York St John University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Combine Undergraduate and Postgraduate study into a single 4-year course with our integrated Masters programme. This course combines academic study, professional practice and research skills. Our course will place you at the cutting edge of knowledge and practice in areas such as physiology, psychology, and biomechanics, and ensure you are well-prepared for a career in sport and exercise industries. Our research-informed curriculum uses innovative approaches to teaching, learning and assessment to create an excellent student experience. This course will encourage you to use your knowledge and skills in both practical and vocational settings. Your experience on the course will reflect the technology-rich environment of modern sport. On this course you will: Develop as student through a process of reflection and engagement with authentic, professional activities. Use high-specification specialist equipment used in the monitoring and evaluation of athletes, exercisers, and students. Have access to online lectures, webinars, electronic feedback and audio/video feedback. Benefit from learning with students from across the school. Apply your learning to practical, professional environments giving you valuable experience of the workplace before you graduate. Gain hands-on experience with one of the our community partners in a professional placement module.
Modules
Modules may include: Level 1: Fundamentals of Practice in Sport, Exercise, and Physical Education Fundamentals of sport and exercise physiology Fundamentals of sport and exercise psychology Introduction to research methods in sport and exercise Fundamentals of sport and exercise biomechanics Fundamental sociological issues in sport, culture and society Level 2: Research design and analysis Applied research methods and design Theory and research in sport and exercise psychology Biomechanics of sport and exercise Social justice in sport: Ethical perspectives Physiology of sport and exercise Level 3: Research paper Applied sport and exercise psychology Applied sport and exercise biomechanics Applied sport and exercise physiology Social justice in sport: Sociological perspectives Level 4: Advanced research methods and dissemination Placement in sport, exercise or physical education Interdisciplinary working in sport, exercise and physical education Controversy, debate and current opinion in sport, exercise and physical education
Assessment method
https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/sport/sport-and-exercise-science-bsc-hons/
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- C6C7
- Institution code:
- Y75
- Campus name:
- York St John University
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £14000 | Year 1 |
| International | £14000 | 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
For courses with an optional Placement Year, during the Placement Year your fees will be reduced to 15% of the annual fee value.
Provider information
York St John University
Lord Mayor's Walk
York
YO31 7EX