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Undergraduate Courses

Health and Sport Science - Undergraduate

Make a valuable contribution to the wellbeing of our society through a career in health and sport science.

We deliver high quality undergraduate programmes in health and sports science, which promote hands-on, practical learning. Embark on a rewarding career by undertaking one of our industry-focused courses.

  • 1st in the UK for Physiotherapy (Guardian University Guide 2026).
  • Joint 1st in the UK for Career Prospects in Nursing (Guardian University Guide 2026).
  • 2nd in Scotland for Career Prospects in Sport Science (Guardian University Guide 2026).

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Studying Applied Sport and Exercise Science at Robert Gordon University will give you the confidence and ability to succeed in the sport and exercise industry. This course is based on the sciences that underpin human performance in a variety of areas from competitive sport to general health.

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This BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing course is designed to prepare our future nurses to thrive within today’s health and social care services by providing you with the skills, knowledge and critical ability to provide person-centred care. The course follows the structure of the BSc Nursing (Adult) course with the addition of a fourth year at honours level.

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The BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching degree it designed for those who wish to progress from HND study in sport coaching or a related area. It provides a grounding in theoretical and practical areas of contemporary coaching using an applied approach to provide you with the skills to become an evidence-based practitioner.

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The Healthcare Practice course is designed for health professionals holding Diploma level qualifications including nurses, midwives and allied healthcare professionals. You should be on a professional healthcare register. The course is shaped to recognise your practice experience and will support you on your journey to gain a degree.

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The BSc Midwifery course will prepare you to provide skilled, knowledgeable and compassionate care to women, newborn infants and their families as a qualified midwife. Midwives work across the continuum from pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, labour and birth, postpartum and early weeks of newborn infants’ life.

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At Robert Gordon University, the BSc Adult Nursing course will provide you with the capabilities to support the health and wellbeing of adults in a variety of contexts including hospital and home settings. You will be proficient in delivering compassionate care to adults who are experiencing acute/long-term illnesses and injury.

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The BSc Children and Young People (CYP) Nursing course will prepare you for providing holistic care across a variety or healthcare and social settings. As a qualified nurse you will work in partnership with children, young people under the age of 16 years old, and their families to improve and support their health and wellbeing.

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The BSc Mental Health Nursing course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to understand and respond to often complex challenges experienced by individuals which can impact on their physical, mental and social wellbeing. The course is designed to ensure that you feel confident addressing a range of healthcare needs.

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Delivered online, this BSc Occupational Health course at Robert Gordon University is aimed at health professionals working or aspiring to work in occupational health. It is designed to provide a clear skill set from an educational programme; the course focuses on achieving standards of expertise sufficient for safe and effective occupational health practice.

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Developed in response to an increase in learning and training requirements for paramedics, the Paramedic Practice course at Robert Gordon University is delivered in collaboration with the Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) and regional territorial health boards. You will learn the necessary skills that are in demand now and in the future, within unique remote and rural placement locations.

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The DipHE Developing Support Worker Practice focuses on developing practice to enhance the health, wellness and quality of life for individuals and communities.

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The innovative integrated Master of Nutrition and Dietetics course at Robert Gordon University will develop your research, leadership and service evaluation skills to take you confidently into the changing healthcare landscape.

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The Diagnostic Radiography course at Robert Gordon University will give you the in-depth knowledge, clinical practice and interprofessional learning experience providing you with a strong foundation to start your career within the health service.

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This Master of Occupational Therapy course at Robert Gordon University will provide you with the skills to make a difference. As an occupational therapist you will engage in a variety of ways with individuals, groups and communities, using your unique occupational therapy skills to enable people to overcome challenges and participate more fully in daily occupations.

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This practically applied Master of Physiotherapy course at Robert Gordon University will enable you to analyse and evaluate your practice as you effectively assess and treat a wide variety of patients, with competencies beyond those expected of a graduate.