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Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Why choose this course\
Study a hands-on curriculum recognised by the [Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES)](https://www.cases.org.uk/) for providing all the skills and knowledge you need to enter the profession.
* Gain industry experience through our [Professional Training placements scheme](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/professional-training-placements) and spend up to a year working for an employer such as a sports club, performance laboratory or nutrition company.
* Learn in a range of fa...
Why choose this course\
Study a hands-on curriculum recognised by the [Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES)](https://www.cases.org.uk/) for providing all the skills and knowledge you need to enter the profession.
* Gain industry experience through our [Professional Training placements scheme](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/professional-training-placements) and spend up to a year working for an employer such as a sports club, performance laboratory or nutrition company.
* Learn in a range of facilities including our human movement lab, exercise physiology lab, strength and conditioning suite, and [Surrey Sports Park](https://surreysportspark.co.uk/) – a hub for elite athletes and sports teams.
* Complete nationally recognised gym instructor and personal training qualifications as part of your course, without any extra cost.
* Apply for one of our [sports scholarships](https://www.teamsurrey.co.uk/scholarships-and-bursaries), designed for individuals with exceptional sporting ability, to help support your studies.
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What you will study\
In your first year, you’ll study topics including anatomy, biochemistry, fitness and health, physiology, kinesiology, and skills acquisition, ensuring you have a solid foundation upon which to build the rest of your degree.
During your second year, you’ll apply your knowledge in a sporting context, incorporating perspectives from physiology, nutrition, psychology, biomechanics and management, with the opportunity for interdisciplinary application and the development of discipline-specific practical skills.
In your third year, you’ll select two optional modules, exploring topics such as advances in nutrition, biological rhythms, exercise referrals and prescriptions, and human movement and rehabilitation.
You’ll also complete a research project, bringing together all the practical, analytical and presentation skills you’ve developed. Current projects include:
* The impact of the menstrual cycle on strength and power: both perceived and measurable
* Insect vs animal protein for building muscle mass
* Exploring cultural variations in team preferences: A mixed-methods study of British, Singaporean, and Japanese athletes.
Foundation courses\
A foundation year can develop your skills and make it easier to get started at university. It is an extra year of study at the start of your course that leads in to a full degree programme. Foundation courses are a great option if:
* You don’t have the grades for a full degree course.
* You have non-traditional qualifications or experience.
* You’re starting university after some time away from education.
* You’re looking for more support during the transition into university study.
Life as a foundation year student\
During a foundation year, you’ll learn about your chosen subject, develop your study skills and get used to university life. On successful completion of your foundation year, you’ll be ready to progress to the first year of your degree course.
As a foundation year student, you’ll be a full student of the University and part of our community. You’ll have access to all our campus facilities and support.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Stag Hill
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A52-F55
Institution Code
S85
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
A level
Overall: CCC We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers. Required subjects: a science subject. Students not taking a science A-level but are performance athletes, as identified by the Team Surrey coaching team can be considered for Sports and Exercise Science with Foundation Year BSc. If you are an athlete competing at a national or international level, please contact performance@teamsurrey.co.uk to discuss whether you would qualify.
T Level
Overall: Pass Required subjects: Science. GCSE or equivalent: English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 (C).
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Overall: BBBCC Required subjects: A science subject. Students not taking a Scottish Higher in a science subject but are performance athletes, as identified by the Team Surrey coaching team can be considered for Sports and Exercise Science with Foundation Year BSc. If you are an athlete competing at a national or international level, please contact performance@teamsurrey.co.uk to discuss whether you would qualify. GCSE or Equivalent: Scottish National 5: English Language and Mathematics grade C
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 21.0, offer-merit: 3.0, offer-pass: 21.0
Overall: QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall including 21 at Distinction, 3 at Merit and and 21 at Pass Required subjects: Modules must be in relevant subjects. Access content will be assessed by Faculty. GCSE or Equivalent: Inclusion of GCSE English and Mathematics equivalent within Access programme
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English and Mathematics grade C (4) (or equivalents may be considered).
Scottish Advanced Higher
Overall: CCC Required subjects: A science subject. GCSE or Equivalent: Scottish National 5: English Language and Mathematics grade C
Extended Project
Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A-level offer for this programme, plus an alternate offer of one A-level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects. Applicants can only receive one grade reduction from the published grades, an EPQ grade reduction can’t be applied in addition to other grade reductions made through other schemes such as Contextual Admissions or In2Surrey.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Overall: 29 Required subjects: a science subject HL4/SL6. GCSE or Equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6 and Mathematics (either course) HL4/SL4.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Overall: Pass overall with CCC from a combination of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and two A-levels. Applicants taking an A level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element. Required subjects: An A-level in a science subject. Students not taking a science A-level but are performance athletes, as identified by the Team Surrey coaching team can be considered for Sports and Exercise Science with Foundation Year BSc. If you are an athlete competing at a national or international level, please contact performance@teamsurrey.co.uk to discuss whether you would qualify. A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. GCSE or equivalent: English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 (C).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Overall: MMM in Applied Science. Required subjects: Please contact us to discuss suitability. Students not taking BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science but are performance athletes, as identified by the Team Surrey coaching team can be considered for Sports and Exercise Science with Foundation Year BSc. If you are an athlete competing at a national or international level, please contact performance@teamsurrey.co.uk to discuss whether you would qualify.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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