Sport and Exercise Science University of East London Degree level: Undergraduate
Course summary
TEF Bronze
University of East London has opted into the TEF and received a Bronze award.
The course is structured around three core components (Physiology, Psychology and Biomechanics) with students selecting additional optional modules based on particular areas of interest, for example, Sports Nutrition, Disability and Physical Activity, and Exercise Rehabilitation. The emphasis is placed upon the ‘Applied’ aspects of sport and exercise science and as such the course offers students opportunities to gain extensive experience in physiology laboratories and biomechanics suites.
Course details
Modules
YEAR 1
Human Performance (core)
Psychological Aspects of Sport & Exercise (core)
Research Skills for Sport & Exercise (core)
Coaching Principles (core)
Development of Sport (core) YEAR 2
Research Methods and Design (core)
Physiological & Nutritional Assessment (core)
Analysis & Development of Performance (core)
Sport & Exercise Psychology (core)
Principles & Practice in Teaching & Coaching (optional)
Inclusion in Youth Sport & PE (optional)
Disability, Sport & PE (optional)
Training Programmes for Sport and Exercise (optional)
Sport & PE Policy (optional) YEAR 3
Independent Research Project (core)
Young People, Sport & PE (optional)
Work Placement (optional)
Applied Coaching (optional)
Chronic Health Conditions & Exercise (optional)
Contemporary Issues in Health, Sport & Physical Activity (optional)
Exercise Physiology Techniques for Applied Practice and Research (restricted optional)
Nutrition for Sporting Health (restricted optional)
Applied Sports Biomechanics (restricted optional)
Applied Sports Psychology (restricted optional)
Disability and Society (optional)
Assessment method
We'll assess you with a mixture of coursework and exams. Coursework includes essays, research reports, group and seminar presentations and a final-year project. Most of the assessment in your first year is by coursework and we’ll give you as much feedback as possible.
The balance of coursework and exams in year two will depend on your optional choices. In your third year, half of your assessment will be based on research coursework and a work placement.
How to apply
Application deadlines
If your application is completed by the following date, it’s guaranteed to be considered:
15 January
*If you apply after this deadline, universities or colleges don’t have to consider your application if they’ve filled their spaces, so the sooner you apply, the better!Application codes
You will need these codes when you add a choice to your application.
Course code | C600 |
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Institution code | E28 |
Campus name | Docklands Campus |
Campus code | A |
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
For detailed information on entry requirements for our courses, please see the individual course pages. We consider a range of UK and worldwide qualifications at the appropriate level and also take relevant work experience into account when considering an application. Many courses have a Foundation Year option for those students whose qualifications do not meet the BA or BSc entry requirements.
Applicants should have, or be working towards, grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics or Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication)
Entry requirements are intended only as a guide for applicants. They are not a guarantee of an offer, nor of the conditions that may apply. When making a decision on your academic suitability, we will make an assessment of you as an individual and will use information other than qualifications; which may include predicted grades, performance at Level 2, relevant work experience, previous study at degree level, personal statement, references and any portfolio, written test or interview, to make our decision.
If you have any questions, please contact a member of our Applicant Relations Team from Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) on +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 or email study@uel.ac.uk
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Channel Islands | £9,250 | Year 1 |
EU | £9,250 | Year 1 |
International | £12,100 | Year 1 |
England | £9,250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9,250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9,250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9,250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Newham
E16 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageApplicant Relations Team
0208 223 3333