Apply the cutting edge science of sport and exercise to real-world situations, from improving the performance of athletes to optimising health and wellbeing in diverse populations.
Investigate the scientific methodologies and theories of sport and exercise science
Promote exercise, inclusion and positive behaviours for better overall health
Enhance your practical and lab skills in physiology, psychology, biomechanics and nutrition
Work with renowned sports organisations and elite clubs to enhance athletic performance
Stand out by applying your learning to work experience opportunities and live projects

Join us to enhance your scientific and analytical understanding of sport and exercise – ultimately aiming to improve both performance and health.

You’ll explore a wide range of captivating topics – from anatomy and biomechanics to physiology, psychology and nutrition.

The foundation year is suitable either if you don’t meet the entry requirements for the degree, or if you’d like further preparation before you start. You’ll gain the knowledge and confidence you need to progress onto the course.

Work placements

You’ll have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. 

Previous students have worked as strength and conditioning coaches, applied sports scientists, cardiac rehabilitation assistants, physical activity referral specialists and as a performance analyst for a professional sports team. Many of our students choose to complete their placement abroad, at a range of sporting organisations around the world.

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

In your foundation year, you will study 4 modules that have been specially designed to prepare you for the degree pathway in your chosen area. The assessments for the course have also been designed with flexibility in mind and allow you to complete assessments on topics that you are interested in and relate closely to your chosen degree pathway.

The course is specifically designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and attributes you’ll need for a professional career within sport or the wider employment sector.

There are also opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner universities – with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus+ programme (until 2023) or the Turing Scheme.

You learn through

• lectures
• seminars
• tutorials
• project supervision
• demonstration
• practical classes and workshops
• workshop or studio time
• field trips
• external visits

This course prepares you for a career in

• applied sports science
• strength and conditioning coaching
• performance analysis
• exercise referral

 

UCAS points

• 64

This must include at least 24 (Grade D) from one A level or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. For example:

• DDE at A Level.
• MPP in BTEC Extended Diploma.
• A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels and EPQ.

You can find information on making sense of UCAS tariff points here and use the UCAS tariff calculator to work out your points.

GCSE

• English Language at grade C or 4 or equivalent
• Maths at grade C or 4 or equivalent
• Science at grade C or 4 or equivalent

• Access - an Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course in a science based subject. Normally we require 15 credits at level 2 and 45 at level 3

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 or above, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.

If you do not have any of the qualifications above but have relevant experience you are welcome to discuss potential opportunities with the admissions tutor.

Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

Important notice:

The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page.

You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information.

Year 1 Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Foundations Of Sport And Physical Activity	60	Coursework
Introduction To Investigating Contemporary Issues In Sport And Physical Activity	60	Coursework Practical

 

Year 2 Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Coaching Sport And Physical Activity	20	Coursework
Scientific Principles For Health	40	Coursework Practical
Scientific Principles For Sport	40	Coursework Practical
The Impact Of Sport And Physical Activity	20	Coursework

 

 

Year 3 Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Applied Sport And Exercise Science	40	Courseworkl Practical
Multidisciplinary Approaches To Sport And Exercise	40	Coursework
Optimising Wellbeing	20	Coursework

 

Elective modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Alternative Physical Activities	20	Coursework
Analysis Of Sport And Games	20	Coursework
Event Management For Sport And Physical Activity	20	Coursework
Exercise Prescription For The Prevention Of Disease	20	Coursework
Sport As A Tool For Social Change	20	Coursework
Sports Club Development	20	Coursework
Sports Facility Management Simulation	20	Coursework
Technology For Sport And Physical Activity	20	Coursework
Testing And Analysis In Sport And Physical Activity	20	Coursework

 

Year 4 Optional modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Placement Year

 

Final Year Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Interdisciplinary Approaches To Sport And Exercise Science	40	Coursework Practical
Independent Project In Sport And Physical Activity	40	Coursework

 

Elective modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Approaches To Talent Development	20	Coursework
Coach Education And Development	20	Coursework
Economics And Finance Of Sport	20	Practical
Entrepreneurship And Innovation For Sport And Physical Activity	20	Coursework
Exercise Prescription For Long Term Conditions	20	Practical
Health Promotion	20	Coursework
Innovative Practical Pedagogy	20	Practical
Major Sport Events	20	Practical
Nutrition For Sport And Physical Activity	20	Coursework
Performance Analysis Of Sport	20	Practical
Programming And Prescription Of Training In Sport And Physical Activity	20	Practical
Sport And The Media	20	Practical
Sport, Brands And Culture	20	Practical
Sport Data Analytics	20	Coursework
Sport Injury	20	Coursework
Sport Journalism	20	Coursework
Teaching As A Profession	20	Practical