Ulster University

Sport and Exercise Nutrition BSc (Hons)

Ulster UniversityColeraine, United Kingdom

Course overview

Sport and exercise nutrition focuses on the use of food and nutrition to improve a persons sports performance, fitness, and overall health.

Key highlights

  • Uses food and nutrition to improve sports performance
  • Covers nutrition for fitness and overall health

Entry requirements

  • A-level: CCC — to include Essential Subjects - at least one subject from: Nutrition and Food Science Biology Chemistry Maths Physics Environmental Technology PE (only when accompanied by AS level in Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Biology - Grade C or above) Life & Health Sciences (only when accompanied by AS level in Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Biology - Grade C or above) Provided the above subject requirement is met you can substitute a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University for one of the A level grades
  • BTEC — Essential Subjects (You will need one of the following): Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extende…
  • Irish Leaving Certificate: 96 — 96 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level; Essential Subjects - H3 in one of the following: Biology Chemistry Home Economics Maths Physics If Maths or Chemistry are not passed at H3, as they are required for prior learning, a minimum grade of H6/O4 is required in addition to a H3 in one of the other subjects listed above. To include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level. For candidates who do not have ILC Chemistry, there may be the possibility to undertake a module in late August/early September to meet this competency standard. Further information will be provided as part of any offer
  • Access to HE Diploma — Access Course - NI/ROI: Overall profile of 55% (120-credit Access Course; Only science-based programmes are accepted

Scholarships

  • Asylum Seekers Scholarship

  • Choice Scholarships

    The Choice Scholarships will support up to 15 students who face barriers to participating in higher education by providing financial assistance of £1,500 to three students per year for the lifetime of the project.

    Up to £1,500
  • International Undergraduate Scholarship

    £2,000 scholarship applied as discount to your annual tuition fee.

    Up to £2,000
  • Richard K. Degenhardt Belleek Collectors' Scholarships

    Selected scholars will receive financial support to undertake further specialist research in their area of expertise.

  • The Talented Athlete Entry Scheme

    Please contact the provider.

  • University of the Year Dean’s Scholarship

    £1,500 tuition fee discount - on top of our existing £2,000 International Scholarship - that’s a total reduction of £3,500 towards your studies. £2,200 scholarship -this brings your total possible reduction to £4,200.

Careers this course leads to

  • Sports nutritionist
  • Performance nutritionist
  • Exercise and health practitioner
  • Nutrition advisor
  • Health improvement practitioner

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,490

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Ulster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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