FdSc Sport, Health and Exercise
Course overview
The FdSc Sport, Health, and Exercise at the University of Suffolk is designed to produce skilled workers in the health, lifestyle, and fitness industries. The course mixes theoretical, practical, and guided education to help students sharpen their acquired skills.
During this programme, students will understand how to produce a range of documents, analyse and produce information, and solve problems independently. Essentially, by graduation, they will be ready to prescribe suitable exercises to align with the health and fitness needs of the individual.
For this programme, teaching happens through studio practice, workshops, lectures, seminars, and regular design critiques. Assessment occurs through examinations, written reports, and laboratory papers, as well as practical assessments.
Some of the core modules of this 2-year course include exercise prescription and testing, personal development, etc. The FdSc Sport, Health, and Exercise at the University of Suffolk allows for other commitments with its one- or two-day on-campus sessions.
Entry requirements
Applicants to the FdSc Sport, Health, and Exercise programme at the University of Suffolk are required to submit a personal statement that highlights the reasons for their interests, alongside their academic documents and credible references.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants must have a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points, which can be accumulated from level 3 qualifications (A-level, BTEC, IB, etc.).
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For an A-level qualification, the minimum grade is CDD (3 relevant subjects), while an “MMP” grade is acceptable for the BTECs.
English Proficiency:
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Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.5. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
With an FdSc in Sport, Health and Exercise from the University of Suffolk, students can pursue a career in business as
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Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer
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Sports Development Officer
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Health Promotion Officer
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Rehabilitation/Exercise Therapy Assistant
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Physical Activity Coordinator
Cost of study
The tuition fee for an FdSc Sport, Health, and Exercise at the University of Suffolk is £16,440 per year for the full-time option.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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