Applied Sport Science
Develop your knowledge of sports science - exploring areas such as health, wellbeing and performance - on our Applied Sport Science degree in Writtle.
It's possible to study this course part-time. You'll take the same modules as BSc/BA (Hons) students, but sometimes in a different order or in different years.
As a part-time student you'll typically study for twice as long as full-time students; for example if the BSc/BA (Hons) course takes three years, you can expect to study over six years, though for some courses the part-time length may differ.
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Our course offers a comprehensive sport science experience. You'll explore how the human body functions when engaged in sport and exercise, and how to evaluate its responses to physical challenges.
As part of your degree, you’ll learn to work with athletic populations, applying the four key subdisciplines of sport science: physiology, psychology, biomechanics and nutrition. There are opportunities to be involved in activities from strength and conditioning training for team sport players, to testing the VO2 max of elite runners.
As a graduate, you'll be ready to work safely and ethically as an applied sport scientist.
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Train and work in our Centre for Sport and Health, with its sports laboratory, and strength and conditioning suite.
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Learn from staff with high-level sports or industry experience.
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Benefit from a blend of lectures and practical sessions.
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Gain skills relating to the promotion of active and healthy lifestyles across the lifespan.
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Get industry experience through work placement, volunteering and shadowing opportunities.
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Graduate ready to work in sport, health or exercise roles.
Study at an award-winning university
We were named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.
Careers
I secure[d] graduate employment as a biomedical assistant. Studying here provided a great foundation to develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required in the workplace.
Turn your love of sport and exercise into a fulfilling career.
By studying this course, you'll gain the skills and confidence to support people to take up sports and exercise, or help propel them to peak performance. There are plenty of opportunities to get practical experience too, through internships and an optional placement module.
As a graduate, you'll be ready to work in areas such as coaching, personal training, exercise physiology, and sports performance.
Teaching and modules
All our teaching and learning has an applied focus [because] how, when, and where you apply knowledge and understanding is crucial.
At ARU, you'll study a range of modules belonging to three learning 'strands': Anatomy, Physiology & Nutrition; Personal, Professional and Research; and Psychology, Skills and Ruskin.
Modules develop across the course, so you can build on prior learning and enhance your knowledge and understanding. There's also a bespoke strand to enhance your skills in applied human performance testing.
Teaching happens in small groups, so you'll benefit from more personalised attention from lecturers, greater opportunities to ask questions and engage in discussions, and a collaborative learning environment.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
- Introduction to Human Physiological Systems (30 credits)
- Applied Professional Skills (30 credits)
- Psychological Fundamentals in Sport and Exercise (30 credits)
- Measurement and Evaluation in Human Performance (15 credits)
- Sport-specific Athlete Testing (15 credits)
- Exercise Physiology (15 credits)
- Nutrition for Sport, Health and Exercise (15 credits)
- Research Skills in Sport and Exercise Science (30 credits)
- Strength and Conditioning (15 credits)
- Analysis of Human Movement and Performance (30 credits)
- Ruskin Module (15 credits)
- Applied Exercise Physiology (15 credits)
- Performance and Exercise Nutrition (15 credits)
- Major Project or Work Placement (30 credits)
- Sport and Exercise Medicine (30 credits)
- Applied Inclusive Practice (30 credits)
It's possible to study this course part-time. You'll take the same modules as BSc/BA (Hons) students, but sometimes in a different order or in different years.
As a part-time student you'll typically study for twice as long as full-time students; for example if the BSc/BA (Hons) course takes three years, you can expect to study over six years, though for some courses the part-time length may differ.
Read profiles of teaching and research staff on this course.
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Charlotte GowersCourse Director
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Laura NortheastLecturer
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Phil HillsonLecturer
Facilities
Study a sports degree at ARU in Writtle and get hands-on experience in our Centre for Sport and Health.
The Centre features a sports laboratory, strength and conditioning suite, and consulting rooms.
You can also:
- use facilities including a sports hall, gym, and extensive sports grounds
- take part in a range of social sport on campus
- join one of our sports clubs and potentially represent ARU in competitions.
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Entry requirements
Fees and funding
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