BSc (Hons) Health and Exercise Science with Professional Placement

This course combines science, social science and public health. Through learning about how the human body works, you will understand the impact that physical activity, diet and other lifestyle choices have on health and wellbeing.This degree has three core themes running throughout the course:Exercise Science provides a fundamental, interdisciplinary understanding of human functionBehavioural Medicine explores how we can use the principles of exercise science to promote health, or treat and prevent diseasePublic Health investigates the determinants of population health, focusing particularly on the role of physical activity and lifestyle in the health of a populationPlacementThe placement year will improve your skills and is an excellent opportunity to try different careers. It enables you to leave university with a strong CV, setting you apart from other graduates entering the job market.Our students have recently taken placements at:Cancer Research UKDepartment for Health and Social CareEnable Learning and CultureForres Sandle Manor Preparatory SchoolHarbour SportUniversity of RomeWestern Australia Institute of SportPrepare for your futureGraduates from our courses are in demand by a wide range of employers. This includes sport science support, public health, exercise medicine and rehabilitation, sports management, sports coaching and development.Graduates from our sport, exercise and health courses have gone on to work for:BUPACambridge Medical RoboticsCoaches VoiceHawk-Eye InnovationsMoveGBSports Surgery Clinic