COURSE CURRICULUM

The Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) at London Metropolitan University is a comprehensive three-year program that develops scientific, practical, and professional skills for careers in sport, health, and exercise-related fields. In Year 1, students build a strong foundation through modules such as Applied Sports Science, Human Physiology, Fundamentals of Musculoskeletal Anatomy, Introduction to Biomechanics, Physiological Principles of Training, Foundations of Sport Psychology, Essential Principles of Effective Coaching and Teaching, and Professional and Core Skills, which introduce the key scientific principles of human performance and coaching practice. In Year 2, the course becomes more advanced with modules including Exercise Physiology, Environmental Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics of Human Movement and Biomechanical Applications, Sports Science Research Methods, and Sport Psychology focusing on both individual performance and group dynamics. Students also explore Sociology of Effective Coaching and Teaching and engage with community-focused learning through Empowering London. In Year 3, students specialise in Applied and Clinical Exercise Physiology, Human Movement Analysis, and advanced Sport Psychology in elite and real-world contexts, alongside a Sports Science and Therapy Dissertation. Business Developments in Sport and continued community engagement further enhance employability. Overall, the program prepares graduates for diverse careers in fitness, coaching, rehabilitation, exercise science, and health promotion by combining strong scientific knowledge with applied, real-world experience.