Course overview
Transform health and recovery through exercise and physical activity interventions
Be at the forefront of transforming health and recovery, using evidence-based exercise, physical activity interventions and recovery strategies, enabling you to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of communities.
Within this emerging and cutting-edge subject area, you will gain real-world experience at our on-site clinics including our Sports Performance Centre and Exercise Centre; learn how to plan and instrument effective public health interventions, and once you’ve graduated, there is the option of continuing to become a BASES Accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist or BASES Accredited Exercise Professional.
Careers and Opportunities
Thinking about where the BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation Science degree course could take you? Career prospects are numerous in this growing field, with opportunities including:
- Working for private health providers
- GP exercise referral programmes
- Injury rehabilitation services
- NHS and private hospitals
- Exercise rehabilitation clinics
- Fitness industry
- Sports rehabilitation
- Private practice
- Further education
- Higher Education
- Research
Micah Atkinson is Course Leader for our BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation Science degree here at AECC University College. He tells us more about the role of an Exercise Scientist and what makes it such a varied and exciting career.
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Key Information
- Course title:
- BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation Science
- UCAS Code:
- C608
- Qualification:
- BSc (Hons)
- Duration:
- 3 years
- Study mode:
- Full-time
- Typical offer:
- UCAS Tariff points 104-120
Course leader
Micah Atkinson
M.Tech (Chiro), PgCert, DC - Lecturer (Clinical Sciences)
Micah is Course Leader for BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation Science at the AECC University College and Chiropractic and Unit Lead for Clinical Management 201. He is also currently completing a PgCert in Medical Education through Dundee University.
Course details
Looking for degree course details and structure? You’re in the right place.
Supported by the internationally recognised anatomy and pathophysiology expertise here at AECC University College, you’ll develop the skills required of exercise science and rehabilitation practitioners, combining an evidence-based approach to injury rehabilitation, mobility, sports performance, disease management and behaviour change. You will focus on course elements such as the implementation of exercise and physical activity interventions to enhance health across diverse communities, with varying physical capacities and diseases.
During your degree you’ll not only have access to our wide range of teaching facilities but our world-class academic staff too. All BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation Science students have the opportunity to get experience in a range of places including AECC University College Chiropractic Clinic, making use of our specialised clinical imaging facilities, and coming face to face with real human anatomy at our dedicated prosection facility.
How you're assessed
You'll be assessed through a combination of:
- Examination
- Group work
- Coursework
- Portfolio
- Practical Assessment and Presentation
How you'll spend your time
You can expect to spend around 15-20 hours a week in lectures and classes in the first 3 years. With the majority of students also spending around a further 15-20 hours a week on self-directed study.
We welcome your application if you have a passion for applied science. We want to hear from students who are motivated to help and make a difference to the lives of people. Successful applicants will have a passion for both rehabilitation and disease prevention through the application of exercise interventions.
Need more info about, learning aims and outcomes, curriculum content, teaching methods and assessment, credits per unit? Take a look at our Course Specification to find out more.
Student Case Studies
Mollie Stannard is on her First Year of our BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise Science course. She says: “You feel part of a close community of students and lecturers, who are all passionate about improving and understanding health and all that surrounds it. Staff also encourage you to pursue your own interests and help you to do so. “When campus is open, we have access to the Exercise Centre for our own private study and we spend time each week in the Sport Performance Centre learning about Physiology of sport and testing.” Read Mollie’s story here.
Scott Batchelor is on his Second Year of our BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise Science course. He says: “I’m really excited about graduating. We’re lucky in that this course can lead to a really diverse range of job roles. All our lecturers are from top-level professional backgrounds. They work for high-profile sports organisations and support some of the top sports people playing at the moment. It’s reassuring to know there are lots of different avenues to pursue. "The Sport Performance Centre that we have on site is amazing and has 100% enhanced my studies. We’ve been able to practice using state-of-the-art equipment and learning how we can use it within a rehab setting to help patients." Read Scott’s story here.
Unit breakdown
- Anatomy
- Exercise Physiology
- Psychology of Exercise, Health & Sport
- Motor learning and Biomechanics
- Prescribing Exercise
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Motor Control & Decline
- Clinical Exercise Physiology
- Exercise Prescription
- Advanced Anatomy
- Promoting Health & Wellbeing
- Research Methods
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- Exercise Management of Long-Term conditions
- Consulting and Private Practice
- Dissertation
- Nutrition and Health
- Health Technology
- Advanced Exercise Prescription
Entry Requirements
How do I apply?
You can apply through UCAS. Use institution code A65 and the course code C608.
If you’re applying from the UK or Ireland
Essential for entry
Please note that applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A*-C including Maths and English, or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above) to be considered for the programme.
A-levels
BBB-BCC or above to include at least one of the following: Biology/Human Biology/Physical Education. General Studies will not be considered.
BTEC Extended Diploma
Distinction Merit Merit - Merit, Merit, Merit or above in a relevant Extended Diploma for example; Applied Science/Sport.
Access to HE Diploma
A total of 120-104 UCAS points in a relevant Access to HE Diploma for example; Human Sciences.
International Baccalaureate
Overall grade of 32-28 points or higher.
Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers
BBBBB - BBCCCC or above in 5 Higher/Advanced Higher subjects to include either Biology or Human Biology.
Irish Leaving Certificate
H3,H3,H3,H3,H3 to H3,H3,H4,H4,H4 from 5 subjects at Higher Level to include either Biology or Human Biology.
If you have undertaken a qualification that’s not listed, it may still be considered. Talk to Admissions by completing the form below or call us on 01202 436200 and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you have.
Is there anything else that is required?
If you live in the UK, we’ll need a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It’s standard for all UK students and we’ll be there to guide you through the process once you’ve applied.
For more information about our admissions policies and procedures, including our Admissions Complaints and Appeals Policy, please click here.
International Students
If your qualification is not listed here, please take a look at our international entry requirements page or get in touch with our admissions team on the form below. Please note, to be accepted onto this course; you will also need to demonstrate that you meet the minimum standards of English. For further information on English language requirements, please see the dedicated English language requirements page. More information on permission to study in the UK, can be found here: Visas and Immigration.
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Course Fees
Tuition fees (2022 start)
UK/ROI/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £9,250 per year
International - £15,036 per year (may be subject to annual increase)
Additional course costs
Your tuition fees will cover the cost of all mandatory elements of your course. There are additional course related costs that are not included in the tuition fees. So you will need to budget for them when you plan your spending.
For further fees guidance for all students at AECC University College whether full time or part time please refer to our Tuition fees policy.
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