The Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) has published ‘A Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science 2026’. The guide is a resource designed to help prospective students, current undergraduates, graduates and professionals navigate the wide range of opportunities available within the sport and exercise science profession.
Drawing on advice from practitioners, researchers, lecturers, employers and students, the publication provides practical guidance on choosing courses, gaining experience and building a successful career in a sector with expanding opportunities across sport, health, fitness and rehabilitation.
For students currently deciding whether a university degree in sport and exercise science is right for them, the guide offers a clear overview of what the discipline involves, including its core foundations of biomechanics, physiology and psychology, and how these disciplines contribute to sport performance, health and wellbeing.
Readers will find valuable advice on:
- Entry requirements for university courses and alternative pathways into higher education.
- How to choose the right undergraduate programme and what questions to ask at open days.
- The benefits of studying on a CASES-endorsed course through the CASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (CUES).
- Opportunities for postgraduate study and professional development.