Top reasons to choose Sport Science at NTU
Training for your future career...
With our support, you’ll explore your chosen sports science field from areas such as sport management, coaching, health and nutrition, biomechanics, psychology and exercise physiology. You’ll apply advanced theory in practical projects, as you collaborate with our network of employers and industry partners – all the time enhancing your professional prospects.
You’ll be given opportunities to gain work experience on live projects and be encouraged to work on consultancy projects with sporting organisations to turn your passion into a career.
Industry endorsements
Our industry endorsements recognises the high quality teaching on our courses and its relevance to industry, putting you in a great place when you graduate.
Get involved
Work in our Sport and Wellbeing Academy. You can give local people the tools and confidence to improve their lifestyles – from schoolchildren to adults of all ages and fitness levels.
Experience that counts
We're top 5 in the UK for Sport Science students taking year long placements (HESA 2021/22). Recently students have taken placements in professional sports clubs as performance analysts and in the NHS on diabetes prevention projects.
See your subject in action...
Watch our videos and explore our facilities you'll be using to get a real insight into what it's like to study Sport Science at NTU.
There's so much more to look forward to!
Find out about all the additional opportunities and extra-curricular activities you can get involved in as a student at NTU.
Study abroad as part of your NTU degree
Our study abroad opportunities offer you a flexible way to gain invaluable international experience as part of your degree. We have partnerships with over 300 institutions worldwide – study from one week to a whole year.
University Language Programme
The University Language Programme (ULP) provides language courses at different levels of proficiency to students, staff and members of the public.
Clubs and Societies
Whatever your interests may be, there will be a society of likeminded students waiting to welcome you.
A community for anyone at NTU looking to improve their fitness through fun, challenging workouts—no matter their experience level. Whether they’re seasoned gym-goers or completely new to training, members can take part in weekly CrossFit sessions tailored to all abilities. It’s a great way to build strength, boost stamina, and connect with a supportive group of like-minded students.
Trent Ice Skating Society is a society dedicated to giving students the opportunity to have a go at figure skating, learn some new skills and meet some wonderful people in the process.
This society is open to people of all genders across all the STEM subjects as a place to socialise, inspire and have fun! The society focuses is on supporting women, non-binary and trans-masc people who may feel under-represented on their courses.
See some of the facilities you'll use
You'll be based at our Clifton campus, home to our renowned Sports Village It is the definition of 'campus life' with everything you need right on your doorstep. The campus offers the best of both worlds: a self-contained community with easy access to everything Nottingham has to offer.
Take a virtual tour to see our specialist sport science facilities.
You’ll have the tools, technology and expertise on-hand to improve the performance of professional and recreational athletes, as you take your first steps into the world of sport science. You will have access to our outstanding facilities, including: Environmental Chamber, Biomechanics and Performance Analysis Suite.
What else you need to know about studying at NTU
Why study at NTU?
NTU is one of the most popular universities in the UK – find out why we should be your next step.
Fees and funding
Everything you need to know about fees and funding while you’re at university, including tuition fees and living costs, how you’ll pay for your studies, and bursaries and scholarships.
Accommodation
We make accommodation easy. Our halls of residence are secure, inclusive of all bills, and within easy reach of campuses and amenities, giving you more time to focus on your studies, settling in, and making friends.
Student life
University is about so much more than just your studies. Everything’s on offer here — there’s sport, art, music, food, and so much more.
Take your next steps towards joining NTU
Whether you're ready to accept your offer, or still want a little time, we've got you covered.
If you've applied directly to NTU, or are progressing from Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC), log into the NTU Applicant Portal to check your next steps.
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Don't just take our word for it. Find out what it's really like to study at NTU and the amazing opportunities on offer from our students.
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