Sport, Health and Exercise (Progression Route) BSc (Hons)

This course is designed for those who are committed to sport, health and exercise and have a passion to make a positive contribution to the health and lifestyle of their local community. Lecturers offer in-depth vocational expertise from the public and private sectors, as well as research interests in strength, conditioning and exercise, the social and contemporary issues in sport, fitness, health and exercise, and psychology and dance sciences. <br/><br/>The progression year allows holders of appropriate Foundation degrees to achieve a full BSc (Hons) degree. Students continue to apply the themes of developing transferrable skills and academic knowledge whilst demonstrating greater levels of autonomy. The course offers innovative and varied modules including: physical performance science; functional movement education; wider determinants of health; sustainable professional practice and a dissertation. It is intended that the skills and knowledge developed on these modules can be applied to a wide range of sectors including the general population and athletes. Students will be encouraged to consider all individuals to be occupational athletes and assess the impact of their occupation on their health.<br/><br/>Students are able to take advantage of the excellent facilities on campus including a modern gym, sports hall, exercise referral suite and well-being facilities. Students also benefit from excellent links with industry, such as East Coast Community Health Care, Lowestoft and Yarmouth RUFC, Sentinel Leisure Trust, Health Professionals, other local sports teams and health partnerships.<br/><br/>Whist this is a full-time course, typically this course generally only requires 1-2 days on campus attendance, supported by self-directed study. This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments.. This programme is not open to students requiring a Student visa to study in the UK.<br/><br/>Graduates will have developed knowledge of sport, exercise, health, fitness training, and sports development, and will be better placed for professional employment and career development in any of the following roles:<br/>Community Health Care<br/>Fitness Entrepreneurs<br/>Fitness Managers<br/>PE Teachers<br/>Sports Therapists<br/>Personal Trainers<br/>Fire Fighters<br/>Graduates may wish to go onto further studies, for example a Masters Degree in Physiotherapy.

The University of Suffolk is modern, bold, and committed to making a difference.<br/><br/>From placements and live projects to industry-standard facilities, you’ll gain hands-on experience that sets you apart. <br/><br/>Smaller class sizes mean you’ll get to know your lecturers, collaborate closely with your peers, and build the confidence to thrive — all part of why we’re ranked 4th in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025).<br/><br/>Located in Ipswich on the beautiful Suffolk coast, Suffolk offers a welcoming campus with lower living costs and strong career connections to London and beyond.<br/><br/>Apply through Clearing and get closer to your future.