BSc Hons Mathematics and Sports Science

Swansea’s Mathematics and Sport Science degree gives you the rare opportunity to develop strong analytical and mathematical skills while applying them directly to human performance, biomechanics, and exercise physiology. You’ll learn through a blend of lectures, workshops, tutorials, and extensive hands-on laboratory work. Throughout the degree, you’ll explore how mathematical modelling, statistics, and quantitative reasoning can be used to understand athletic performance, movement, physiology, and sports technology.

Your learning experience is highly practical. You’ll take part in biomechanics practicals using motion-capture systems, conduct exercise physiology testing in specialist labs, and work through mathematical problem-solving sessions in small groups. In your final year, you complete an independent project or dissertation that combines both disciplines, giving you a real chance to investigate topics such as modelling human motion, analysing physiological data, or applying mathematics to sports technology.

To make the practical side clear, here is exactly how experiential learning is built into the programme:

• Hands-on biomechanics laboratory sessions where you assess human movement using industry-standard motion analysis equipment

• Exercise physiology laboratory practicals measuring variables like lung function, blood response, muscle output, and energy expenditure

• Small-group mathematics tutorials focusing on modelling, statistics, algebra, proof techniques, and quantitative reasoning

• A final-year project or dissertation where you explore an interdisciplinary mathematical or sport-science problem

• Opportunities for a year abroad or a year in industry, offering international experience or professional placement in sport or applied mathematics

• Peer mentoring and personal tutor support embedded throughout the programme

• Teaching led by staff actively engaged in research across mathematics, biomechanics, physiology, and sports performance

Facilities & Tools That Support Your Learning

• Access to Swansea’s Biomechanics Laboratory equipped for motion-capture analysis and movement assessment

• Exercise Physiology Laboratory with equipment for cardiopulmonary testing, ergometry, metabolic measurement, and muscle function assessment

• Mathematics teaching based at the state-of-the-art Computational Foundry, offering specialist computing labs for statistical and modelling work

• A dedicated Mathematics Reading Room providing a quiet space with specialist texts and journals

• High-performance computing facilities for running simulations and mathematical models

• Modern digital tools and virtual learning resources, including recorded lectures, online quizzes, and study support materials

• Academic guidance through the Centre for Academic Success, offering help with mathematical writing, project planning, and study skills

• Careers support tailored to roles in sport science, analytics, coaching support, data science, and applied mathematics

Graduates of Swansea’s BSc (Hons) Mathematics & Sports Science develop a rare and valuable blend of analytical ability and scientific understanding of human performance. This opens doors to both technical and sport-focused careers, giving you flexibility across multiple sectors.

Typical job roles include:

• Sports Performance Analyst

• Exercise Physiologist

• Data Scientist (Sports or Health)

• Strength & Conditioning Practitioner

• Quantitative or Statistical Analyst

• Biomechanics Research Assistant

Why this degree at Swansea is valuable:

• University Services & Support

  • You gain access to specialist Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology laboratories equipped with motion-capture systems, ergometers, and advanced testing technology.

  • Teaching is delivered by experts in both mathematics and sports science, including specialists in algebra, geometry, biomechanics, and human performance.

  • Students receive strong academic support through small-group tutorials, personal tutors, and peer mentoring.

  • You study in modern facilities such as the Computational Foundry — ideal for mathematics, modelling, and data-focused modules.

  • The Centre for Academic Success supports you in mathematics, statistics, critical thinking, academic writing, and exam preparation.

• Employment & Salary Outlook

  • Mathematics graduates consistently earn above the national graduate average thanks to their quantitative skillset.

  • Early-career salaries for this subject area start around £20K, rising to around £25K after 3 years and over £31K within 5 years.

  • Sport science graduates from Swansea often work in national sports bodies, health organisations, professional sports teams, and public health agencies.

  • Employers value the combination of scientific literacy and advanced data analysis — especially in performance monitoring and sports technology fields.

• Industry & Research Connections

  • The curriculum integrates applied mathematics with sports physiology, biomechanics, psychology, and ethics.

  • You develop skills in scientific testing, data interpretation, statistical modelling, and analysing complex performance data.

  • This interdisciplinary training prepares you for roles in sports analytics, health technology, coaching science, and quantitative research.

• Long-Term Accreditation Value

  • The degree develops core competencies aligned with the expectations of professional bodies in mathematics and sport science, strengthening long-term employability in technical or health-science roles.

• Graduation Outcomes

  • Students leave with a strong foundation in human movement, performance analysis, exercise physiology, and mathematical modelling.

  • Graduates progress into sports organisations, health-service roles, analytical positions, coaching environments, or further study.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing this degree, students can progress to:

• MSc programmes in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, Data Analytics, Biomechanics, or Applied Mathematics.

• MRes or PhD research in areas such as Movement Science, Biomechanics, Mathematical Biology, or Sports Analytics.

• Professional development routes in applied sport science, performance coaching, or health-related sciences.

• Industry-focused postgraduate programmes in sport technology, wearable technology, or data-driven performance systems.