Course length: Three years full-time, four years with placement. On this course students develop a multidisciplinary approach to sport and exercise science. The course focuses on the scientific aspects of sport and exercise, and includes physical activity for health. It also offers many opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in a variety of practical situations. This course is ideal for students who have an interest in sports and exercise science. At NTU, we know how to raise standards and will help you develop into an experienced, capable scientist with a range of highly-valued, transferable skills.

This course will enable you to develop and apply a range of essential, transferable management skills that are greatly respected by employers. Recent graduates have achieved the following company roles: NHS – respiratory physiologist Northampton Saints Rugby Club – assistant performance analyst Derby College – lecturer in Biology and Health Nutrition Manchester City Football Club - academy performance analyst Excel Sport Coaching – head coach Sports Xtra – regional manager International Football Association – football coach West Bromwich Albion – academy match analyst David Lloyd - sales and marketing consultant Derby County Football Club - performance analyst Stoke City Football Club - Stoke City football community programme worker Tottenham Hotspur Football Club - junior sport science intern. Graduate salaries range from £10,000 - £30,000 per year.