2022/23 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue
BSc Sports Science and Physiology
Programme code: | BS-PHYSL&SP | UCAS code: | BC16 |
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Duration: | 3 Years | Method of Attendance: | Full Time |
Programme manager: | Dr Al Benson | Contact address: | A.P.Benson@leeds.ac.uk |
Total credits: 360
Entry requirements:
A-level: AAA - ABB, including a science subject (science subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Physical Education). Critical Thinking and General Studies excluded.
Applicants taking a Science A-level (in England) will be required to achieve a pass in the practical element in addition to the standard A-level grade requirement.
- IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any component or equivalent English language qualification.
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:
Faculty of Biological Sciences Undergraduate School
Examination board through which the programme will be considered:
Faculty of Biological Sciences Undergraduate School: Sport and Exercise Sciences
Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups:
Biosciences benchmark, adapted to be appropriate to Sport and Exercise Sciences programmes, incorporating elements of the benchmark for Hospitality, Sport, Leisure and Tourism.
Programme specification:
By the end of this programme, students should have a broad understanding of each of the major sport and exercise science disciplines and their relationship to sport and exercise, with an in-depth appreciation of exercise physiology. They will have been introduced to state-of-the-art techniques currently in use in research laboratories and will have an understanding of the mathematical, theoretical and conceptual foundations of biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor control and sports and exercise psychology.
Analytical, evaluation and design skills necessary for work in a research environment will have been developed. Specific and/or transferable skills necessary to become a sports and exercise scientist, or someone working in a sport and exercise environment, including postgraduate training and research opportunities leading to for example, physiotherapy, masters by research or PGCE teaching.
Year-long periods of study abroad and working in industry are options for some students.
Year1 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Candidates will be required to study 120 credits.
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
FOBS1125 | Introduction to Physiology | 20 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC1031 | Motor Control: Foundations of Control and Learning | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
SPSC1107 | Functional Anatomy for Sports Scientists | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC1211 | Tutorial and Practical Skills in Sport and Exercise Science | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
SPSC1216 | Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC1218 | Introduction to Biomechanics | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
SPSC1224 | Exercise Bioenergetics | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
SPSC1301 | The Physiology of Exercise Testing and Performance | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Optional modules:
Candidates may take up to 10 credits of optional modules.
BMSC1210 | Biology of the Mind | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
LEED1031 | Leadership and Teams | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
LEED1201 | Supporting the Injured Athlete | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun), Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LEED1300 | Skills in Sports & Outdoor Activities - Theory & Practice | 10 credits | Not running in 202223 |
Discovery modules:
Candidates may take up to 10 credits of discovery modules.
- Students must ensure they check that the Discovery modules they select fit into their timetables for both semesters.
- Student should note that they are not allowed to select PSYC1613 or PSYC1623 as it is mutually exclusive with their core module SPSC1216.
Year2 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Candidates will be required to study 120 credits.
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
FOBS2121 | Cardiorespiratory Physiology and Exercise Rehabilitation | 20 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC2113 | Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC2115 | Social Psychology of Sport and Exercise | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC2125 | Skill Acquisition and Motor Learning | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC2218 | Professional and Research Skills: Working as a Sport and Exercise Scientist | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
SPSC2222 | Exercise at the Limits: Physiology in Challenging Environments | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
SPSC2230 | Muscle Function and Adaptation | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Optional modules:
Candidates will be required to take up to 30 credits of modules from the following optional modules:
BMSC2123 | Sensory and Motor Neuroscience | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
BMSC2225 | Physiology of Absorption and Excretion | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
FOBS2240 | Skills in Communicating Research beyond the University | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
FOOD2165 | Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
LEED1031 | Leadership and Teams | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
LEED1201 | Supporting the Injured Athlete | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun), Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LEED1300 | Skills in Sports & Outdoor Activities - Theory & Practice | 10 credits | Not running in 202223 | |
LEED2009 | Teaching and Coaching Young People | 10 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
LEED2030 | Outdoor Adventure - Mapping and Navigation | 10 credits | Not running in 202223 | |
LEED2050 | Event Management | 10 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
LEED2060 | Sports Development and Management | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun), Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LEED2070 | Introduction to Strength and Conditioning | 10 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
LEED2131 | Emerging Leaders | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LEED2300 | Graduate Skills for Professional Development | 20 credits | Not running in 202223 | |
SPSC2240 | Human Motor Development | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
SPSC2242 | Physical Activity and Health | 20 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Discovery modules:
Candidates may select 10 credits of discovery modules.
Some Discovery modules will have pre-requisites that you need to ensure you have completed in order to take them.
Year3 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Candidates will be required to study 120 credits.
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
FOBS3393 | Advanced Skills | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
FOBS3394 | Capstone Research Project | 40 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
SPSC3321 | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC3326 | Exercise Prescription for Health and Disease | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
It is recommended that candidates select a Physiology research project.
Optional modules:
GROUP A
Candidates will be required to study between 20 and 40 credits from the following optional modules:
SPSC3105 | Mechanics of Sport Performance | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC3125 | Motor Control and Neurorehabilitation | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC3318 | Exercise and Psychological Health | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC3328 | Sport Medicine, Health and Nutrition | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
SPSC3329 | Motor and Psychological Aspects of Rehabilitation | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
GROUP B
Candidates may take between 0 and 20 credits from the following modules.
BMSC3138 | Cellular Cardiology | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
BMSC3139 | Systems Neurophysiology | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
FOOD3071 | Diet and Cardiovascular Health | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
LEED2009 | Teaching and Coaching Young People | 10 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
LEED2030 | Outdoor Adventure - Mapping and Navigation | 10 credits | Not running in 202223 | |
LEED2050 | Event Management | 10 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
LEED2060 | Sports Development and Management | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun), Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LEED2070 | Introduction to Strength and Conditioning | 10 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
LEED2131 | Emerging Leaders | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LEED3001 | Research Development Project | 10 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
LEED3002 | Outdoor Adventure-Land, Water and Air Activities | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
SPSC2240 | Human Motor Development | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
SPSC2242 | Physical Activity and Health | 20 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Candidates may only select a maximum of 20 credits that are not level 3 modules (ie SPSC2XXX or LEED2XXX). Candidates must pass overall a minimum of 100 credits in Level 3 modules.
Discovery modules:
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