BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science

Designed for students seeking a career in sport and exercise, this undergraduate degree at the University of Hertfordshire covers the three core disciplines of sport science: physiology (including nutrition), biomechanics, and psychology. Students also study human anatomy, sports performance, and strength and conditioning, with practical sessions in specialist laboratories equipped with altitude chambers, force plates, gas analysers, and biomechanical tools. Partnerships with organisations including Watford Football Club provide additional career and educational opportunities, while a final-year work experience module allows students to engage with employers such as football clubs, hospitals, and universities.

The programme is delivered on campus at the University of Hertfordshire's de Havilland site in Hertfordshire, typically over three years, with an optional placement year or study abroad period available between the second and final years. The course is recognised by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), enabling graduates to pursue the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist qualification. Teaching staff hold accreditation from bodies including the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES), the UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA), and the British Psychological Society (BPS).