Sport and Exercise Science

About this course

Do you wish to pursue a sport science, sports therapy, or medical related course at university? This course is designed to provide a good working knowledge of sport and exercise science in preparation for university study. Within some units you may join our full time BSc and HNC students, giving you a flavour of Higher Education Study.

• Psychology of Sport and Exercise introduces this branch of sport and exercise science; covering the key components of psychology and how they are linked to sport and exercise, including concentration and motivation.
• Nutrition for Fitness Health and Exercise develops understanding of macro and micronutrients linked to human performance which is a fundamental aspect of sport and exercise science.
• Human Structure and Function studies the branch of the biological sciences that is concerned with the way the body is structured and how it functions.
• The Biomechanics workshops put learning into practice by developing an understanding of the human body’s movement.

Course content

The course is made up of 3 modules and a Biomechanics workshop.

• Psychology of Sport and Exercise
• Nutrition for Fitness Health and Exercise
• Human Structure and Function (BSc Sport and Fitness Degree Module)
• Biomechanics Workshop

Entry requirements

Entry requirements Open to pupils with 3 Highers at min BBC. A strong interest in pursuing a sport, health or medicine related course of study.

Course progression

• BSc Sport and Fitness
• BSc Sports Therapy
• HN Fitness, Health and Exercise
• HN Sports Coaching and Development
• HN Sports Therapy

Venue

This programme will run in the Academy of Sport and Wellbeing at UHI Perth, unless activity requires alternative arrangements.