Alumni Story: Spotlight on Ben Samways

HSU graduate Ben Samways studied BSc (Hons) Sport, Exercise and Health Science before progressing into strength and conditioning with an MSc at Bournemouth University. Alongside Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer qualifications, Ben has worked with UKSCA-qualified coaches and athletic development teams at leading schools including Taunton, Canford and Pangbourne.

What I do/did at HSU…

I studied the BSc (Hons) Sport, Exercise and Health Science. This was a full-time course which took place over three years (2020-2023).

Where (else) I studied/qualified…

I have since completed an MSc in Strength and Conditioning at Bournemouth University. I have also gained qualifications as a Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer.

I have worked with…

I have worked with multiple UKSCA qualified coaches and Heads of Athletic Development at some of the top independent schools in the country including Taunton, Canford and Pangbourne.

What has helped me most…

The chance to perform and lead multiple physiological tests supported knowledge and laboratories during my MSc and understanding the theory underpinning the tests