USW Sport

Studying Sport and Exercise Therapy at USW provides a balance of academic and clinical practice. Training at the USW Sport Park offers access to professional-standard facilities and industry-leading lecturers. With a focus on placements and practical rehabilitation skills, it is the perfect environment to start a career in sports medicine.

And you have a lot of fun doing it!
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Mae astudio Therapi Chwaraeon ac Ymarfer Corff yn PDC yn darparu cydbwysedd rhwng ymarfer academaidd a chlinigol. Mae hyfforddiant ym Mharc Chwaraeon PDC yn cynnig mynediad at gyfleusterau o safon broffesiynol a darlithwyr sy'n arwain y diwydiant. Gyda ffocws ar leoliadau a sgiliau adsefydlu ymarferol, dyma'r amgylchedd perffaith i ddechrau gyrfa mewn meddygaeth chwaraeon.

Ac rydych chi cael llawer o hwyl wrth wneud!

🎓 100% student satisfaction in BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science!
Our students rated their experience at USW top marks in the National Student Survey 2025 🙌

Why? Because they’re gaining real-world skills, learning from expert staff, and using industry-standard equipment that sets them up for careers in elite sport, health, fitness, and beyond 💼🏋️‍♀️

If you’re serious about a future in sport and exercise science — USW is the place to start.

🎓 Bodlonrwydd myfyrwyr 100% ar gyfer BSc (Anrh) Gwyddor Chwaraeon ac Ymarfer Corff!
Rhoddodd ein myfyrwyr farciau llawn i’w profiad ym Mhrifysgol De Cymru yn Arolwg Cenedlaethol Myfyrwyr 2025 🙌

Pam? Oherwydd eu bod yn ennill sgiliau ymarferol, yn dysgu gan staff arbenigol, ac yn defnyddio offer safonol y diwydiant sy’n eu paratoi ar gyfer gyrfaoedd mewn chwaraeon elît, iechyd, ffitrwydd ac yn y blaen 💼🏋️‍♀️

Os wyt ti’n ddifrifol am ddyfodol mewn gwyddor chwaraeon ac ymarfer corff — dyma’r lle i ddechrau.

⚽️USW Sport staff on international duties⚽️

Colleagues at USW Sports Park, Sara Gray and Jonathan Jones, have been balancing the lecture hall with the international football pitch.
We caught up with them to hear about their respective roles with the Wales women’s team and the Wales’ Under-19s men’s team.

Check the link in our bio to find out more!👀

🤩USW has received the highest outcome rating in a recent Quality Assurance Audit by THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY (CIMSPA).

This glowing endorsement reflects best practice across our operations, teaching, and student support – and confirms that USW delivers the highest quality provision highest quality provision to CIMSPA learners.

Our Sport and Exercise Science, Sport and Exercise Therapy, and Strength and Conditioning degrees embed CIMSPA-recognised qualifications directly into the curriculum. Students gain industry-respected qualifications like Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer.

Students like Jayden Wells, currently in his first year, are already reaping the benefits. Jayden recently secured a role at PureGym and is gaining hands-on experience alongside his studies.

“We’re incredibly proud of the recognition from CIMSPA,” said Dr Thomas Owens. “Our students are entering the industry as qualified, confident professionals.”

The link to the full story is in our bio🤩

The Guardian League Table sees USW Sport Science student satisfaction rise 20 places from 48th to 28th out of 85 institutions. This success is all the more pleasing with USW’s drive towards maintaining the highest standards in teaching, research, academic support and graduate employability 🙌🏼

🎓 Applicants, already been offered a place to study Sport & Exercise Science at USW? Here’s why we should be at the top of your list 👇
✅ Attend our VIP Applicant Day on May 17th and get an Unconditional Offer!
✅ Only 30 places per year = personal support & real connection
✅ Free PT & Gym Instructor qualifications
✅ Award-winning teaching & outstanding grad jobs
✅ 100% of students say the course is intellectually stimulating 💡

🚀 Level up your future with us – your journey starts here!

🎓🏆 Calling all Sports Grads! 🏆🎓
Remember the unforgettable matches, legendary SU nights, and lifelong friendships? It’s time to relive those golden days at the USW Sports Graduate Reunion!

📅 12pm, 26 July – 12pm, 27 July 2025 (24-hour reunion – overnight)
📍 USW Pontypridd
💰 £86.40 per person (Spaces are limited!)
🎓 USW, University of Glamorgan and Polytechnic of Wales graduates all invited

By popular demand, we’re bringing you 24 hours of nostalgia-packed fun, including:
⚽ Walking football tournament
📍 Tour of the Sports Park
🍻 Sports-themed pub quiz at the SU
🍽️ Lunch, dinner & drinks
🛏️ Overnight stay at Treforest halls
🥓 Full Welsh breakfast to round things off
👀 Maybe even a surprise appearance from your favourite lecturers...

Don’t miss your chance to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the good times – just like old times! 🥳

🔗Book your place now with the link in our bio!

🎓 Thinking about studying Sport & Exercise Science? Here’s why USW should be at the top of your list 👇
✅ Attend our VIP Applicant Day on May 17th and get an Unconditional Offer!
✅ Only 30 places per year = personal support & real connection
✅ Free PT & Gym Instructor qualifications
✅ Award-winning teaching & outstanding grad jobs
✅ 100% of students say the course is intellectually stimulating 💡

🚀 Level up your future with us – your journey starts here!

⭐️Meet the USW Sport courses⭐️

•BSc (Hons) Football Coaching and Performance•

Kickstart your football coaching career with the BSc (Hons) Football Coaching and Performance degree at the University of South Wales. Gain UEFA C and B licenses, hands-on experience, and industry knowledge in elite football environments. With placements opportunities at top clubs, you’ll develop skills in coaching, performance analysis, and leadership. This course prepares you for roles in coaching, sports development, or performance analysis.

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Dechreuwch eich gyrfa hyfforddi pêl-droed gyda’r BSc (Anrh) Hyfforddi Pêl-droed a Pherfformiad ym Mhrifysgol De Cymru. Enillwch drwyddedau UEFA C a B, profiad ymarferol, a gwybodaeth am y diwydiant mewn amgylcheddau pêl-droed elitaidd. Gyda chyfleoedd lleoliadau yn y clybiau gorau, byddwch chi’n datblygu sgiliau hyfforddi, dadansoddi perfformiad, ac arweinyddiaeth. Mae’r cwrs hwn yn eich paratoi ar gyfer rolau mewn hyfforddi, datblygu chwaraeon, neu ddadansoddi perfformiad.

⭐️Meet the USW Sport courses⭐️

•BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science•

Students on the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science course have to chance to gain expertise in physiology, psychology, biomechanics, and nutrition while earning industry-recognized CIMSPA qualifications. With strong graduate outcomes and placement opportunities, students are ready for roles in performance coaching, exercise physiology, sport psychology, and more.

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Fel myfyriwr ar y cwrs BSc (Anrh) Gwyddor Chwaraeon ac Ymarfer Corff, byddwch yn ennill arbenigedd mewn ffisioleg, seicoleg, biomecaneg a maeth wrth ennill cymwysterau CIMSPA a gydnabyddir gan y diwydiant. Gyda chanlyniadau graddedigion cryf a chyfleoedd lleoliad gwaith, myfyrwyr yn barod am rolau ym meysydd hyfforddi perfformiad, ffisioleg ymarfer corff, seicoleg chwaraeon, a mwy.

⭐️Meet the USW Sport courses⭐️

•BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy•

Taught by experienced professionals in state-of-the-art facilities, our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy course at the University of South Wales is designed to equip students with hands-on experience and expert knowledge in injury management, rehabilitation, and prevention. Students benefit from industry placements from year one, and gain accredited qualifications, including CIMSPA Level 2 & 3. This course provides the opportunity for students to thrive- the opportunities are endless!

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Wedi’i addysgu gan weithwyr proffesiynol profiadol mewn cyfleusterau o’r radd flaenaf, mae ein cwrs BSc (Anrh) Therapi Chwaraeon ac Ymarfer Corff ym Mhrifysgol De Cymru wedi’i gynllunio i baratoi myfyrwyr â phrofiad ymarferol a gwybodaeth arbenigol mewn atal, adsefydlu a rheoli anafiadau. Mae myfyrwyr yn elwa o leoliadau gwaith yn y diwydiant o’r flwyddyn gyntaf, ac yn ennill cymwysterau achrededig, gan gynnwys CIMSPA Lefel 2 a 3. Mae’r cwrs hwn yn rhoi cyfle i fyfyrwyr ffynnu - mae’r cyfleoedd yn ddiddiwedd!