BSc Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation year

The BSc Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year is a four-year, full-time course. It is made for students who do not quite meet the entry rules for the regular BSc degree. The first year, called the Foundation Year, offers a helpful learning space. It helps students build the scientific knowledge, study skills, and practical abilities they will need for their main degree. The course teaches a solid understanding of the scientific concepts that support sport and exercise performance, as well as useful skills for future employment.

Students in this course also have opportunities to volunteer and join in extra activities. Some parts of the foundation year are shared with other courses, and this means students might be able to change what they specialise in after the first few months. The course is approved by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) and meets the standards of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES). Students can also earn professional certificates, like becoming a Fitness Instructor or Personal Trainer, or get training to be Sports Ambassadors.

London South Bank University (LSBU) aims to be a lively and engaging place to learn. The university provides various support services to help students, including general assistance and practical advice for new or returning students. It also has a busy Students' Union. LSBU strongly focuses on research, with its degrees designed to help students become knowledgeable specialists.

The university links its study programmes with fun activities through LSBU Active. This offers sports facilities, clubs, leisure options, practical courses, and support for sports science. LSBU also provides many other courses for both undergraduate (first degree) and postgraduate (Master's or PhD) students.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement where they discuss their reasons for applying for the course. A relevant academic or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need at least one A-level in a science subject or a minimum of 64 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification (such as a BTEC Diploma).
• Applicants are also required to have English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C (grade 4) or above, or an equivalent qualification.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants whose first language is not English will need to demonstrate their English proficiency. Applicants also need to score 6.0 overall in IELTS Academic, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
• If applicants do not have the necessary English and Maths qualifications, partner colleges offer courses to help improve these skills

For international students, the annual tuition fee for this programme is £15,500.

London South Bank University (LSBU) offers various scholarships to help students with their fees. One key opportunity is the LSBU Active Sports Scholarship, designed for talented sportsmen and women. This scholarship provides financial support and other benefits to help them manage their sport alongside their studies. Applications for the 2025/26 academic year are open from July 1st to October 24th, and require a coach's reference and details of sporting achievements.

For international students, LSBU has several noteworthy scholarships. The International Merit Scholarships can reduce tuition fees by up to £4,000 for undergraduate students with excellent academic records. Additionally, the Global Success Scholarship offers up to £4,000, with Sport Science students specifically eligible for £2,000. Another option for international students demonstrating strong academic achievement is the Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award, which provides £2,000 for each academic year.

Beyond these, LSBU also provides important support bursaries for UK students who meet specific criteria, such as the Care Leaver Bursary, Estranged Students Bursary, and Young Adult Carers Award. There are also specific awards like the Lawrence Burrows Educational Trust Fund for students from West Indian or Asian backgrounds, and the LSBU Group Progression Award for students from South Bank Colleges. Furthermore, LSBU promotes external opportunities like the "Money for Books Scholarship" from The Scholarship Hub, which is open to all UK undergraduate students.

Graduates from this course can go on to work as:

• Personal Trainer
• Gym Instructor
• Sports Ambassador
• Sports Medicine/Therapy Professional
• Health and Wellbeing Promoter

Applications for the BSc Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year course, starting in September, are made through UCAS and also through the university's online form.  For help and more information, please contact AHZ's trained counsellors.