Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences FdSc
Course Overview - Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences FdSc
Course Information
Are you passionate about health, fitness, and performance? Our Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Sport, Exercise & Health Sciences provides the scientific knowledge, practical skills, and industry insight you need to succeed in the fast-growing health and fitness sector.
This two-year programme blends classroom learning with real-world experience, ensuring you graduate with both theoretical understanding and hands-on expertise. You’ll study key areas such as biomechanics, physiology, psychology, and health promotion, while developing profes...
<strong>Course Information</strong><br/>Are you passionate about health, fitness, and performance? Our Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Sport, Exercise & Health Sciences provides the scientific knowledge, practical skills, and industry insight you need to succeed in the fast-growing health and fitness sector.<br/><br/>This two-year programme blends classroom learning with real-world experience, ensuring you graduate with both theoretical understanding and hands-on expertise. You’ll study key areas such as biomechanics, physiology, psychology, and health promotion, while developing professional skills through work-based learning and industry-focused projects.<br/><br/>As part of the course, you’ll complete a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification, giving you the opportunity to gain paid work in gyms and fitness centres while you study. You’ll also receive ongoing support for additional CPD opportunities, helping you build a strong portfolio of qualifications and experience before graduation.<br/><br/>**Modules<br/>Year One**<br/>• Biomechanics<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Exercise & Health<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Interpersonal & Professional Skills<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Physiology of Exercise & Health<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Research Methods 1<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Sport and Exercise Psychology<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work-Based Learning 1<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Year Two</strong><br/>• Health Promotion, Lifestyle and Exercise<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Laboratory Skills<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Physical Activity in Special Populations<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Psychological Aspects<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Research Methods 2<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Self-Directed Work-Based Research Project<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work-Based Learning 2<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Key Features</strong><br/>• Hands-on, practical learning with access to specialist sports science equipment.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Completion of a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification as part of the course.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Opportunities for CPD and additional industry certifications.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Small group sizes for personalised support and mentorship.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Flexible learning that integrates work-based experience.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Progression route to a BSc (Hons) degree at the University of Chichester.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Validated by the University of Chichester</strong><br/>This programme is validated by the University of Chichester, ensuring high academic standards and excellent progression opportunities.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Worthing College
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
SP01
Institution Code
C57
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
80
144
Typically attained through one of the following; BTEC or GCE Advanced provision in Sport; Sport/Health related advanced Apprenticeship; NVQ 3 or Access Course. All students complete an Interview. A typical offer will include a relevant discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the subject.
Scottish Higher
C,C,C,D,D,D
All students complete an Interview. A typical offer will include a relevant discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the subject.
Access to HE Diploma
M:30,P:15
All students complete an Interview. A typical offer will include a relevant discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMP
DDD
All students complete an Interview. A typical offer will include a relevant discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the subject.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English, Maths and Science/Biology are required at grade C/4 or above.
A level
C,C,D
All students complete an Interview. A typical offer will include a relevant discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the subject.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £6,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |



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