Course summary
In studying BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences at Heriot Watt, a mix of core and optional modules enables you to explore traditional sport, exercise and health science disciplines. This programme comprises a core of sport and exercise science with an additional emphasis on the study of topics central to human health and well-being, such as biology, nutrition, physiology, and psychology. These themes are developed together throughout the programme, with some flexibility in programme structure and design, according to your interests or career aspirations. Based at Heriot-Watt University's campus in Edinburgh is the Oriam - Scotland's national performance centre for sport. Along with providing excellent teaching facilities for this programme, the Oriam is also a training facility for Scottish Rugby Union and the Scottish Football Association, as do Heart of Midlothian F.C. for first-team training and to run their academy.
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C63S
- Institution code:
- H24
- Campus name:
- Edinburgh Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher - AB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Scottish HNC - Not accepted
Scottish HND - Not accepted
T Level
Suitable science subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology, Psychology, Sport Science, Physical Education or Physics. We operate contextual admissions defined by our Fair Access Policy which may mean entry requirements are flexible. We accept a wide range of other qualifications from the UK, Europe and International countries. Please contact the Admissions Officer for the programme for further information on the entry requirements for these.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Minimum entry requirements are not applicable to this programme.
English language requirements
Applicants whose native language is not English and who have not been educated previously in the English language must provide evidence of their English language ability to ensure they can cope with the demands of a Heriot-Watt programme taught and assessed in English. Further information about the English Language tests that we currently accept as proof of English Language ability including our own English Language programmes, can be viewed on our website.
HWU English Language Requirements
https://www.hw.ac.uk/study/entry/english-language-requirements.htm
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
EU | £24048 | Year 1 |
International | £24048 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Heriot-Watt University
Riccarton
Edinburgh
EH14 4AS
Clearing contact details
Shape your future in Edinburgh with Heriot-WattAdmissions Office
+44131 322 3222
Additional information
Friday 5th July - Monday 5th August: 10am - 4pm Tuesday 6th August: 8am - 6pm Wednesday 7th August: 9am -5pm Thursday 8th August: 9am - 5pm Friday 9th August: 9am - 5pm Monday 12th August: 9am - 5pm Tuesday 13th August: 9am - 5pm Wednesday 14th August: 9am - 5pm Thursday 15th August: 7am - 7pm Friday 16th August: 8am - 6pm Saturday 17th August: 10am - 4pm Sunday 18th August: 10am - 4pm Monday 19th August: 9am - 5pm