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5 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
Solent UniversityThe BSc (Hons) Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science at Solent University is ideal for anyone passionate about helping people improve their health and wellbeing through exercise and nutrition. You’ll learn how to combine scientific knowledge with practical skills to design exercise programs, provide dietary guidance, and promote healthier lifestyles in a variety of settings.
Curriculum Structure
Foundation Year (Year 0)
The foundation year prepares you with essential knowledge and study skills needed for the degree. You’ll explore Introduction to Human Biology, Fundamentals of Nutrition, and Introduction to Physical Activity and Health, with plenty of hands-on sessions in labs and gym facilities to build your confidence.
Year 1
Your first year focuses on the core science behind health, nutrition, and exercise. Modules like Human Physiology, Exercise Physiology, and Nutrition for Health will help you understand how the body works and how to support it effectively, while practical labs and assessments let you apply theory in real scenarios.
Year 2
The second year emphasizes applying your knowledge and developing research skills. Key modules include Physical Activity and Health, Applied Nutrition, and Research Methods in Sport and Exercise Science. You’ll gain work-based learning experience, applying your skills in community or clinical settings.
Year 3
In your final year, you’ll specialize and take on independent research. Modules like Advanced Exercise Prescription, Clinical Exercise Science, and your Dissertation allow you to focus on your interests, develop professional expertise, and contribute original research to the field.
Focus Areas:
Human physiology, nutrition, exercise prescription, health promotion, clinical exercise science
Learning Outcomes:
Assess and design exercise programs, understand human biology and nutrition, conduct research, and communicate effectively in health and fitness contexts
Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), giving your degree strong professional credibility
Reputation (Employability Rankings):
Ranked 1st in the UK for satisfaction with assessment in sport science (Guardian University Guide 2026)
1st for learning resources in sport and exercise sciences (NSS 2025)
1st for teaching quality in sports science (Times Good University Guide 2026)
At Solent, learning goes far beyond the classroom. From your very first year, you’ll be putting theory into action — testing, training, analysing, and supporting real clients in professional facilities. Whether you’re measuring fitness performance, assessing body composition, or developing rehabilitation programmes, you’ll be working with the same tools and environments used by health and exercise professionals.
You’ll spend a lot of time in Solent’s specialist labs and gyms — including the sports and exercise physiology lab, biomechanics lab, and teaching gyms — where you’ll carry out fitness assessments, use advanced testing equipment like VO₂ max systems and motion analysis tools, and apply what you learn in real-life situations. And because this degree includes an industry placement year, you’ll also get the chance to work in a genuine health, fitness, or rehabilitation environment, building valuable experience and contacts before you even graduate.
Here’s how Solent makes sure your learning stays hands-on and practical:
Real-world projects: You’ll complete live client briefs, where you design, deliver, and evaluate exercise and nutrition programmes for real people — not just theoretical cases.
Specialist facilities: Train and test in Solent’s biomechanics and physiology labs, teaching gyms, sports therapy and rehab rooms, and the on-campus fitness studios.
Industry placement year: Take a full year to work in a professional setting such as a gym, sports clinic, or health centre — supported by Solent’s dedicated careers team.
Professional qualifications: Alongside your degree, you can earn recognised certifications in personal training, exercise referral, soft tissue therapy, and more.
Digital and research tools: You’ll use lab-based analysis equipment, performance-tracking software, and digital systems for data collection and client management.
Collaborative projects: Many assessments are group-based, including video submissions, blogs, and presentations, helping you build teamwork and communication skills.
Pathway options: Choose between a Fitness & Personal Training focus or a Health & Exercise Science route to tailor your experience and future career goals.
Supportive spaces: The modern Spark building and Solent Library provide flexible study areas, research support, and access to the latest scientific resources.
Every element of this course is designed to prepare you for life after university — giving you confidence, experience, and a professional edge in the health and fitness industry.
A Levels : DDE from 3 A levels no specific subjectGCSE : Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalentIB : overall 24 points, No specific subjects required, but science subjects can strengthen your application.Indian boards : Standard XII with 50% or above in Grade 12American curriculum : High School Graduation Diploma with GPA 2.5IELTS : 5.5 overall with a minimum of 5.0 in each individual componentTOEFL : overall 72 with no less than 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in SpeakingFitness instructorpersonal trainerhealth coachexercise referral specialistwellness consultantsports nutrition advisor
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