Strength and Conditioning BSc (Hons)
University of BedfordshireBedford Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
This innovative course is designed for those who want to train athletes to maximise their physical potential and improve their performance. You learn from leading professionals who teach you the skills you need to be a confident and well-informed strength and conditioning coach, while covering a wide range of sports science disciplines including anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, sport psychology and nutrition. It is also one of the only courses in the UK to offer around £10,000-worth of additional qualifications at no extra cost.
The course is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), allowing you to gain additional qualifications in gym instructor; personal trainer; working with people with long-term conditions; S&C trainer; and graduate S&C coach. Once you complete your degree, you can apply for professional accreditation with the UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA).
Key highlights
- Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity
- Around £10,000-worth of additional qualifications included at no extra cost
- Extra qualifications include gym instructor, personal trainer and S&C trainer
- Covers anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, sport psychology and nutrition
- Graduates can apply for UK Strength and Conditioning Association accreditation
- Taught by leading professionals in strength and conditioning
Entry requirements
- Additional condition: dbs_check — 104 UCAS tariff points including 80 from at least 3 A-levels or equivalentAn Enhanced DBS check is required
- UCAS tariff points: 104 — 104 UCAS tariff points including 80 from at least 3 A-levels or equivalentAn Enhanced DBS check is required
Scholarships
A level and IB Scholarship for International Students
Our A level and IB scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Advanced Placement (AP) Merit Scholarship
Our AP Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Hong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) Merit Scholarship
Our HKDSE Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000International Foundation Year Scholarship
Our International Foundation Year Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000International Undergraduate Subject-specific scholarships
Our International Undergraduate subject-specific scholarships are worth up to £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Personal trainer
- Gym instructor
- Sports scientist
- Exercise referral instructor
- Athletic performance coach
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £16,800 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 University of Bedfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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