Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
Undergraduate BSc (Hons)
Sport and Exercise Science
Study the science that powers performance and gain the expertise to improve health through movement on our industry-endorsed sport and exercise science degree.
Course overview
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C600 -
L27 -
Headingley Campus Beckett Park -
Full-Time -
3 Years -
21 Sep 2026
What makes an athlete faster, stronger, and more resilient? Why does one training programme work for some, while others plateau? How can exercise prevent disease, extend life, and transform wellbeing?
On this degree, endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport & Exercise Sciences (CASES), you’ll explore the science that drives human performance and protects health. Blending behavioural, physical, and life sciences, this practice-driven course equips you with the knowledge, laboratory expertise, and critical thinking skills to make an impact – from elite sport to public health.
As part of this course, you'll:
- Develop an evidence-based appreciation of how the body and mind respond and adapt to exercise
- Examine how biomechanics, nutrition, physiology, and psychology interact to shape performance and health in sport and exercise environments
- Conduct practical sessions examining oxygen consumption, blood lactate and glucose concentration, body composition and dietary analysis, ECG and cardiovascular function, power output, human motion analysis, and exercise cognition
- Investigate real-world challenges such as non-response to training, injury prevention through movement analysis, dietary strategy design, and physical activity interventions for clinical populations
- Explore diverse perspectives and methodologies, enabling you to discover where your strengths and passions lie
Industry-recognised
This course is endorsed by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES), the professional body for sport and exercise sciences in the UK. CASES endorsement signals that your course meets rigorous professional standards, enhancing your credibility and strengthening your progression into industry or postgraduate study.
Learn beyond lectures
Your learning experience blends dynamic lectures and seminars with immersive lab and applied sessions. You’ll collaborate with peers, engage with industry partners, and develop the analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills essential for modern sport and exercise professionals.
Dedicated state-of-the-art facilities
You'll learn in cutting-edge, industry-standard facilities designed to replicate real performance and research environments, including:
- An environmental chamber simulating extreme climates to examine physiological responses to heat, altitude, and humidity
- A human movement laboratory with an instrumented treadmill enabling simultaneous motion capture and force analysis
- A DXA bone scanner for measuring skeletal density and body composition
- A custom-built igloo simulation and visualisation facility, recreating applied sport and exercise psychology environments
- A strength and conditioning suite where you'll coach and refine performance in weightlifting, plyometrics, and agility training
Exclusive placement opportunities
This degree provides access to exclusive work placement opportunities within professional sports clubs, exercise and rehabilitation settings, or public health. You could work with elite athletes striving for marginal gains, support rehabilitation following injury, or help individuals living with long-term health conditions improve their quality of life.
Internationally recognised
We've been ranked in the top 100 institutions in the world for Sports-Related Subjects in QS's World University Rankings by Subject, a testament to the strength of our teaching, research, and industry reputation.
Build an impressive CV
Alongside your degree, you'll have opportunities to gain additional nationally recognised sporting qualifications, giving you a competitive edge in sectors where practical competence matters as much as academic excellence.
Why study the BSc Sport and Exercise Science course at Leeds Beckett University?
- Great employability - 92.3% of graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*
- CASES-endorsed - professionally recognised by the Chartered Association for Sport and Exercise Science (CASES)
- World-class facilities - industry-standard environmental chambers, sport performance labs, and biochemistry laboratories
- Research-active experts - learn from academics shaping the future of sport and exercise science
- Exclusive placement opportunities - gain meaningful applied experience
*Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 22-23
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Everything you need to know
Discover all there is to know about the course, from entry requirements and fees to exploring the school you’ll be joining - we’ve got it covered.
Entry requirements
112-128
points required
If you’re unsure how to work out your UCAS points we have a UCAS Tariff Calculator which will do it for you. All you need to do is enter your qualifications and let the UCAS Tariff Calculator do the maths.
We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
Entry requirements
112-128
points required
UCAS Tariff Points: 112-128 points required.
(Minimum 72-80 from two A Levels or equivalent, e.g. BTEC Nationals or Cambridge Technicals, excluding General Studies. At least one of these should normally be from a science subject, which can include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, Sociology or Psychology. If you are studying Biology, Chemistry or Physics to meet this requirement you must also achieve a 'Pass' in the practical assessment, where that practical assessment is separated (from 2017).).
GCSEs
GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs.Access to HE Diploma
Pass overall with 112-128 UCAS tariff points in a relevant subject.T Levels
Pass overall with 112-128 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core, in a relevant subject.Scottish Awards
112-128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above and should include at least one science subject.Irish Leaving Certificate
112-128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above and should include at least one science subject.International baccalaureate
112-128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above and should include at least one science subject.IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
DBS Check
An enhanced criminal history (DBS) check maybe required for certain modules which involve working with children and/or vulnerable others. The DBS in the UK is currently not able to conduct overseas criminal record checks, therefore international applicants, those without British Citizenship and British Citizens with a significant period of overseas residency will therefore require a criminal records check or certificate of good conduct from their home/overseas country before undertaking work with children and/or vulnerable others
How we assess your application
At Leeds Beckett we look for students who demonstrate a good knowledge, curiosity and passion for your chosen course and would benefit from the University’s learning environment.We aim to give every student a fair chance to progress and succeed on their chosen course and we recognise that your grades may not always reflect your true potential. Therefore, when assessing your application, we will consider the following:
- Your completed qualifications (such as GCSEs, A Levels, and their equivalents).
- Your predicted grades in future examinations.
- Your personal statement.
Our offers
All our offers are made by trained professionals who are committed to making offers that are appropriate to each applicant, regardless of their background.* They have the discretion to vary the level of offer to ensure every student with the potential to succeed at Leeds Beckett receives an offer that is achievable for them. This could mean that you may receive an offer to study on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points than our published tariff.  Your offer will be based on our belief that you are capable of benefiting from, and successfully completing, your course. We believe that it is people who think differently, independently, people with ‘unlike-minds' that make big things happen.*We operate a contextual admissions policy, which means we consider a range of additional factors when we assess a student’s application. Applicants who meet at least one of our contextual admissions criteria may be offered a place on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points than our published tariff.
Our contextual admissions criteria are:
- Home postcode is in an area where few people go to University (POLAR4 quintile 1 or 2 area. This can be checked on the Office for Students website).
- Declared disability on the UCAS application form (or direct application for part-time applicants).
- Over the age of 21 on the 1st of September before the course starts.
- Declared as a care experienced on the UCAS application form (or direct application for part-time applicants).
Our place as an Anchor Institution
To further strengthen our position as a key provider of education and training for West Yorkshire we apply an Anchor Institution Policy in our admissions process. Students who apply to us from any of the five Local Authority areas in West Yorkshire (BD, HD, HX, LS, WF) may be offered a place on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points.Mature Applicants
Our university welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. All students will be considered through the contextual admissions policy described above. If you do not meet the requirements through the contextual admissions policy, we may still be able to make you an offer if you have recent relevant work experience through our 'Recognition of Prior Learning' policy. Please ensure that you list both your qualifications and any relevant work experience in your application so that we can consider you under both schemes where applicable. All applicants should meet our standard entry requirements of GCSE grade 4 in English language and, where specified, Maths. Alternative qualifications such as functional skills are accepted in lieu of GCSEs for most courses.We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
International baccalaureate
112-128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above and should include at least one science subject.IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
DBS Check
An enhanced criminal history (DBS) check maybe required for certain modules which involve working with children and/or vulnerable others. The DBS in the UK is currently not able to conduct overseas criminal record checks, therefore international applicants, those without British Citizenship and British Citizens with a significant period of overseas residency will therefore require a criminal records check or certificate of good conduct from their home/overseas country before undertaking work with children and/or vulnerable others
Additional entry requirements:
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 09.00 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 09.00 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses.More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
Modules, teaching and learning
Through the study of study Biomechanics, Nutrition, Physiology and Psychology in the contexts of sport and exercise, you will learn how people function in sport and exercise settings. The course is designed to meet the requirements of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences' criteria for endorsement.
The tabs below detail what and how you will study in each year of your course. The balance of assessments and overall workload will be informed by your core modules and the option modules you choose to study – the information provided is an indication of what you can expect and may be subject to change. The option modules listed are also an indication of what will be available to you. Their availability is subject to demand and you will be advised which option modules you can choose at the beginning of each year of study.
What you'll learn
Explore important mechanical principles as they apply to the human body. This module will introduce the qualitative and quantitative methods used in biomechanics research and practice which describe the structures, functions, and mechanical bases of human movement. You'll also develop laboratory data collection techniques in areas such as motion analysis, capture of ground reaction forces and measurement of muscle activation patterns.
This module will equip you with the fundamental knowledge and understanding of sport and exercise physiology. You'll explore key concepts and functions in sport and exercise physiology and their application to the human body during physical activity. In addition, you'll gain the skills to measure physiological function and apply your knowledge and understanding when interpreting physiological responses.
Develop your understanding of key psychological theories and research in sport, exercise, and health settings. You'll explore how thoughts, emotions, and motivation influence participation and performance, and how physical activity affects mental health, wellbeing, and cognitive function. Through discussion of foundational and contemporary perspectives in sport and exercise psychology, you'll examine how individuals shape, and are shaped by, their sport and health behaviours. By the end of the module, you'll be able to explain the psychological factors that influence engagement in physical activity and their impact on mental wellbeing.
Explore the fundamentals of nutrition for health and performance. You’ll gain an understanding of nutritional biochemistry and energy metabolism. On completion of this module, you'll understand the concept of energy and how the body utilises energy. By studying metabolism and the process of energy utilisation, you'll develop an appreciation of food as energy. You'll also begin to understand the importance of adequate nutrition in maintaining body functions during rest and activity.
Build the personal, academic, and professional skills needed to succeed in your degree and future career. You'll develop core competencies including academic writing, critical thinking, self-reflection, and introductory research methods. The module strengthens your understanding of appropriate research approaches in sport, exercise, and health, while helping you develop transferable skills that support learning across all areas of your course.
Explore the role of the sport and exercise scientist, looking specifically at what they do and how they do it. This module introduces methods of measuring and evaluating health and performance in both field and lab-based settings. We'll expose you to problems and case studies which will form the basis of your knowledge and skills development. Concurrently, you'll develop an appreciation of the challenges that sport and exercise scientists face. Throughout the module, you'll have the opportunity to fine-tune your verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills for different audiences.
What you'll learn
This module builds on your research and study skills developed in year one. You'll become a consumer of research to prepare for your Final Year Project. By the end of the module, you'll be able to search for and apply relevant literature and theory, choose research designs to address research enquiries, analyse and interpret empirical data and present research findings. You'll achieve this by participating in practical sessions that apply theory to practice.
Option modules may include
Learn to plan, deliver, and evaluate progressive exercise programmes for both clinical and athletic populations. Through practical sessions and case studies, you'll explore the interdisciplinary principles underpinning effective exercise prescription. You'll develop applied knowledge of aerobic and resistance training interventions, enabling you to design evidence-based programmes tailored to individual needs. By the end of the module, you'll confidently create and evaluate exercise programmes in health and performance contexts.
Investigate the role of nutrition in supporting health and exercise across the lifespan. You'll apply nutritional principles to a range of populations and contexts, developing practical skills in assessing and interpreting dietary intake and nutritional status. The module equips you with the knowledge to evaluate how food choices influence health, performance, and wellbeing.
Evaluate peer-reviewed research on psychological concepts and theories relevant to sport and exercise settings. This module will deepen your understanding of commonly tested and critiqued psychological theories in published literature. Upon completion, you'll be skilled in interpreting data and able to demonstrate an evidence-based appreciation of both theory and practice in sport and exercise psychology.
Broaden your understanding of biomechanical theory by applying it to sport, exercise, and health settings. You'll appreciate the influence of key mechanical determinants of human movement as you begin to identify methods of optimising exercise and performance. Throughout the module, you'll develop laboratory and practical skills in data collection and analysis techniques, which will ultimately help to improve your subject’s health and enhance their performance.
By evaluating research, assessment techniques and physical activity practices, you'll learn to explain and understand physiological and metabolic responses to maximal, intermittent and prolonged exercise. We'll teach you to identify and analyse the limits of physiological function during sport and exercise. By the end of the module, you'll be able to explain and understand exercise prescription for health and sports performance.
Continue to develop your emerging knowledge and skills, support the development of your professional profile, and create solid career foundations. This module will give you a range of opportunities to enhance your employability through the development of context-specific and transferable skills. You'll be supported as you audit, select, engage in, and complete work-based learning activities most relevant to your career prospects. We'll then encourage you to reflect on your continuing professional development. You'll identify how the knowledge, skills, expectations, and capabilities you've gained support your professional practice.
What you'll learn
This module will challenge you to undertake an extended and largely independent piece of project work. You'll demonstrate your research and critical thinking skills, and your understanding of ethical methodological approaches to study. You'll choose a project type that reflects the key knowledge, skills and attributes you've developed across your course. Your overall aim in completing this module will be to generate new knowledge that has practical value. The experience you'll gain on this module and the output you'll generate will prepare you for a career in your chosen field.
Option modules may include
Develop an information intervention to engage individuals in physical activity. This will be supported by behavioural science and critical discussion of literature on physical activity and mental health. You'll study how physical activity might be beneficial for mental health and cognition amongst a variety of populations. You'll also discuss exercise dependence and possible negative mental health outcomes of physical activity.
The importance of the sports physiologist in maximising potential in athletic performance is now widely recognised as essential within the field. This module explores the role that sports physiologists play in understanding demands of athletic events, evaluating and monitoring athletic performance and interpreting performance data. During your study, you'll develop the laboratory and field-based skills required to monitor performance and prescription of scientifically justified sports training programmes.
This module will help to develop your critical understanding of sport psychology practice. You'll explore how psychological and ethical principles inform interventions for individual performers and sports teams. Upon completion, you'll be able to apply psychological principles to individuals or groups as well as critically evaluate and design evidence-based interventions in sport.
Build an understanding of the structure and function of biological materials and their response to external loading. You'll explore the underlying factors in health and injury, including postural stability, individual differences and external risk factors. This module will include laboratory-based activities that improve your biomechanical skills. This work will enable you to undertake a deeper analysis of important aspects of health and injury.
The use of exercise as a preventive or treatment strategy is becoming increasingly advocated for a range of medical conditions. This module introduces the clinical use of exercise physiology techniques. We'll consider the pathophysiology of several chronic diseases, the mechanism of action of commonly used medications for special clinical populations and concepts of clinical exercise testing. You'll develop the skills to prescribe an appropriate exercise programme for an individual with a particular clinical condition. You'll achieve this by examining the causes of the condition and how it impacts exercise responses.
Investigate the role of nutrition in supporting health and exercise across the lifespan. You'll apply nutritional principles to a range of populations and contexts, developing practical skills in assessing and interpreting dietary intake and nutritional status. The module equips you with the knowledge to evaluate how food choices influence health, performance, and wellbeing.
Explore the latest biomechanical developments in sports technology. You'll study the technology that underpins the devices for analysing sports performance and develop evaluation skills in the reliability of these systems. Your skills and knowledge will be used to examine a number of contemporary issues in sports performance. In addition, you'll evaluate the utility of different technological systems in different real-world environments.
This module builds on your theoretical knowledge and mechanistic understanding of nutrition you developed in years 1 and 2. You'll explore the interaction between nutritional intake, dietary manipulation, and supplementation strategies, focusing on supporting and enhancing sporting performance. Using case studies, you'll enhance your ability to formulate evidence-based nutritional recommendations for different athletic populations and performance scenarios.
Explore the nutritional challenges that affect population health and contribute to the prevention and management of disease. Using real-world data and current research literature, you'll examine the links between diet, physical activity, and health outcomes. The module strengthens your ability to critically evaluate evidence and apply nutritional principles to improve population health outcomes.
Gain in-depth knowledge of the pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease, medical assessment and therapeutic procedures. You'll study the role of exercise, nutrition and psychological interventions within the multi-disciplinary management of rehabilitation and secondary prevention of cardiovascular diseases. On completion of this module, you'll demonstrate critical knowledge of the role of exercise programmes, dietary and psychological assessments, and interventions within the phased rehabilitation process. You'll also be able to apply principles of exercise prescription and programming as well as nutritional and psychological interventions to specific sub-groups of diverse populations.
Explore and begin to understand a variety of contemporary health issues, including HIV, AIDS, cancer, eating disorders, schizophrenia, dementia, osteoporosis and neurological diseases. You'll then critique the role that physical activity, prescribed medical treatments and nutrition can play within the regulation and or rehabilitation of these conditions. The module will also offer insights into potential barriers and risks of prescribing exercise and physical activity for specific health conditions at various stages of disease.
This module introduces the core concepts, values, and practices of modern public health. You'll explore the determinants of health, how public health is measured, and how evidence informs policy and interventions. Through examining key challenges such as obesity and health inequalities, you'll develop skills in critical analysis and data interpretation. By the end of the module, you'll understand how public health strategies improve population health and reduce inequalities.
Examine and demonstrate the interdisciplinary nature of sport and exercise science within the context of extreme environments. Using various delivery methods, such as lectures, seminars, and practical classes, we'll highlight the importance of connecting core sport and exercise science disciplines—biomechanics, nutrition, physiology, and psychology—to maintain health and performance in extreme settings. You'll develop an understanding of the interactive relationships that exist between core sport and exercise science disciplines. By the end of the module, you'll be able to create and apply versatile solutions to challenges commonly experienced by performers exposed to extreme environments.
Understand the synergy between biomechanics, physiology and strength and conditioning. This module will enable you to develop training programmes that enhance physical performance. You'll analyse the needs of different events and sporting movements, as well as the needs of different populations. In addition, you'll assess and use a variety of measurement processes to determine performance levels.
In today's data-driven sport and health environments, professionals must translate complex data into actionable insights that enhance wellbeing, decision-making and athlete performance. This module develops your understanding of applied research methods, statistical analysis, and data science techniques. You'll learn how to collect, manage, analyse, and visualise data applying analytical models to real questions in sport and health settings. Emphasis is placed on interpreting and communicating findings effectively for different audiences, from academic contexts to client consultations.
Enterprise and the development of new SME’s is a vital engine of sport business and economic growth. It is also a growing aspiration amongst students to launch business start-ups. This module will equip you with a greater understanding of the application of enterprise skills to increasing income. You’ll develop knowledge of the process, circumstances, considerations and barriers to enterprise planning and development within sport.
Undertake a paid placement in a related industry for an academic year between years 2 and 3. This will allow you to take responsibility for your own development and learning and reflect on your progress. The placement experience aims to enhance your employability and future career prospects. You'll have the opportunity to develop business contacts and professional networks as well as build key employability and professional skills.
This course offers the opportunity to take a ‘placement’ year – a year of paid employment in industry which will build your skills and experience. This is usually taken between the second and third year of your degree and will extend the length of your course by an additional year.
Students who choose the placement route find it helps with both their studies and getting a job after graduation. It can build your confidence, contacts, and of course your CV. Leeds Beckett advertise lots of placement opportunities and provide support in helping you find the right placement for you.
Fees and funding
£9,790
UK
The annual tuition fee for students entering in the 2026/27 academic year is anticipated to be £9790 (the maximum annual tuition fee cap announced by the UK Government, which is subject to parliamentary approval).
For each subsequent year of study, the University may charge up to the maximum annual tuition fee cap set by the UK Government, which may increase in line with any uplift determined by the UK Government by law or government policy (such increases are expected to be linked to inflation).
Placement Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee, which is yet to be confirmed.
£16,840
International 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £16840.
Placement Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee of £2526.Fees and funding
£9,790
For students entering in 2026
The annual tuition fee for students entering in the 2026/27 academic year is anticipated to be £9790 (the maximum annual tuition fee cap announced by the UK Government, which is subject to parliamentary approval).
For each subsequent year of study, the University may charge up to the maximum annual tuition fee cap set by the UK Government, which may increase in line with any uplift determined by the UK Government by law or government policy (such increases are expected to be linked to inflation).
Placement Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee, which is yet to be confirmed.Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- Access to: laboratory equipment, including specialist sport and exercise science facilities and the Carnegie Research Institute.
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are currently covered by your course fees. Please see essential costs below for more info.
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Essential Costs
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/or occupational health (OH) check. The cost of these checks is covered by your course fee, but you'll need to pay for your ID documents to be verified (£12.80 as of August 2025). Your DBS check is valid for the duration of your course. New checks are only required if you have a break in your studies outside of the normal holiday periods. If you misplace your certificate during your studies, you'll be charged £49.50 for a new certificate.
Optional Costs
- Access to membership and annual student conference of the Chartered Association for Sport and Exercise Science (CASES). Annual student membership (£24 for a Direct Debit and £29 for non-Direct Debit).
- General membership with the British Psychological Society (£5-7 per annum).
- Course branded sportswear (prices start from £17.96). All first-year undergraduate students will receive a free hoody.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
£16,840
For students entering in 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £16840.
Placement Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee of £2526.Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- Access to: laboratory equipment, including specialist sport and exercise science facilities and the Carnegie Research Institute.
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are currently covered by your course fees. Please see essential costs below for more info.
Essential Costs
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/or occupational health (OH) check. The cost of these checks is covered by your course fee, but you'll need to pay for your ID documents to be verified (£12.80 as of August 2025). Your DBS check is valid for the duration of your course. New checks are only required if you have a break in your studies outside of the normal holiday periods. If you misplace your certificate during your studies, you'll be charged £49.50 for a new certificate.
Optional Costs
- Access to membership and annual student conference of the Chartered Association for Sport and Exercise Science (CASES). Annual student membership (£24 for a Direct Debit and £29 for non-Direct Debit).
- General membership with the British Psychological Society (£5-7 per annum).
- Course branded sportswear (prices start from £17.96). All first-year undergraduate students will receive a free hoody.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
Scholarships and bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that an education at Leeds Beckett University is open to all. If you're thinking of joining us for undergraduate study, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship or bursary to help with the cost of university. To find out if you are be eligible visit our scholarships and bursaries page.
We also offer a range of non-repayable scholarships for international students. To find out if you may be eligible visit our scholarships for international students page and select your home country from the drop-down list.
98%
of students on BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science were positive about the way teaching staff explain things
Carnegie School of Sport Human Movement Laboratory Dr Gareth Nicholson highlights key features of the Human Movement Laboratory. The lab not only benefits our students but also local sporting partners such as Leeds United.
Our course emphasises the importance of employability and student experience, offering a range of learning activities from lab-based sessions to work placements. We ensure our students are equipped with the knowledge and skills to follow a variety of exciting career paths."
Dr Claire Griffiths
Professor
Career prospects
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.
Career Prospects
At Carnegie School of Sport, we have a proven track record of preparing graduates for impactful careers and advanced study across the sport, exercise, and health sectors. Whether you’re drawn to physiology, performance analysis, psychology, nutrition, or health promotion, you’ll graduate with clarity about your future direction.
Wherever you choose to apply it, the science you learn here has the power to optimise performance, prevent disease, and transform lives. BSc Sport and Exercise Science graduates progress into roles within:
- High-performance sport
- Health and fitness industry
- Exercise referral and rehabilitation
- Health education and community wellbeing
- Teaching and coaching
This degree in sport and exercise science provides a powerful foundation. You could pursue postgraduate study in areas such as sport and exercise psychology, dietetics, strength and conditioning, physiotherapy, public health, and other specialist fields.
We have a strong track record of preparing students for employment and further study within sport and exercise science.
Our graduates have gone on to work in a variety of settings, including high-performance sport, the health and fitness industry, health education, exercise referral and teaching.
Studying BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science also provides an excellent foundation for postgraduate study in sport and exercise science and related fields, including sport and exercise psychology, dietetics, strength and conditioning, physiotherapy, public health and many others.
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Some of the jobs this degree could lead to include:
- Sport and Exercise Scientist
- Sports Therapist
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist
- Performance Analyst
- Physiotherapist
- Sports Coach
- Sport and Exercise Nutritionist
- Health Promoter
- PE Teacher
Alumni stories | Lara talks about finding her niche as a sports nutritionist
Lara Wilson
BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science
92.3%
of BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*
Alumni stories | Olympian Laura Weightman talks about her university experience
Laura Weightman
BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science
My favourite part of the course has been how varied it is. I’m more of a practical learner and the course is suited to that style of learning. We had the chance to use a lot of equipment that I would have never used otherwise. I would 100% recommend the course to anyone who is interested and looking into it.
Tom Briscoe
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
Our Graduate Promise
We have a dedicated team of people who will support you with all aspects of your career planning, from day one until 18 months after you graduate.
Getting you career ready is an integral part of your university life and this is embedded throughout your lectures and seminars. Outside of your course there is a wide range of support available to help you achieve your career goals, including:
- Getting ready to apply for jobs
- Working on your CV
- Interview skills and assessment centres
- Connecting with employers and organisations
We’re ranked in the Top 10 universities in the UK for job prospects
(Student Crowd, 2025 - the only awards based entirely on student reviews).
Find out why...
Student life
At Leeds Beckett your experience is important to us, find out more about what to expect from your time on this course and life at uni.
i2i soccer academy
If you're a US student, our partnership with i2i Soccer Academy allows you the opportunity to study in the UK whilst developing your soccer skills.
Carnegie School of Sport Heritage We have a long history in sports education stretching back to 1933 and the prestigious Carnegie College of Physical Training. Today, alumni of this college and its successor institutions are leaders in national and international sport.
Explore Leeds Beckett
Step inside our immersive 360° virtual tour and discover cutting-edge facilities, dynamic learning spaces, and everything our campus has to offer.
Why Leeds?
With great music venues, culture, shopping and parks – we've got it all. Leeds city centre has been named one of the Best Places to Live in the UK*.
*The Sunday Times Best Places to Live Guide, 2026
Thinking of staying at home for your studies?
It’s a great option for lots of our local students
i2i soccer academy
If you're a US student, our partnership with i2i Soccer Academy allows you the opportunity to study in the UK whilst developing your soccer skills.
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