London South Bank University

Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences with Foundation year

London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year provides students with an alternative route into the undergraduate degree programme if the entry requirements for the BSc cannot be met. The Foundation Year will develop academically confident “level 4 ready” students through the provision of a supportive learning environment at Foundation Level that nurtures the development of the theoretical knowledge, and academic and practical skills necessary to successfully study the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science degree. This 4-year course will develop both a detailed understanding of the subject areas that underpin sport and exercise performance and relevant employability skills and competencies through the embedding of a cohesive blend of professional and academic skills and the provision of career support.

There are also opportunities for volunteering and engaging in extra-curricular activities at university. Several of the modules in the foundation year are shared with other courses enabling you to learn about other subjects. If at the end of semester 1 you wish to change your specialism you can do so.

Why study

Sport and Exercise and Health Sciences at LSBU? link During your studies you can obtain professional qualifications to become a Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer heart During your studies you have the opportunity to be trained as a Sports Ambassador and earn money working in local sport community projects check-circle The course is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) smile The course is aligned to the standards of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) and you can gain coaching awards through Sports Coach UK and National Governing Bodies at LSBU Active futbol We’re ranked 1st among London moderns and 2nd in London for Overall Score (Complete University Guide 2022) heart We’re ranked joint 1st in the UK for Research Intensity in Sports Science (Complete University Guide 2022) Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method Full-time 4 years September C61F UCAS Course Accreditations CIMPSA Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU. Location Southwark Campus London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA. If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB).

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Key highlights

  • Gain Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer qualifications during your studies
  • Endorsed by CIMSPA and aligned to BASES standards
  • Train as a Sports Ambassador and earn on community sport projects
  • Gain coaching awards through Sports Coach UK and National Governing Bodies
  • Option to change specialism at the end of semester 1
  • Foundation modules shared with other courses, broadening your subject knowledge

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 64 — …normally need at least 1 A level in a science subject or a minimum of 64 UCAS points from an equivalent L3 qualification as follows: BTEC Subsidiary/National/BTEC Extended Diploma) but may not have achieved the appropria…

Scholarships

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000
  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000
  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Sport and exercise scientist
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness instructor
  • Sports coach
  • Sports development officer
  • Exercise and health practitioner

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,400 per year

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 London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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