BSc Sport and Exercise Science with a Year in Industry
Course overview
The BSc Sport and Exercise Science with a Year in Industry at the University of Kent is a four-year degree that looks closely at the science of human movement and exercise. It includes a required year working in industry as part of the course. Students learn about key science areas like physiology (how the body works), biomechanics (how people move), and psychology (the mind). The course aims to give students skills to help top athletes improve or to make the general public healthier.
Students will learn through methods such as lectures, seminars, and practical laboratory sessions using high-quality equipment. The third year is spent working in a professional sports or health environment, which helps students gain hands-on experience and a competitive edge for future employment. The course is professionally recognised by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information about their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants usually need between 96 and 112 UCAS Tariff points from their qualifications. This is typically achieved with A-level grades of BCC to CCC, or a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM.
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Applicants must also have achieved a grade C or 4 in GCSE Mathematics and English Language, or an equivalent qualification.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants from countries where English is not the main language need to show a minimum standard of English ability.
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This is commonly proved by achieving an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS test, with no score below 5.5 in any section. Other recognised English language test scores are also accepted for admission
Scholarships
Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship
Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates
Scholarship value - £5,000
Up to £5,000KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).
KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Kingsman Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship
£1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.
Up to £1,500Music Performance Scholarship
£1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.
Up to £1,000Sanctuary Scholarships
Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.
Career opportunities
The major careers for graduates of BSc Sport and Exercise Science with a Foundation Year at the University of Kent are:
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Exercise Physiologist
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Sports Coach, Instructor, or Official
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Sports Therapist/Rehabilitator
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Physical Education (PE) Teacher
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Performance Analyst
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students on this BSc Sport and Exercise Science with a Year in Industry in the University of Kent is £23,500.
Admission
Applications for this course are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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