Develop communication, confidence and professional skills across a range of specialisms
Top 30
UK university
out of 122 institutions
Guardian University Guide 2025
Top 15
in the UK for graduate prospects in Sports Science
Complete University Guide 2025
Top 30
in the UK
for teaching quality
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025
Discover our high-quality and innovative sport courses
Student-focused facilities
Our fantastic sporting facilities and friendly team are available to ensure all your sport and leisure needs
are met.
Sports science excellence
We have a nearly 40-year proven track record of excellence in teaching, research and applied sport and exercise science.
Wide range of study areas
Our courses are delivered with a hands-on philosophy and taught by research-active staff and experienced industry practitioners.
Built around employability
Gain a wealth of experience through work placements that give you the best foundation for a successful career within the sports industry.
Sport courses
Explore our highly-regarded degrees, underpinned by internationally-recognised, world-leading research and
cutting-edge practice
Whether your interest in sport stems from physical education and outdoor education, coaching, development, management, sport and exercise sciences or sports therapy,
we have a course for you.
Select a learning level
- All
- Undergraduate
- Postgraduate
- Foundation Options
- PGCE
BSc (Hons) Outdoor and Adventure Education
BSc (Hons) Outdoor and Adventure Education
- Study on the only validated four year Outdoor and Adventure Education degree in the UK.
- Develop your skills in a variety of outdoor and adventure sports and activities alongside fundamental pedagogical theories
- Choose to specialise in the coaching, teaching, psychological impacts, or physiological effects of adventure activities and sports
- Join the only programme in the UK that offers regular residential trips in addition to normal contact hours
BA (Hons) Physical Education (Primary Years)
BA (Hons) Physical Education (Primary Years)
- Gain an understanding of the role of physical education in the development of the whole child
- Apply theory to practice through our dedicated work placement schemes
- Learn from experienced professionals who will look to support you through your degree
- Prepare for a career within primary education or coaching with young children
MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition
MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Understand how nutrition affects sport and exercise performance
- Develop your knowledge of the practical application of nutrition within the sport and exercise context
- Become eligible to apply for entry to the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register
- Full-time and part-time options available
BA (Hons) Physical Education (Secondary Years)
BA (Hons) Physical Education (Secondary Years)
- Gain a thorough understanding of the importance of physical education in the development of the whole person
- Prepare for a career teaching or coaching secondary-aged children and young people
- Learn from experienced professionals who will look to support you throughout your degree
- Apply theory to practice through our work placement schemes
BA (Hons) Physical Education (Secondary QTS)
BA (Hons) Physical Education (Secondary QTS)
- Gain a thorough understanding of pedagogy, psychology and physiology of secondary physical education
- Gain Qualified Teacher Status ahead of a career as a PE teacher in a secondary school
- Learn from experienced professionals who will look to support you throughout your degree
- Apply theory to practice through our dedicated work placement schemes
MSc Sport and Exercise Biomechanics
MSc Sport and Exercise Biomechanics
- Gain the knowledge of advanced biomechanical principles
- Develop your knowledge of the sport and exercise sciences
- Study at a postgraduate level to fulfil the initial requirements for BASES accreditation
- Increase your skills in applying such knowledge in both sporting and exercise populations
BA (Hons) Physical Education and Sports Coaching
BA (Hons) Physical Education and Sports Coaching
- Develop professional knowledge and understanding of the teaching and coaching processes
- Understand the developmental aspects of children and developing young adults within a physical activity context
- Improve your employability through our dedicated work placement options
- Learn from experienced professionals who will look to support you throughout your degree
MSc Sport and Exercise Physiology
MSc Sport and Exercise Physiology
- Focus on the development of skills for practical application in both sporting and exercise populations
- Develop an in-depth knowledge base of the physiological and metabolic demands of exercise and physical training
- Study the physiological principles of sporting performance
- Enhance and strengthen your practical skills in exercise physiology measurements and research methods
BA (Hons) Sport Business Management
BA (Hons) Sport Business Management
- Develop your knowledge and the understanding of some of the principal aspects of business and management in sport
- Consider the importance of sport for the welfare of individuals and groups in society
- Choose from two distinct pathways to build your degree around your interests
- Learn from internationally renowned researchers and practitioners
MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology
MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Gain strong knowledge in the role of psychology in sport performance, exercise, and wellbeing
- Learn on a course accredited by the British Psychological Society
- Study the psychological principles of successful sporting performance
- Fulfil the requirements for professional accreditation through the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences
BA (Hons) Sports Media
BA (Hons) Sports Media
- Examine relationships between sport and the media.
- Benefit from partnerships with ARRI Certified Film School, AVID, Twitch and HP.
- Specialise in topics like sports photography, graphics, commentary, film, filming and journalism.
- Learn from industry guest speakers.
- Study in small student groups.
MSc Sports Performance Analysis
MSc Sports Performance Analysis
- Explore the more advanced concepts and processes of contemporary sports performance analysis
- Utilise our outstanding links with industry across multiple sports
- Gain invaluable industry relevant experience to support your academic learning
- Receive an Apple MacBook with SportsCode installed to support academic and placement work
BA (Hons) Esports and Sports Media
BA (Hons) Esports and Sports Media
- Explore esports business and gameplay strategy.
- Work with established industry partners including Twitch and HP.
- Examine relationships between sport and the media.
- Specialise in topics like sports photography, graphics, commentary, film, filming and journalism.
- Be able to join the University esports society: Chi Challengers.
MSc Strength and Conditioning
MSc Strength and Conditioning
- Explore the practical application of biomechanical and physiological concepts
- Focus on both the scientific principles of the strength and conditioning process
- Gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for accreditation with the United Kingdom Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA)
- Learn from internationally renowned researchers and practitioners
MRes Sport, Exercise and Health (Named Routes)
MRes Sport, Exercise and Health (Named Routes)
- Focus on a specific research area within Sport
- Work towards a significant independent research project that acts as the culmination of your studies
- Learn from a team of internationally-recognised researchers
BSc (Hons) Dance Science & MSci Dance Science
BSc (Hons) Dance Science & MSci Dance Science
- Focus your studies with the Applied Performance or Health and Wellbeing pathway
- Complete daily dance technique classes with a course theory to practice ratio of 60:40
- Join the dance community: share classes and modules with other students across the department
- Opportunity to complete industry qualifications alongside your studies
- Prepare for your career in the dance industry as a choreographer, performer, teacher and more
BSc (Hons) Football Coaching and Performance
BSc (Hons) Football Coaching and Performance
- Explore the theories and concepts relevant to enhancing performance in Association Football
- Develop your knowledge of key principles of play, advanced tactical and strategic knowledge, and coaching strategies
- Acquire the skills and knowledge required to gain employment in the football industry both in the UK and internationally
- Develop a critical understanding of the cultural, political, social and economic landscape of the sport
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
- Explore the scientific foundations of sporting performance
- Learn how to support individuals and teams towards peak sporting performance
- Choose from two distinct degree pathways to build your degree around your interests
- Study under the guidance and leadership of our experienced and expert staff
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science with Integrated Foundation Year
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science with Integrated Foundation Year
- Explore the scientific foundations of sporting performance
- Learn how to support individuals and teams towards peak sporting performance
- Choose from two distinct degree pathways to build your degree around your interests
- Study under the guidance and leadership of our experienced and expert staff
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (Performance Sailing)
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (Performance Sailing)
- Develop your knowledge and understanding of the science of sailing
- Learn how to support individuals and teams towards peak sporting performance
- Expand your knowledge of the roles of physiology, biomechanics and psychology within high-performance sailing
- Study under the guidance and leadership of our experienced and expert staff
BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching
BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching
- Understand the role of the coach as you develop your coaching expertise and meet professional standards for coaching
- Examine the physiological, biomechanical and psychological principles underlying contemporary sports coaching
- Participate in a range of practice-based modules that will develop your ability to coach a variety of sports
- Learn from internationally renowned researchers and practitioners
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy
- Develop your understanding of the concepts of sports medicine and sports science
- Learn to plan and implement appropriate independent treatment regimens for injured patients
- Gain hands-on experience by working with both injured students and staff
- Study under the guidance and leadership of our experienced and expert staff
MSci Sport and Exercise Science
MSci Sport and Exercise Science
- Gain the scientific theory and practical skills required to work as sport scientists
- Choose from five distinct pathways to build your degree around your interests
- Learn how to support individuals and teams towards peak sporting performance
- Study under the guidance and leadership of our experienced and expert staff
MSci Sports Therapy
MSci Sports Therapy
- Develop your understanding of the concepts of sports medicine and sports science
- Learn to plan and implement appropriate independent treatment regimens for injured patients
- Gain hands-on experience by working with both injured students and staff
- Undertake postgraduate-level learning your fourth year