About the course

This unique degree equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to boost the performance of elite athletes and to work with members of the public including children, older people and those adapting to illness and injuries, to improve their quality of life. Our expert lecturers are active researchers and have practical experience of working in areas such as sports management and policy, sport marketing and leadership, nutrition, sport psychology and sport science, and their research underpins our teaching, ensuring you learn about the latest thinking in the field.

　　Our focus is to help you follow your passion and give you the best possible start to your future. You’ll graduate with extensive knowledge and skills to help you pursue a successful career as a qualified practitioner. You’ll have an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive experience, as well as a toolbox of transferable skills highly sought after by employers. These include communication and problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, effective time management, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2025	Canterbury

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Kent

A level - BCC including grade B in an appropriate subject (eg Biology, Chemistry, Sport, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Mathematics, Applied Science)

　　International Baccalaureate - 30 points overall or 15 at HL including Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Mathematics, Sports, Exercise and Health Science 5 at HL or 6 at SL and Mathematics 4 at HL or SL.

　　GCSE - Mathematics grade C

　　IELTS - 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in reading&writing, 5.5 in speaking&listening).

　　TOEFL iBT - 90 overall (with a minimum of 22 in reading, 21 in writing, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　The next application deadline is 31 July 2025

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Kent. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

　　401st / 1250

　　THE World ranking48th / 130

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