SCIENCE • SPORT • HUMAN PERFORMANCE

Explore the science behind sport.

Discover the scientific disciplines that help explain human movement, athletic performance, training, health and recovery. Explore physiology, biomechanics, psychology, nutrition, sports medicine, research and technology through a multidisciplinary global learning experience.

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DISCOVER • ANALYSE • APPLY
01 / SCIENCEPhysiology • Biomechanics • Psychology
02 / PERFORMANCEResearch • Data • Innovation
Sports science learning directory

Explore the scientific disciplines.

A structured academic and professional learning directory connecting scientific theory with sports performance, exercise, health and research.

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Core Scientific Disciplines

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Health, Nutrition & Athlete Care

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Training & Performance

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Research, Data & Technology

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Society, Governance & Professional Practice

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The multidisciplinary approach

Science works together.

Sports science combines different areas of knowledge to understand performance and solve real-world challenges.

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Physiology

Understand how the body responds and adapts to exercise, training and environmental conditions.

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Biomechanics

Examine movement, force, technique and the interaction between athletes and equipment.

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Psychology

Explore motivation, confidence, concentration, behaviour and psychological performance factors.

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Nutrition

Study food, hydration and nutrition principles in the context of sport and physical activity.

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Performance Analysis

Use observation, measurement and data to understand sporting performance.

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Technology & Research

Explore scientific investigation, digital measurement and evidence-informed innovation.

Research & innovation

From scientific questions to practical understanding.

Sports science uses observation, experimentation, measurement and critical analysis to investigate human movement and sporting performance. Research can support coaches, athletes, educators, health professionals and sports organisations.

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01 / Investigate Ask research questions and identify relevant evidence.
02 / Measure Collect suitable observations and performance data.
03 / Analyse Interpret results and consider limitations.
04 / Apply Translate appropriate findings into responsible practice.
External academic resources

Connect with sports science knowledge.

Explore established institutions and educational resources for further study and research.

The Physiological Society

An introduction to sport and exercise science and its scientific disciplines.

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Australian Institute of Sport

Performance support disciplines, including physiology, biomechanics and psychology.

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National Strength and Conditioning Association

Professional sports science scope, assessment and performance support.

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University of Rajshahi

Academic programmes and subject areas in physical education and sports science.

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Open University

Introductory learning about exercise physiology, psychology and biomechanics.

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European College of Sport Science

Multidisciplinary sport science research and academic publications.

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Your scientific learning journey

Understand sport. Advance knowledge.

Explore the relationship between scientific discovery and sporting practice. Build a foundation for academic study, research, coaching and professional development.

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