Sport, Exercise and Nutrition BSc(Hons)

Designed for students with an interest in the science behind human performance and health, this BSc(Hons) degree explores how nutrition interacts with exercise, physiology and sport. Core areas of study include anatomy and physiology, bioenergetics, metabolism, digestion, nutrition assessment methods, and the nutritional needs of diverse populations. Graduates are prepared for careers as sports nutritionists, personal trainers, health advisors, sports development officers, or exercise referral specialists.

Delivered on campus at the University of Huddersfield, the course runs over three years full-time. It is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), enabling students to work towards industry-recognised qualifications including Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer standards. The course is also approved by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr), providing a foundation towards Graduate Registration with the SENr upon completion of further postgraduate study. A work placement is undertaken in the second year.