BSc (Hons)

Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year

  • Foundation Year – Build essential knowledge in human anatomy, physiology, fitness, and sports performance
  • Industry-aligned – Gain practical experience with modern training methods, performance analysis, and sports science tools
  • 3 flexible timetables – Face-to-face and online learning
  • City-centre campuses – London – Holborn, Kingsbury, Wembley, Southall
  • Strong career focus – Teaching focuses on industry needs.

KEY INFORMATION

Level Of Study

Undergraduate

Duration

3/4 Years

Intakes

October, January, May

Locations

London - Holborn, Kingsbury, Wembley, Southall

Study Mode

Blended Learning (1 day online & 1 day in class)

Entry Requirements

Apply without Previous Qualifications

*Please note yearly fees may increase in line with inflation & Government guidelines.

Modules
Career Progression

Modules Include :

Foundation Year:

  • Preparing for University Success
  • Exploring the Business Environment
  • Advancing your Academic Skills
  • Becoming an Effective Leader
  • Planning for Your Future Success
  • Investigation & Innovation Project

Year 1:

  • Introduction to Business Economics
  • Introduction to Finance
  • Financial Accounting
  • Introduction to Management Accounting
  • Quantitative Methods for Accounting and Finance
  • Introduction to Financial Technology

Year 2:

  • Financial Reporting
  • Financial Markets and Institutions
  • Performance Management
  • Corporate and Business Law
  • Security Analysis and Valuation
  • Applied Financial Skills

Year 3:

  • Corporate Financial Management
  • International Finance
  • Taxation
  • Audit and Assurance
  • Investment and Portfolio Management
  • Financial Management Project
A BSc in Accounting & Finance provides a strong foundation in financial reporting, analysis, and strategic decision-making, preparing graduates for leadership roles across various sectors. With experience and further professional qualifications, graduates can progress into the following senior-level positions:
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Finance Director
  • Financial Controller
  • Senior Finance Manager
  • Audit Director
  • Senior Audit Manager
  • Investment Manager
  • Risk and Compliance Lead
  • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Specialist

Build in-demand Sport and Exercise Science skills employers need

Build in-demand Sport and Exercise Science skills that employers value, including knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and exercise prescription. Develop a strong understanding of how the body responds to physical activity across health, fitness, and performance settings. Gain practical experience in fitness assessment, training programme design, and performance analysis using industry-relevant methods. These hands-on skills prepare you for careers in sports, health, rehabilitation, and exercise-based professions.

Why Choose a Career in Sports and Exercise Science?

A career in Business and Tourism Management offers exciting opportunities in one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-growing industries. It combines leadership, creativity, and strategic thinking, allowing you to work across international business, hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors. This field opens doors to diverse career paths, global mobility, and long-term growth. With transferable management and business skills, graduates are well-prepared for roles in tourism enterprises, multinational companies, and entrepreneurial ventures worldwide.

Do I Qualify?

Speak to one of our expert course advisors and find out if you are eligible in under 2 mins.

Why study a Sports and Exercise Scinence degree with a foundation year?

The foundation year has been designed for students who have decided to start a career or need extra support settling back into education. Learn flexibly with our three blended learning options delivered at our London – Holborn, Kingsbury, Wembley and Southall campuses, helping you to balance studies with work and life commitments.

Choose when you learn with blended learning

Blended learning is a mixture of face-to-face and online teaching, designed to help you balance your studies with work, family, or other responsibilities. We offer timetables for you to choose from in either London, Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds

Daytime students

2 days of tuition per week: one session on campus and the other session delivered live online

Evening and weekend students

2 evenings live online and 1 weekend day face-to-face on campus or 2 evenings face-to-face on campus and 1 weekend day live online.

Weekend students

Face-to-face sessions on Saturday and online sessions on Sunday

Frequently Asked Questions

A BSc Sport and Exercise Science degree in the UK can lead to careers as a Sports Scientist, Exercise Physiologist, Performance Analyst, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Biomechanist, Rehabilitation Specialist, or Health and Fitness Consultant. Graduates are employed in professional sport, health services, rehabilitation clinics, fitness organisations, and research institutions.

Yes — a sport and exercise science degree is worth it if you want a career in sport performance, health, fitness, and rehabilitation. The course develops knowledge in exercise physiology, biomechanics, and sports psychology, making graduates highly employable in both sports and healthcare industries.

The average sport and exercise science graduate salary in the UK starts between £22,000 and £28,000. With experience, careers such as Sports Scientist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, or Rehabilitation Specialist can earn £30,000 to £45,000, with senior roles in elite sport and research exceeding £50,000+.

Yes — many UK universities offer a sport and exercise science degree with a foundation year, designed for students without A-levels or previous qualifications. This route provides the academic, practical, and scientific knowledge needed to progress onto the full degree.

After completing a BSc Sport and Exercise Science, you can work in sports performance, personal training, rehabilitation, exercise testing, health promotion, and sports psychology support. Many graduates also progress into postgraduate study or professional training to specialise as Chartered Sport and Exercise Scientists.

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