Applied Sport Science involves the application of scientific principles to the promotion, maintenance and enhancement of sport and exercise-related behaviours.
Our programme is centred on four key disciplines:
You will develop an understanding of the factors that influence participation and performance in sport and exercise.
How will I learn?
You will be taught through a mix of:
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through written exams and a wide range of coursework, including:
Career opportunities
Many of our graduates enter sport-related careers, including roles with:
Some enter health-related careers, for example working with local authority or NHS-funded exercise and health initiatives.
Others go on to work in sports marketing, tourism or events or gain graduate management and business posts.
Some pursue postgraduate study to focus their career towards certain areas, including:
September 2025
Central area campus
George Square,
Edinburgh,
Edinburgh, City Of,
EH8 9JZ, SCOTLAND, Scotland
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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