What can you use a Sport and Exercise Science degree for?
The course focuses on practical hands-on training to equip
you with the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to work in a variety
of roles, such as an Exercise Physiologist, Personal Trainer, Sports Coach, Performance Analyst, PE teacher, Strength and Conditioning Coach, and
Sports Development Officer. Some students continue their studies in other areas
such as physiotherapy or postgraduate level, so you’ll be following in the
footsteps of the Northumbria sporting elite, including Olympic gold medalist
Victoria Pendleton, double Commonwealth champion swimmer Chris Cook and England
international rugby union player Jamie Noon.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to do a variety
of add on courses. This might include 'working with people who have
disabilities', 'working with children', 'first aid', 'ISAK Level 1/2 Body
Composition Analysis' etc.*, to enhance your employability prospects and
graduate readiness.
*Additional costs may be required.