School of Sport and Exercise Science
Welcome to our School of Sport and Exercise Science
"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 mens and womens teams have both enjoyed considerable success. The British Basketball League professionals Worcester Wolves are also based on campus. The University also 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.
Sport news
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Thursday, 09 May 2019
Sports students at the University of Worcester have been lending their expertise to help children understand more about people living with disabilities.
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Thursday, 11 April 2019
The University of Worcester has won a national award recognising its work to share its approach to inclusive physical education around the world.
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Wednesday, 03 April 2019
The University of Worcester is number one in the UK, and 26th globally, for Quality Education, according to the globally respected Times Higher Education, whose new rankings are published today.