Birmingham City University

BSc Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year

Birmingham City University

Course overview

The BSc Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University is a full-time programme designed to introduce you to the core science behind sport and exercise, with a foundation year to build your academic skills. After the foundation year, you transition directly into the full honours degree equipped with real-world skills and professional links.

You’ll learn how physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, and psychology apply to athlete performance, health, and well-being. The course uses industry standards and is endorsed by the British Association for Sport and Exercise Science (BASES), ensuring up‑to‑date content and professional relevance.

This programme emphasises hands-on learning and teamwork. You’ll take part in live case studies, lab work, and optional work placements with partners like Warwickshire Cricket Club and Sport Birmingham. Facilities include biomechanics and physiology labs, a sports therapy clinic, a nutrition kitchen, a performance analysis space, and training at the Alexander Stadium.

Entry requirements

Here are the entry requirements to study BSc Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University:

 

Grade Requirements

  • As an applicant, you need 80 UCAS points from 3 A-Levels (CDD) in the required subjects. You may submit equivalent qualifications such as BTEC and others.
  • As an international applicant, you may tender an International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points overall.

English Proficiency 

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Accelerate Scholarship

    If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.

    Up to £1,000

  • Bowater Financial Assistance Award

  • Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • International Postgraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.

    Up to £3,000

  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarship

    Enhanced performance support funding.

  • The High Achievers' Scholarship

    You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Here are some of the career options you have with a BSc Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year from Birmingham City University:

  • Sports Scientist
  • Exercise Physiologist
  • Performance Analyst
  • Health and Wellness Coach
  • Rehabilitation Assistant
  • Fitness Consultant

Cost of study

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) to study BSc Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University is £17,690. However, personal study materials, field trips and other expenses are not included.

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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