Studying sport and exercise is about more than playing sport – your chosen profession can make a life-changing impact. You could be studying human movement, physical performance, wellbeing or how to run sport events.
Our sport and exercise degree courses combine academic study, practical application, research and hands-on experience.
Choosing a sport and exercise course in clearing could take you into roles such as sports coaching, PE teaching, strength and conditioning coaching, performance analysis, cardiac physiology or athlete management. You’ll be helping people achieve their physical potential, improve their health and get active.
This page was last updated on 13 August 2026.
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If places are available, you may be able to apply once you have your exam results.Some routes may include science, practical or placement-based learning, so check the course details before applying.This page introduces some of the courses, answers key questions and shows you the next steps.
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Possibly. Sport and exercise courses may accept students from different subject backgrounds, depending on the route. Some courses may value PE, biology, science, coaching, health or sport-related qualifications, so check the course details before applying.
Availability changes each year, but sport and exercise routes may include sport and exercise science, sport coaching, sport management, strength and conditioning, exercise, health and rehabilitation science, or physical education with qualified teacher status. Check the live course list to see which options are open.
Many sport and exercise courses include practical learning, lab-based work, placements, guest speakers, field trips or live projects. The exact balance depends on the course, so check the course details when comparing your options.
Some sport and exercise courses in Clearing are professionally accredited by bodies such as CIMSPA or CASES, depending on the course. Accreditation varies by route, so check the individual course details if this is important for your career plans. All of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s sport and exercise courses are accredited by professional bodies.
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