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Sport & Exercise Science Degree
After sixth form or college. Many courses ask for one science; Biology or PE are the most useful.
- Level 6
- 3–6 years
- After sixth form or college
- 105 courses at 82 places
- Typical entrants around 112 UCAS points
- Median salary after 15 months £25,800
- after 3 to 5 years £27,500
Entry requirements
- With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Biology, Physical Education, Chemistry, Psychology. Typical: AAA–BCC.
- With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Sport. Typical: DDM–MMM.
Careers it leads to
- Sport scientist: Uses science to improve athletes' training and performance.
- Sports coach: Coaches individuals and teams to improve performance.
- Personal trainer: Plans exercise programmes and coaches clients to get fitter.
- Teacher: Teaches in primary or secondary schools, usually after a degree and teacher training.
Where to study it
A selection of universities. Open WayWhat for every course, with entry points, salaries and distance from home.
- Loughborough University
- University of Bath
- University of Birmingham
- University of Exeter
- University of Leeds
- Leeds Beckett University
- University of Stirling
Revision guides
A-level Biology · A-level Physical Education · A-level Chemistry · A-level Psychology
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