School of Sport and Exercise Science

 

 

Welcome to our School of Sport and Exercise Science

 

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Undergraduate courses
A list of all undergraduate courses within the School of Sport and Exercise Science 
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Postgraduate courses
A list of all postgraduate courses within the School of Sport and Exercise Science 
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Meet our sport experts
Find out about staff members in the School of Sport and Exercise Science 
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Sport research
Learn about the vibrant and ambitious research activities within the School 
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Sport facilities
Discover the facilities available to staff and students within the School 
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Motion Performance Centre
Delivering scientific support, applied research and consultancy in sports and health. 

"Our aim is to attract ambitious students to the University of Worcester who will be challenged as sports academics and practitioners to be the best that they can be."

Mick Donovan, Head of School

About us

The University of Worcester has a proven record of excellence in the field of sport and exercise science, with plenty to offer anyone who has an enthusiasm for sport, exercise and health.

Top class facilities

We have a multi-purpose indoor sports centre, two floodlit synthetic pitches, an exercise physiology suite, two further sports science laboratories, nutrition laboratory, teaching rooms, gymnasium and dance studio. Recent major developments have seen the introduction of the award-winning Riverside Building and the 2,000 seat Worcester Arena.

Our innovative Motion and Performance Centre is situated on the St John's campus has expertise in a wide range of areas, ranging from Physical Activity, Exercise and Health to Biomechanics and Sport and Exercise Physiology.

Sporting links

The University has a particular strength in basketball. Our men's and women's teams have both enjoyed considerable success. The British Basketball League professionals Worcester Wolves are also based on campus.  In additions, the University has good links with the region’s sports teams, particularly Worcester Rugby Club, Worcestershire County Cricket Club, Worcester Hockey Club and Worcester Rowing Club.

Scholarship opportunities

If you are already involved in competitive sport, we offer sports scholarships in basketball, cricket and hockey. You will have to meet certain academic and performance criteria, but the scholarships are a great way to combine study with competitive sport.

 

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