Many Faces of Sport and Exercise Sciences

Actively seek out opportunities in whichever area interests you and keep an up-to-date CV. You can find opportunities through networking, attending conferences and career events. Work experience in a field you are interested in also plays a vital role in opening more doors for you.

There were lots of extracurricular opportunities at University. I helped staff monitor the performance of British Junior Orienteers and participated in research projects. The experience helped me understand how to translate our course content into practice.

Immerse yourself in your subject as much as you can. Be proactive in seeking opportunities to gain experience, whether it’s volunteering in research studies or assisting with lab data collection on elite athletes.

There are a wide range of career opportunities out there. This makes Sport and Exercise Science a unique subject to study.

Attend your course sessions, follow advice that staff give you on coursework, and gain work experience or volunteer throughout your degree with opportunities such as summer placements.

My undergraduate degree is where I gained crucial knowledge across many disciplines. At a postgraduate level, I was able to specialise in strength and conditioning and truly apply theory to 'real-world' environments.

You need to be motivated, but also know that tutors and other students are willing to help if you need extra support or clarity. Utilise all the help and resources available to you and be organised and committed.

I love the impact that Sport and Exercise Science has on sports today. I have seen first hand how interventions underpinned by science can be game-changing in the world of sport.

Like most people in this industry, I love to win. But I also love to learn and help others to do the same. Sport and Exercise Science is an industry where there is potential to achieve both simultaneously.

Sport and Exercise Science is a great industry to work in, providing health, fitness, fulfillment and enjoyment for all. The opportunities are limitless, whether you're self-employed, working full or part-time or a volunteer.

I found that the theories I learnt during my degree, like how to structure nutrition for individuals, are really useful in my current role. If you want to work in Sport and Exercise Sciences, research your interests and get involved with as much as possible!

I enjoy the diversity of Sport and Exercise Science. There is a wealth of knowledge about using different techniques to benefit athletes. Collaborating with athletes from different sporting backgrounds is a great opportunity to gain experience of working with people with a range of requirements.

I have volunteered with City and the Community where I assisted in running a football tournament for children with disabilities. I’m now on an internship with Manchester Met as a Research Assistant. I am learning every day what it’s like in this field of work.

Work hard and work well! They are not the same thing. Many work hard, but only a few work well. Network and meet decision makers in your chosen field. Who you know will yield opportunity, what you know will allow you to flourish!

Do not put limits on yourself, work hard and most importantly be yourself. Actively work to develop yourself and build your network of contacts.

Put yourself forward for as many opportunities as you can. You don’t need to do everything perfectly the first time, it’s about getting things wrong and reflecting afterward to carry your learnings on to the next opportunity. Experience is about much more than your degree. All experiences you gain are great additions to your CV, so get involved!

Don’t be afraid to venture into the unknown. Speak to everyone you come across, whether they’re a coach or a guest speaker. Networking is valuable, grab every opportunity that comes your way, put the work in and it will pay off in the end.