Sports Studies (Exercise and Health)

Sports Studies (Exercise and Health) is an inter-disciplinary degree delivered by specialists in psychology, exercise sciences, basic biomedical sciences and public health.

Why Aberdeen?

Sport and exercise have a powerful role in shaping our society and influencing public awareness of health-related issues. Increasing leisure time and lifestyle choices along with an increasingly sophisticated sporting infrastructure, has led to an expansion of the sectors providing sport, health and leisure. This offers extensive employment opportunities for graduates of this programme.

• Obtain a unique insight into the key inter-relationships between science, sport, health and leisure
• Develop a practical knowledge of research skills and methods related to the basic science underpinning the use of exercise in health and fitness
• Gain core skills important for employment in the sport, health and leisure industries

Programmes

Study Abroad

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The opportunity to take Enhanced Study options as part of your degree and participate in co-curricular activities. See www.abdn.ac.uk/thedifference for more information.

First Year

Studies of basic disciplines occupy the first year of study. An introduction to both Psychology and Medical Sciences is coupled with Sports Science and Exercise Physiology courses. Additional courses are selected from the science programme and other areas.

Second Year

Further expansion of Sport Science and development of Exercise & Health studies are provided at this level. These are combined with more advanced studies in Psychology, Physiology and courses delivering key skills applicable to Sports Studies.

Third Year

Sports Science, Exercise Physiology and Sports Psychology form an important component of third year together with more specific studies on Anatomy, together with health-related issues including Nutrition, Health and Illness.

Fourth Year (Honours)

The Honours year comprises focused studies on Sports Studies research topics and a specialised project course covering aspects of physical conditioning. A comprehensive course promoting the physiological and psychological aspects of exercise and health completes the syllabus.

Teaching and Assessment

In the early years, teaching involves attendance at lectures, practicals and tutorials. In the later years a rather greater proportion of students’ time is taken up with private study involving writing essays and reports, and also in laboratory or library work relating to specific projects.

Careers

Graduates in Sport Studies (Exercise and Health) will be strongly placed for employment in a wide range of sport and leisure industries and institutions such as professional sports clubs, leisure centres and tourism. Some will go on to a more vocational medical related MSc in, for example, physiotherapy or dietetics; or a postgraduate qualification in teaching PE, biology or primary education. Graduates may also begin careers in public health, occupational health and therapy, mass media and marketing.

Finding your direction

There are many opportunities at the University of Aberdeen to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability. This is essential for your future career success.  The Careers Service can help you to plan your career and support your choices throughout your time with us – from first to final year – and beyond.

• More information on employability at the University of Aberdeen.
• More information on the Careers Service.
• More information on careers prospects and employability with a degree in Sports Studies.

Entrance Requirements

SQA Highers - BBBB*
A Levels - BBB*
IB - 30 points, 5 at HL
*including good performance in at least two Mathematics/Science subjects.

Advanced Entry - Advanced Highers ABB or A Levels ABB or IB 34 points (6 at HL), including including Psychology at A-grade.

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