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## A Level Offer / Irish Leaving Certificate Offer

A Level and Irish Leaving Certificate Offers

A Level Offer | Irish Leaving Offer

AAA | 144 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

AAB | 136 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

ABB | 128 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

BBB | 120 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

BBC | 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

BCC | 104 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

CCC | 96 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

CCD | 88 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

Please note that for some courses, there are additional competency standards that need to be met. Full details will be included on the entry section of the course page.

Applicants from ROI – Additional information to help calculate the tariff you need to achieve

Leaving Cert Higher

For students from the Republic of Ireland.

Leaving Cert Higher UCAS Points

Grade | UCAS Points

H1 | 32

H2 | 30

H3 | 24

H4 | 18

H5 | 12

Leaving Cert Ordinary

Leaving Cert Ordinary UCAS Points

O1 | 12

O2 | 10

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# Sport, Physical Activity and Health with optional placement year BSc (Hons)

Undergraduate Full-time UCAS Code: CB69 2027/28

Discover how your body, lifestyle, social world, culture, and nutrition all play a role in making physical activity a powerful tool for better health.

## If you're from the UK or Ireland

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## If you're an International Applicant

Use the international application route if you are from outside the UK or Ireland.

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UCAS Code

Qualification Type(s)

Bachelor of Science with Honours

Location

Derry~Londonderry

Start Date

September 2027

Study Mode

Full-time

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Standard Entry Conditions

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## Overview

Sport, Physical Activity and Health BSc (Hons) at Ulster University has received a 100% student satisfaction rating in the National Student Survey 2025.

This course has been designed by the School of Sport and Exercise Science to produce highly educated professionals with the knowledge and skills to organise and provide for the policy, planning, development, management and delivery of sport, physical activity and health initiatives in the community. Helping others to live healthier lives.

Career opportunities can be in a wide variety of sectors, such as:

* Health promotion

* Physical activity coordination

* Workplace health and fitness

* Exercise referral

* Health-based intervention design and delivery

* Postgraduate research

* Community projects and teaching

### QS 5 Star Excellence

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### Rated 5 Stars: Excellent overall

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## About this course

### Rated 5 Stars: Excellent for Teaching

The serious public health problems associated with obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and type 2 diabetes are well publicised. Physical inactivity is a contributory factor to 17 chronic disease conditions and the World Health Organisation (WHO) figures have shown that a lack of regular activity results in 3.2 million deaths worldwide, making it the fourth leading cause of global mortality.

Regular physical activity and exercise result in a number of well-established physical, psychological and social health benefits. Despite this, physical activity levels in Northern Ireland Great Britain remain low with less than 40% of the population currently meeting government guidelines with population groups undertaking dangerously low levels of daily physical activity.

This course aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of both the science underpinning and methods employed, to promote health enhancing sport and physical activity.

You will undertake study in the physiological, behavioural, social, cultural and nutritional perspectives that impact upon sport, physical activity and health at individual and societal levels. Upon graduation you will possess a wide range of knowledge and skills that will enable you to work as a professional, bringing about an increase in people’s physical activity whilst reducing their sedentary behaviour.

The course offers small group teaching, hands-on experience in our dedicated Exercise Laboratory and a one-year work placement with the opportunity to obtain a Diploma in Professional Practice.

Year one

Foundations for Future Success

This module will assist first-year students to prepare for success in their university studies and success in the planning of their future careers.

Introduction to Coaching Practice

This module will introduce students to the best practice principles of coaching in relevant contexts. It will involve the application of basic theory into a practical context.

Introduction to Physical Activity and Health

This module provides students with a basic knowledge and understanding on the importance of physical activity for health and an awareness of the physical activity guidelines across the population, and how to monitor physical activity behaviours.

Anatomy and Health-Related Physiology

This module provides students with a basic knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and physiology which will form the foundations for further study on the effects of exercise and physical activity on humans. It will be offered through a combination of web-based learning, seminars, practicals and traditional lectures. Assessment is by coursework.

Introduction to Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity Psychology

This module provides students with a basic knowledge and understanding of sport, exercise and physical activity psychology, which will form the foundations for further study on behaviour change and physical activity and mental health. The module is delivered through a blend of lectures, seminars and practical classes, with assessment done via coursework

Lifestyle behaviours for Health

This module will provide students with knowledge on the interplay between health behaviours and how these contribute to health and wellbeing.

Year two

Principles of Exercise Physiology

The module builds upon student's foundational knowledge of anatomy and physiology that is relevant to higher level study within physiology and other related interdisciplinary subjects within sport and exercise science. In addition, the module seeks to establish basic measurement, evaluation and writing skills that are pertinent to discipline.

Applied Fundamentals of Movement Skills

Through a series of lectures, workshops and practical sessions, students will develop both the skills and understanding required to structure and deliver coaching sessions designed to develop FOM skills.

Sport, Physical Activity and Public Health

This theory-based learning module is designed to facilitate opportunities for students to examine sport and physical activity within the context of public health.

Behaviour Change Theory for Physical Activity

This module focuses on the design, planning, and delivering a physical activity intervention guided with behaviour change theory.

Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity

Students will develop their understanding of the fundamental principles of nutrition including nutrient requirements, dietary recommendations, and the functions of selected vitamins and minerals. You'll understand the extent to which the general population and those in sport are following dietary recommendations & meeting their nutrient requirements.

Research Methods and Professional Practice

This module is designed to introduce both the practical and conceptual understanding of research methodologies within sport, physical activity and health research.

Year three

Diploma in Professional Practice (International) (DPP/DPPI)

This module is optional

Structured work experience helps students to appreciate the discipline and demands of the workplace and consolidate knowledge and skills acquired during the first two years of the course. The work placement also provides the opportunity for the development of personal attributes to enhance a student's employability.

Diploma in International Academic Studies (DIAS)

In this module, students may undertake a study programme in a university abroad to develop their academic, professional, cultural awareness, global mobility, personal capabilities and future employability.

Year four

Research Project: Physical Activity, Exercise and Health

This module will provide knowledge, practical opportunities and research skills in the undertaking of an independent piece of research in sport, physical activity and health.

Physical Activity and Contemporary Health Issues

If your Programme contains optional modules, you will be provided with a list of these in good time so that you can choose the options right for you each year. Sometimes, we may not be able to run a particular optional module because not enough Students sign up for it or because a member of staff is not available to teach a module.

Where this may be the case, we will let you know when you are provided with your option choices, and you will be able to choose an alternative if one of your selected modules does not run.

International applicants

UK and Republic of Ireland applicants

## Standard Entry Conditions

We recognise a range of qualifications for admission to our courses. In addition to the specific entry conditions for this course you must also meet the University’s General Entrance Requirements .

The entry conditions below apply to applicants presenting qualifications from Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland or Great Britain.

### A Level Grades

### A Level Subject Requirements

Essential Subjects - one grade C from:

* Biology

* Chemistry

* Mathematics

* Physics

* Sports Studies

* Sport Science & Leisure Industry

* Life & Health Sciences

* Nutrition & Food Science

* Psychology

### Applied General Award Profile

### Accepted BTEC/OCR Qualifications

Essential Subjects (You will need one of the following):

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (RQF) (601/7437/7)

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport (RQF) (603/0459/5)

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science (RQF) (601/7422/5)

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development (RQF) (603/4933/5)

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sporting Excellence and

* Performance (RQF) (603/4924/4)

* OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Sport (600/6144/3)

We will also accept the following smaller BTEC qualifications (i.e. Diploma or Extended Certificate / Introductory Diploma / Subsidiary Diploma) in combination with A Levels or other acceptable level 3 qualifications.

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science (RQF) (601/7435/3)

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport (RQF) (603/0460/1)

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science (RQF) (601/7421/3)

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sporting Excellence & Performance (RQF) (603/4923/2)

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport (RQF) (601/7218/6)

* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport and Exercise (RQF) (603/0444/3)

* OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Sport (600/6141/8)

* OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in Sport (600/6143/1)

* OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport & Physical Activity (601/7094/3)

We will also continue to accept QCF versions of these qualifications although grades asked for may differ.

### Irish Leaving Certificate

96 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level)

### Irish Leaving Certificate - Additional Requirements

Essential Subjects - H3 in one of the following:

Chemistry

Physical Education

If you do not achieve H3 in Maths nor one of the science subjects listed above, a minimum grade of H6/O4 will be required in addition to the H3 in one of the other required subjects.

English must also be passed at a minimum of H6/O4

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### Access Course – NI/ROI

Overall profile of 55% (120-credit Access Course)

### Access to Higher Education – GB

Overall profile of 45 credits at Distinction (60-credit Access to HE Diploma). You need 45 credits at Distinction level from your Access course.

### Additional Requirements for Access courses

Access must in a Science or Sports related discipline

### GCSE

English Language - GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above

Mathematics - GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above

One Science Subject – GCSE pass at Grades C/4 or above

Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Mathematics.

### Exemptions and Transferability

The majority of students enter this programme in year 1 at Level 4. However, applicants who provide evidence of previous relevant successful study may be considered for entry to Level 5 of the programme. Exceptionally applicants may be considered for entry at Level 6. Transfer will normally be admitted with exemptions depending on prior accredited knowledge.

### Exemptions and Transferability Further

Successful completion of the Foundation Degree in Sport, Coaching & Fitness (previously known as the Foundation Degree in Sport, Exercise & Fitness) with an overall mark of 40% in Level 5 modules allows advanced entry to Year 2 to be considered.

This collaborative provision is only offered at the following colleges: Northern Regional College (NRC), South Eastern Regional College (SERC) and North West Regional College (NWRC).

## International Entry Requirements

We accept many international qualifications. For each course, we clearly explain the entry requirements and the level of English you need.

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### A Level Equivalent

Grades CCC or higher and may include course specific subjects aligned to the degree.

Entry requirements will vary depending on your country of residence.

Check the specific entry requirements for your country here:

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In addition to academic entry requirements, there are also English Language requirements for each course:

### English Language Requirements

English language requirements for international applicants

The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5 or an accepted alternative test .

### Verification of qualifications using Qualification Check

Applications to Ulster University are carefully reviewed and applicant supporting documentation, including qualifications are verified.

If we are unable to make the verification ourselves, we will require applicants to submit a verification check using Qualification Check.

If this applies to you, we will contact you to request for a Qualification Check.

If you have any questions related to entry requirements, please get in touch

internationaladmissions@ulster.ac.uk

## Careers and Opportunities

### Rated 5 Stars: Excellent for Employability

### Graduate employers

Graduates from this course are now working for:

* Department of Education

* Local councils

* National Health Service

* Private healthcare

* Sport National Governing Bodies

With this degree you could become:

* Health service

* Recreation and leisure facilities

* Sport and recreation manager

* Teaching

* Health Promotion

The course has been developed in response to industry needs and professional bodies have had considerable input into its content and delivery. The main objective would be working to bring about an increase in people’s physical activity, reduce their sedentary behaviour and thus working towards improving health status.

The course will also help to develop a wide range of knowledge and transferable skills that will enable you to work as a professional in your chosen career and is particularly unique in that there are a range of modules from different disciplines.

Career opportunities can be in a wide variety of areas, such as: health promotion, physical activity coordination, workplace health and fitness, exercise referral, health-based intervention design and delivery, postgraduate research, community projects and teaching. On completion of the course, it will be possible to pursue accreditation with the British Psychological Society through a post graduate conversion course in psychology.

Students may also pursue a career in teaching through a Post Graduate Certificate in Education, or advance to further study within the University or elsewhere.

### Work placement / study abroad

The course offers an optional one-year work placement with the opportunity to obtain a Diploma in Professional Practice.

## Fees and Funding

### 2027/28 Fees

Undergraduate fees are subject to annual review, 2027/28 fees will be announced in due course.

See our tuition fees page for the current fees for 2026/27 entry.

### Find the right scholarship for you

See if you can access financial or other forms of support, including mentorship to excel in your studies.

View available scholarships.

### Additional mandatory costs

Students are required to purchase 2 items from suppliers. Normally around £80

If you wish to purchase the full kit the cost is around £175.

It is important to remember that costs associated with accommodation, travel (including car parking charges) and normal living will need to be covered in addition to tuition fees.

Where a course has additional mandatory expenses (in addition to tuition fees) we make every effort to highlight them above. We aim to provide students with the learning materials needed to support their studies. Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. Computer suites and free Wi-Fi are also available on each of the campuses.

There are additional fees for examination resits and library fines. Where a graduation ceremony is part of your course, please be aware that additional fees will apply.

Students choosing a period of paid work placement or study abroad as a part of their course should be aware that there may be additional travel and living costs, as well as tuition fees.

See the tuition fees on our student guide for most up to date costs.

## Sustainability

### Rated 5 Stars: Excellent for Environmental Impact

Ulster continues to develop and support sustainability initiatives with our staff, students, and external partners across various aspects of teaching, research, professional services operations, and governance.

At Ulster every person, course, research project, and professional service area on every campus either does or can contribute in some way towards the global sustainability and climate change agenda.

We are guided by both our University Strategy People, Place and Partnerships: Delivering Sustainable Futures for All and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Our work in this area is already being recognised globally.  Most recently by the 2024 Times Higher Education Impact rating where we were recognised as Joint 5^{th} Globally for Outreach Activities and Joint Top 20 Globally for Sustainable Development Goal 17:  Partnership for the Goals.

Visit our Sustainability at Ulster destination to learn more about how the University strategy and the activities of Ulster University support each of the Sustainable Development Goals.

* Sustainability at Ulster University

## Faculty of Life and Health Sciences – Sustainability in Focus

Learning and Teaching

Our Faculty is dedicated to integrating sustainability across our curriculum, preparing students to address global environmental challenges.

The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) have been incorporated throughout each course within the Faculty and each module outlines how and where they meet these SDG’s.

Subject specific guidance on sustainability has been provided in the QAA benchmarks statements for Biomedical Science and Biomedical Sciences; Biosciences; Chemistry; Optometry; Psychology; Earth Sciences; Veterinary Nursing; Agriculture; Rural –Environmental Sciences; Animal Studies; Consumer Science; Forestry, Food Horticulture –and –Human Nutrition; Health Studies; Earth Sciences and Geography.

Research and Knowledge Exchange

Our Faculty has key centres of research excellence within all Schools and our interdisciplinary approach brings together researchers from diverse fields to develop impactful solutions.

By advancing knowledge in various fields within the faculty, we aim to identify sustainable approaches to:

* Achieving food security improved nutrition and promoting sustainable agriculture

* Ensuring healthy lives and promote wellbeing

* Promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all

* Achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls

* Ensuring availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

* Taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

* Conserving and sustainably using the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development

* Promoting sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems

* Promoting peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development

* Implementation and revitalisation of the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development

External Partnerships

Collaboration is key to driving sustainability. Our Faculty partners with external stakeholders including professional bodies and learned societies to enhance the sustainability journey for all our students and to promote sustainable practices.

External partnerships enable us to apply research and innovation to real-world challenges. We drive meaningful change in local communities, industries, and global ecosystems, fostering a more sustainable society through impactful projects and community engagement.

## Contact

### For more information visit

* Visit Faculty of Life and Health Sciences

* Visit School of Sport and Exercise Science

## Student and Employer Stories

“The facilities we have access to in Magee (Derry~Londonderry), such as labs for specific testing. State of the art health base equipment and so much more. Our brilliant method of applying what we learn in the seminar and lecture based session into real life scenarios”

Robert Deane - Sport, Physical Activity and Health student

## Terms and Conditions

1. We prepare our prospectus and online information about our courses with care and every effort is made to ensure that the information is accurate. The printed version of the prospectus is, however, published at least a year before the courses begin. Information included in the prospectus may, therefore, change. This includes, but is not limited to changes to the terms, content, delivery, location, method of assessments or lengths of the courses described.

Not all circumstances are foreseeable, but changes will normally be made for one of the following reasons:

* to meet external, professional, or accredited body requirements;

* to provide for exceptional circumstances due to reasons beyond our reasonable control;

* to improve or enhance your experience, or to adopt changes recommended in student feedback, with the aim of improving the student experience and/or student outcomes; and/or

* to ensure appropriate academic standards are met, for example in response to external examiners’ feedback.

2. If there are insufficient enrolments to make a course viable, it may be necessary for the University to withdraw a course. If you have received an offer for a course that we subsequently have to close, we will contact you as soon as possible to discuss alternative courses. If you do not wish to study any alternative courses at the University, you may withdraw your application by informing us by email to admissions@ulster.ac.uk.

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