Sport and Life Sciences
Our sport and exercise courses are focused on delivering hands-on practical learning which will prepare you for a successful career on graduation. Our academics have worked with organisations including the GB Women’s Basketball Team, Warwickshire County Cricket Club, West Bromwich Albion and Aston Villa football clubs, Birmingham Moseley Rugby Club, and even medal winners at the Commonwealth Games – both in 2018, and the 2022 Games hosted in our own city of Birmingham.
We are committed to delivering high-quality, research informed teaching in Biomedical Science and Biomedical Engineering. Our courses are designed to give you extensive practical and laboratory experience in support of your learning, in a purpose-built environment. Our experienced staff are experts in a range of fields across biomedical specialisms.
Our Biomedical Science course allows you to play a leading role in the prevention, treatment and management of diseases and health conditions by applying principles in biology and medicine, preparing you to meet the challenging demands of the healthcare sector.
Our Courses
Foundation Courses
Our Foundation Years offer you an additional year of study to ensure progression to your chosen degree.
Undergraduate Courses
Find out about our range of undergraduate courses for Sport and Life Sciences
Postgraduate Courses
Take a look at the Sport and Life Sciences postgraduate courses and research degrees available.
Our research
The Centre for Life and Sport Science (C-LaSS) is dedicated to interdisciplinary research between life sciences, biomedicine, sport physiology, psychology and performance. The Centre aims to broaden scientific opportunities, as well as address important issues in health and society.
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Facilities
Take a look around the facilities available to you as a Sport and Life Sciences student at BCU.
Our staff
When you study your degree with us, you will enjoy a wealth of expertise from those in your relevant field.
Our graduates
We're proud to boast an alumni community of more than 200,000 graduates in 120 countries across the world.
Working in Industry
If you choose to study at BCU, you will get the chance to work with industry, where you'll gain valuable experience.
Blog
Check out our blog where we share our experiences and visionary ideas with each other, the industry and the world.
Partnerships
Our partnerships with many leading professional sports clubs provide fantastic opportunities for students.
Alexander stadium
The Commonwealth Games lit up Birmingham in the summer of 2022, with the eyes of the world on the West Midlands during a spectacular festival of sport and culture. And now, one of the most iconic venues from the Games will become out latest specialist space - as our Sports and Exercise Sciences courses move into the world-class Alexander Stadium.
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News
There is always something happening around the University and our latest news is a great way to find out what's going on.
Go Abroad
Whatever you want to achieve, going abroad will give you the skills, knowledge and experience to make a difference to your future.
Living in Birmingham
Whether you’re moving to Birmingham or you’re a Brummie at heart, there’s so much to student life here to explore, no matter which campus you're based at.
Open Days
The best way to explore what's on offer is to come and see us. Our in-person events provide the perfect opportunity to chat to our staff and students, and check out our state-of-the-art facilities.