There are many factors which are part of being an outstanding athlete and sports scientists play a key role in this development. These experts help athletes to be fitter, faster, stronger and more mentally capable of maximising their performance. This Sports Science program at Swansea (BSc) is a professionally relevant programme that explores the factors that influence participation and performance in sport and exercise.
Sports Science is a fascinating combination of science, technology and medicine which is used to help teams and individuals gain a competitive edge over their rivals. The demand for experts in this discipline is increasing, both in exercise settings and high-performance sport.
This interesting and challenging program investigates and explores how the human body performs under different levels of pressure. It also covers the broader issues at play, from examining how to encourage a wider participation in sports and exercise, to ethics, sports psychology and nutrition.
Throughout your time at Swansea, you have access to state of the art facilities. In particular, students in this program will make extensive use of our dedicated Biomechanics Laboratory, which is home to a state-of-the-art motion analysis system. You will also work closely in the Exercise Physiology Laboratory. This contains a range of exercise ergometers, lung function assessment, blood analysis and muscle function testing equipment.
As you progress, your developing interests and abilities will combine with hands-on experience of advanced equipment, establishing skills which are vital to securing employment. This degree provides a solid core of modern and relevant learning, preparing you for a fulfilling career in fitness and leisure industries, pharmaceuticals, healthcare and more.
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