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BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (Physical Education and Coaching)

MUMiddlesex University London · London

This BSc Honours degree is designed for students who are passionate about supporting athletes to reach their peak performance while minimising injury risks. The programme emphasises a scientific approach to physical educ…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
3 years
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

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Course Overview

This BSc Honours degree is designed for students who are passionate about supporting athletes to reach their peak performance while minimising injury risks. The programme emphasises a scientific approach to physical education and coaching, ensuring students are prepared for professional environments. Students will explore physiological, psychological, and biomechanical theories, applying them to real-world scenarios. The course is delivered through a mix of lectures, seminars, and practical workshops, with access to state-of-the-art facilities at the StoneX Stadium. Available as a three-year full-time course or a six-year part-time route, the programme includes an optional sandwich placement year, providing invaluable industry experience. Students will develop essential skills in performance analysis, coaching styles, and athlete monitoring. With a strong focus on employability, the curriculum is endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES), ensuring graduates are well-equipped for careers in sports coaching, teaching, fitness consultancy, and health promotion. The institution reserves the right to update modules to ensure the curriculum remains current and relevant to the evolving sports industry.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

UCAS: 80-96 UCAS points including 32 in Science or PE A-level: BB-BBE including a C or above in a Science subject or PE BTEC: MMP at BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in related field; DDD at BTEC Level 3 Diploma in related subject Access: Overall pass in a related subject including 45 credits at level 3 at Merit or higher

English Language Requirements

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Academic Skills30 Credits Credits
Athletic Training & Conditioning30 Credits Credits
Sport Science Fundamentals30 Credits Credits
Principles of Performance Analysis & Coaching30 Credits Credits

Year 2

Sport Analytics & Psychology30 Credits Credits
Physiology & Biomechanics30 Credits Credits
Research Methods30 Credits Credits
Games Based Approaches to Physical Education and Coaching30 Credits Credits

Placement year (optional)

Placement Year120 Credits Credits

Year 3

Pedagogy and Skill Acquisition in Physical Education and Coaching30 Credits Credits
Human Performance30 Credits Credits
Work-Based Practice & Employability30 Credits Credits
Dissertation30 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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