Sport, exercise and nutrition resources

Sports science degrees

If you are considering studying a sport and exercise science degree, you should first check if the course is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).

About the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES)

BASES is the professional body for sport and exercise sciences nationally and internationally. It's their role to maintain professional standards across the industry. To do this they run an award called the BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES).

This award shows the courses where you can develop the essential knowledge and skills to enter into the profession. When reviewing a sport science degree, BASES considers the following:

• the curriculum
• the practical experience gained by students
• the resources and facilities of the institution

Endorsement is awarded to degree courses that met the necessary criteria required to succeed as a sport scientist. Including:

• sport and exercise science knowledge
• technical skills
• professional development

Jobs for sports science are diverse and exciting

• Lecturer in sport and exercise science in higher education Teaching (all levels)
• Sports nutritionist
• Sport and exercise psychologist
• Physiotherapist
• NHS Health Trainer (lifestyle and obesity advisor) /
• NHS Scientist Training Programme
• Personal training
• Performance analysis
• Sport management
• Strength and conditioning
• Sports scientist
• Sports development
• Community health and fitness development
• NHS Health Trainer (lifestyle and obesity advisor)
• Cardiac rehabilitation
• Personal training or specialist exercise instructor
• Physical activity coordinator
• Sports coaching
• Research (academia)