Program Description

The four-year BSc (Honours) in Health and Physical Activity degree course aims to educate a category of professionals in the areas of health, physical activity and wellbeing. Graduates will have the skills necessary to assess, plan, promote and evaluate lifestyle interventions and physical activity courses that will enhance the quality of life of the individuals that they work with.

The overall aim of the BSc (Honours) in Health and Physical Activity programme is to educate a category of professional in the areas of health, physical activity and wellbeing. Graduates will have the skills necessary to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual, community-based and population-level lifestyle interventions and physical activity programmes and policies. Graduates will gain, through theory, research and practice, the knowledge, skills and competencies required to shape and respond to public policy using a multidisciplinary approach to addressing sedentary behaviour, physical activity and health.

There are four subject streams within the course:

• Health science
• Exercise science
• Health research
• Communicating the health message

In addition, students have the opportunity to acquire internationally recognised, professional qualifications in gym instruction, circuit training, personal training, exercise referral and Obesity and Diabetes management.

Four great reasons to consider this course

• Opportunities to complete a range of progressive professional awards in Exercise & Fitness allowing access to the Register of Exercise Professionals.
• Work placement modules in Years’ 3 and 4 provide real-world experience and opportunities to apply theory to practice in a variety of settings.
• Provides a platform for further study in areas such as; Physiotherapy, Nutrition, Strength & Conditioning etc.
• A mix of theory and practical classes delivered by passionate lecturers with extensive experience in their fields.

Career Options

This course provides students with the key transferable skills required to pursue employment in the following roles, among others:

• Sports Development Officer
• Physical Activity Coordinator
• Exercise and Fitness Professional
• Personal Trainer
• Leisure Facility Manager
• Health Promotion Officer
• Adapted Physical Activity Coordinator

Admission Requirements

Garde 12 with a minimum of 55% from a CBSE, State board or equivalent. Subjects must include English, Lab science and Mathematics.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
5.5	5.5	5.5	5.5	6

Remarks:

Students who apply first will receive free housing for the first year. The student will receive a rebate of Euros 1400 on the room rent for the second and third years.