BSc (Hons) Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science

At Solent University, learning goes beyond the classroom — it’s all about getting hands-on experience that prepares you for the real world. From day one, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art facilities, work on live projects, and take part in practical activities that help you build confidence and professional skills.

Here’s what your practical learning journey looks like:

• Physiology Laboratory – Work with professional-grade equipment to explore human physiology and biomechanics, giving you the chance to conduct real experiments and research.

• Biomechanics Laboratory – Study human movement using a Vicon 3D motion capture system and force plates, helping you understand how the body moves and performs.

• Teaching Gym – Apply your knowledge in a dedicated gym space with fitness studios and CIMSPA-accredited practical teaching.

• Sports Complex – A £28 million facility with a 90-station gym, studios, and sports halls where you can train, test, and develop your skills in a real-world environment.

• Consultancy Room – Gain experience working with clients, providing nutrition advice and fitness guidance in a professional setting.

• Personal Training Scheme – Get involved in real-life projects such as personal training sessions, rehab clinics, and nutrition support programs.

• Placement Opportunities – Take a minimum 13-week placement between your second and final year to gain practical work experience aligned with your career goals.

• Additional Qualifications – Boost your employability with extra certifications in gym instructing, personal training, sports massage, and healthcare, integrated into your course.

These experiences ensure you graduate with the practical skills, confidence, and industry insight needed to succeed in your career.

Graduates from this program are ready to step straight into exciting roles in the health, fitness, and wellness sectors. By combining hands-on experience, professional qualifications, and industry connections, students leave with the confidence and skills to pursue careers such as fitness instructor, personal trainer, health coach, exercise referral specialist, wellness consultant, or sports nutrition advisor.

Here’s how Solent supports you on your career journey:

• Industry-Recognized Qualifications – Earn certifications like the Association for Nutrition (AfN) Certificate in Intermediate Nutrition Essentials for Fitness and Leisure, giving your CV a competitive edge.

• Placement Opportunities – Benefit from a dedicated placement year, gaining real-world experience and building professional networks that employers value.

• Strong Industry Links – Collaborate on live projects and consultancy services through Solent’s partnerships with local and national health and fitness organizations.

• Accreditation – The program is endorsed by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity), ensuring your degree meets professional standards.

• Graduate Success – Alumni have gone on to roles in health development, exercise referral schemes, personal training, and wellness consultancy, demonstrating the program’s effectiveness in preparing students for the workforce.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing your degree, you could continue your studies with postgraduate programs such as MSc Clinical Exercise Science, MSc Strength and Conditioning, or other specialized master’s courses that build on your undergraduate knowledge and skills.