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Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

University of Derby

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

This degree offers you the chance to strengthen your skills, knowledge and confidence before you advance to stage one of your honours degree.

Our foundation year will help you hit the ground running if you want to gain a respected honours degree in Sport and Exercise Science.

  • Choose a four-year course featuring a foundation year for a strong start to your University of Derby studies
  • Fulfil your ambition and potential: the foundation year is a smart move if you are planning a career change or are keen to explore a new subject area
  • Explore the roles of biomechanics, physiology and psychology in sport performance
  • Indulge your passion for sport in our superb new 拢10.8 million Sports Centre
  • Become skilled with the latest technology via our High Performance Resistance Training Facility, VICON 3D motion capture system and breath-by-breath analysis system
  • Gain vital experience by applying for placements or internships: our students have worked with organisations like Derby County FC, Derbyshire County Cricket Club and Burton Albion FC
  • Work alongside renowned sports scientists who are actively involved in research and consultancy
  • Take the opportunity to achieve extra professional qualifications such as National Governing Body coaching awards

This is a challenging and action-packed course for anyone with a keen interest in the science behind sport and exercise.

How you will learn

We take pride in the teaching and learning experience of our students. You鈥檒l learn through lectures, practicals, and seminars, all of which take place at our Kedleston Road site.

Assessment

We have received particular praise from external reviewers on our innovative use of practical assessments, which take place in our new specialised facilities. These are carried out alongside written coursework, verbal presentations, and examination-style assessments to create a well-balanced assessment portfolio.

Careers

As a Sport and Exercise Science graduate, you can look forward to a fulfilling career. Our recent graduates are now succeeding in roles such as sports coach, performance analyst, physiotherapy assistant, health advisor and cardiac physiologist assistant.

Alongside your subject-specific knowledge, you will graduate with high-level skills in communication, problem-solving, research and presentation to help set you apart in the competitive graduate job market.

If you鈥檙e interested in postgraduate study, you don鈥檛 have to leave Derby to realise your ambitions. We now offer the MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science 鈥� which includes Sport and Exercise Psychology or Physiology pathways 鈥� where you can develop advanced knowledge in your subject. This course features the chance to foster your teaching abilities and could even put you on the pathway to PhD studies.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 14,900per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

University of Derby

University of Derby

University of Derby

  • University League Table

    95th

  • Campus address

    University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby, Derby, DE22 1GB, England

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The University of Derby has a diverse community of more than 2,000 students from more than 100 countries, studying at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
The International Student Hub offers extraordinary support during their studies.
Dedicated recruitment officers and university representatives travel to meet students in their home country to share information and insights on life in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sports Science

    66th out of 86 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    129 61%

    53rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    70th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 80%

    30th

    8

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