BSc Sport Exercise Science with Foundation Year

This Canterbury Christ Church University BSc Sport & Exercise Science with Foundation offers students a pathway into the scientific study of sport and exercise. The inter-disciplinary course structure is designed to prepare students for various sectors, including areas such as biomechanics, nutrition, and sport psychology, by building a strong academic foundation.

This course provides a grasp of exercise science fundamentals, concentrating on psychology, biomechanics, sociology, and physiology, ensuring that students acquire the necessary knowledge before focusing on a specific area in the final year. Adopting this multi-functional approach, students become trained in several skills, including research methods, client interaction, and understanding the complex factors in exercise science.

For over 50 years, Canterbury Christ Church University has provided comprehensive academic and professional education to students across the globe. The university believes in higher education’s ability to enrich and change lives, demonstrated by its strong graduate employment rates and a research community that is recognised internationally.

The university provides more than 80 single honours courses at the undergraduate level, some with an integrated foundation year, along with several postgraduate programmes. Students can access modern facilities, including excellent libraries, study spaces, IT resources, and specialised simulation suites. These resources all work together to create a supportive learning environment and improve future career opportunities.

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 regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

• Applicants need A Levels (DDE), BTEC (MPP), T Levels, or International Baccalaureate for entry into this programme. 
• The university also accepts other equivalent A-level international qualifications.

English Proficiency: 

• For applicants whose primary language is not English, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall is required, with no component scoring below 5.5. 
• The university accepts other equivalent English language test scores, like PTE and TOEFL.

The annual tuition fee for international students taking the BSc Sport & Exercise Science with Foundation at Canterbury Christ Church University is £15,500.

There are many different scholarships and bursary opportunities at Canterbury Christ Church University to help students succeed in their studies. Both undergraduate and postgraduate students can benefit from these awards. Depending on individual circumstances and chosen subject, various types of support are available, including the Academic Excellence Scholarship, Bell Scholarship, and International Student Scholarship.

Graduates in this field commonly pursue roles in:

• Sports Coaching
• Exercise Physiology
• Strength and Conditioning
• Sports Development
• Health Promotion
• Fitness Instruction

To apply for the BSc Sport & Exercise Science with Foundation Year programme, prospective students should use UCAS. Please speak to our counsellors at AHZ for help.