Sport and Exercise Science

About this course

Sport and exercise science applies the principles of physiology, psychology, and biomechanics to understand human physical performance and health. The discipline bridges laboratory science and applied practice, using rigorous methods to investigate how the body responds to training, how psychological factors influence athletic performance, and how movement can be optimised across different populations from elite athletes to the general public seeking the health benefits of physical activity. The University of Stirling's four-year full-time degree includes a year abroad, giving you the opportunity to study at a partner institution in another country. Stirling has a strong tradition in sport science, with a campus that includes high-quality sports facilities and research connections to elite sport and public health. The year abroad enriches your academic development and reflects the inter

Where its graduates go

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• 30 / 100Managers, directors and senior officials · 10% of graduatescards →
• 18 / 100Teaching Professionals · 15% of graduatescards →
• 10 / 100Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations · 15% of graduatescards →

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