Sport and Exercise Science (with Foundation Year)

Our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (with Foundation Year) provides an alternative route into undergraduate study. This is ideal if, for example, you do not have the necessary qualifications or cannot meet the entry requirements to begin your studies on the standard three-year degree course.

The additional foundation year helps you better prepare for science-based degree-level study. On successful completion, you can either progress to the first year of the sport and exercise science degree or switch to a different specialist sport science degree.

As well as a solid grounding in essential biology, maths, and computer science, you’ll get a taste of what learning is like at this higher level. Under the supervision of one of our academics, for example, you’ll plan and conduct research on a relevant topic – developing the same research skills you will need to complete your undergraduate dissertation or research project.

A big advantage of this integrated four-year programme is the flexibility in the choices available once you successfully complete the Foundation Year. Depending on your interests and career ambitions at this stage, it allows you to progress to Year 1 of BSc Sport and Exercise Science

An ideal location to study sport, North Wales offers a full range of outdoor pursuits, such as hiking, canoeing, climbing, and extreme sports like white water rafting, mountain biking, zip lining and caving.

You’ll be taught by staff who are recognised internationally for their cutting-edge scientific research. Our staff are also applied practitioners and they will share their experiences of working as sport and exercise scientists in high-profile organizations (e.g., NHS, military, UK Sport, Sport Wales, Premier League football teams, England and Wales Cricket Board) and with world-leading athletes and teams. North Wales offers a stunning natural environment for your studies, and our department, which was established in 1978, is proud to call itself one of the original and longest serving Sport and Exercise Science providers in the world.

Make lifelong friends and build a future you can be proud of at Bangor University.

You’ll benefit from high quality teaching, expert support and a friendly learning environment at a top 20 UK university (Uni Compare Rankings 2027), while gaining real world experience through work placements and opportunities to study abroad. With accommodation guaranteed for all Clearing applicants, you can settle in quickly and start making the most of university life from day one.

Bangor’s stunning campus and close knit community make it easy to feel at home. Meet friends at Bar Uno, Pontio or Barlows, stay active at Brailsford Sports Centre, or learn in specialist facilities including a Natural History Museum, Botanic Garden, research ship, replica courtroom and fully equipped media centre.

Set between the mountains and the sea, with excellent transport links and a low cost of living, Bangor offers an outstanding student experience where you can belong, grow in confidence and shape your future. It’s time to make Bangor your new home!