INTRA Programme BSc Sport Science and Health

Objectives

The objectives of the BSc in Sport Science and Health is to produce graduates who have: 

• An enthusiasm and commitment to sport, exercise science, physical activity and health 
• A range of skills including, but not limited to, exercise prescription and instruction, fitness and performance assessment, nutrition guidance, adapted physical activity and coaching 
• A range of transferable skills including data analysis, critical thinking, research and enquiry, written and oral communication skills, professionalism and customer/client focus and proficient computer literacy skills 

• An ability to work with diverse populations across the lifespan, focusing on the prevention and treatment of chronic disease through physical activity

   

Work Areas   

BSc in Sport Science and Health students are capable of significantly contributing to employers in the following areas: 

• Exercise prescription and instruction 
• Corporate wellness 
• Fitness and performance assessment 
• Exercise rehabilitation for individuals with chronic disease 
• Adapted physical activity for people with disabilities 
• Strength and conditioning 
• Health and physical activity promotion 
• Nutrition guidance 
• Coaching 
• Movement and technique analysis

Student Availability 

BSc in Sport Science and Health students are available for a 6-month (full time) or 4-month (20 hours per week) INTRA internship. The internship commences in January at the end of third year . Student availability may be flexible to accommodate individual employer and placement requirements.

BSc in Sport Science and Health Modules

Full information on BSc in Sport Science and Health can be found here.

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