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Sports and Exercise Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Sports and Exercise Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons)
Our BSc Sports and Exercise Science (including foundation year) will be suitable for you if your academic qualifications do not yet meet our entrance requirements for the three-year version of this course, and you want a programme that increases your subject knowledge, as well as improves your skills to support your academic performance.
This four-year course includes a foundation year (Year Zero), followed by a further three years of study. During your Year Zero, you study three academic subjects relevant to your chosen course as well as a compulsory academic skills module...
Our BSc Sports and Exercise Science (including foundation year) will be suitable for you if your academic qualifications do not yet meet our entrance requirements for the three-year version of this course, and you want a programme that increases your subject knowledge, as well as improves your skills to support your academic performance.<br/><br/>This four-year course includes a foundation year (Year Zero), followed by a further three years of study. During your Year Zero, you study three academic subjects relevant to your chosen course as well as a compulsory academic skills module, with additional English language for non-English speakers.<br/><br/>After successful completion of Year Zero in our Essex Pathways Department, you progress to complete your course with our School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences.<br/><br/>Studying sports and exercise science with a science-based approach will help you to understand the physiology, biomechanics and psychology of sport, exercise and physical activity.<br/><br/>**You study topics including:**<br/><br/><br/>- How and why different energy systems are deployed at different exercise intensities<br/><br/><br/>- How the principles of mechanics determine the flight of a javelin<br/><br/><br/>- How mind and body interact to influence performance<br/><br/><br/>- How exercise can reduce the risk of getting cancer<br/><br/><br/>- How the body responds and adapts to exercise<br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Colchester Campus
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
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Codes/info
Course Code
C611
Institution Code
E70
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff72 To include 2 full A-levels (or equivalent), one of which must be in a Science or Mathematics. For this course we require either Level 3 (i.e. A-level, BTEC, etc.) scientific study. Considered science subjects from all qualifications include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Maths, Geography, Sports Science and Applied Science. or Two GCSEs from Chemistry, Physics, and Biology at grade B/6 (or equivalent). Other science-related GCSE subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis. All applicants must also hold GCSE Maths and Science at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent). We may be able to consider a pass in an OFQUAL regulated Level 2 Functional Skills Maths where you cannot meet the requirements for Maths at GCSE level. However, you are advised to try to retake GCSE Mathematics if possible as this will better prepare you for university study and future employment. Access to HE DiplomaP:45 We will consider science based Access to Higher Education Diplomas. Advice can be provided on an individual basis. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme24 Including Standard Level Mathematics or Maths Studies grade 4 or above (if not taken at Higher Level). Maths in the IB is not required if you have already achieved GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above or 4 in IB Middle Years Maths. To include Maths and Science. One of these needs to be at Higher Level grade 3, and the other to be at least Standard Level grade 4. We will accept GCSE Maths or Science grade C/4 or 4 in IB Middle Years Maths or Science in place of Maths or Science Standard Level grade 4 in the IB Diploma. We are happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMP In a science subject. Advice can be provided on an individual basis. A levelD,D,D Including a science subject. |
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £20,500 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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