Why Sport, Excercise and Nutrition

Are you fascinated by the science of movement and the role of nutrition in optimising health and performance? Do you want to explore how exercise and diet impact physical and mental well-being? Then a course in Sport, Exercise & Nutrition could be the perfect fit for you. Our courses provide you with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and analytical abilities needed to excel in this dynamic and vital field, preparing you for a rewarding career.

You’ll study essential topics, from exercise physiology and sports psychology to nutritional science and health promotion. With a focus on both scientific principles and hands-on applications, our courses allow you to develop skills in designing exercise programs, analysing performance, and creating tailored nutrition plans. Whether you're passionate about elite sports, public health, or wellness coaching, our programs offer a comprehensive approach. You’ll gain insights into the latest research, equipping you to make a meaningful impact in promoting health, enhancing performance, and supporting communities worldwide.

What can you do with a degree in Sport, Exercise & Nutrition

Sport, Exercise, and Nutrition go beyond improving physical performance; they’re about enhancing health and wellbeing at every level. A career in this field lets you make a meaningful difference by optimizing athletic performance, promoting healthy lifestyles, and addressing global health challenges. Whether it’s designing fitness programs, developing nutritional plans, or advancing research in exercise science, this area offers diverse and impactful ways to contribute.

In roles like sports scientist, nutritionist, or exercise physiologist, you’ll work closely with individuals and teams to help them achieve their health and performance goals. You could support elite athletes, design community health initiatives, or specialise in areas like rehabilitation or public health nutrition. As a researcher, you might study the effects of diet and exercise on disease prevention or innovate in sports technology. Whether in clinical settings, research, or community outreach, a qualification in Sport, Exercise, and Nutrition equips you to make a lasting impact on health, fitness, and quality of life.

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Our experts

We have many experts in Sport, Excercise and Nutrition. Here are a few of them:

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Head of the Division of Sport, Exercise, and Public Health

A Chartered Scientist and BASES Accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist, his research focuses on time-efficient exercise responses and adaptations. He has experience working in higher education and consultancy.

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Michael Fish

Senior Lecturer in Sport, Exercise, and Nutrition Sciences

His research focuses on muscle strength, reference values, and rotator cuff, with expertise in clinical and sports sciences. He holds an MSc in Sport and Leisure and a PGCert in Higher Education.

Louisa Horner

Louisa Horner

Senior Lectuer in Sport, Exercise and Nutrition Sciences

he leads the BSc (Hons) Sport and Physical Education course and researches the impact of physical activity interventions on young people’s health and wellbeing.


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