- 48 UCAS points (or equivalent)
- GCSE Maths grade C/4 and English grade C/4
- IELTS score of 5.0 (no grade below 4.5)
- 45 credits on your Access Course
- IELTS score of 5.0 (no grade below 4.5)
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Nutrition with Foundation Year
Our four-year BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Nutrition with Foundation Year course will provide you with essential skills recognised by professional bodies, preparing you for a rewarding career in a dynamic global industry.
Intake:
January, June, September
Location:
London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
Duration:
4 years
Fees:
£9,250 per year
Our four-year BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Nutrition with Foundation Year course will provide you with essential skills recognised by professional bodies, preparing you for a rewarding career in a dynamic global industry.
This programme provides an insight into why exercise and nutrition are crucial to our health. From understanding the relationship between psychology and sport to food science, you will deepen your understanding of the effects of regular exercise and sports nutrition.
Nutrition and exercise are industries that are increasingly recognised and supported by the government, with many initiatives and grants encouraging new business ventures and niche sectors to develop.
Whether you would like to focus on the fundamentals of healthy eating or power the daily habits of elite athletes, this qualification can help you access a diverse array of exciting career paths.
Foundation year
- Academic Skills
- Introduction to Coaching Process Development
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduction to Research Methods and Individual Project
- Introduction to Psychology
- Principles of Health and Wellbeing
- Energy and Nutrition (Core)
- Research Methods 1 (Core)
- Micronutrients (Core)
- Physiology of Exercise (Core)
- Food Science and Novel Foods (Core)
- Professional skills of Nutritionists (Core)
- Nutritional and PA Assessment (Core)
- Research Methods (Core)
- Physiology of Training (Core)
- Sports Nutrition (Core)
- Social Psychology of Sport (Optional)
- Nutritional Biochemistry (Optional)
- Nutrition and PA for Health and Disease Prevention (Optional)
- Experience and Employment in a Business (Optional)
- Experience and Employment in Sport (Optional)
- Research Project (Core)
- Nutrition and the Athlete (Core)
- Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology (Core)
- Weight Management (Optional)
- Applied Sport Psychology (Optional)
- Environmental Physiology (Optional)
- Managing in the Workplace (Optional)
- The Enterprising Workplace (Optional)
- Building a Start-up Business (Optional)
Please note that fees are subject to change. Following the recent government announcement, we expect to increase our undergraduate tuition fees for UK students from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Fees for the 2025/26 academic year will be published in due course.
Funding Your Study
You may be able to borrow money from the UK Government to help pay your tuition fees and to help with your living costs while studying.
This could take the form of a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, and/or a Maintenance Loan to support you with living costs whilst studying.
Our four-year BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Nutrition with Foundation Year course will provide you with essential skills recognised by professional bodies, preparing you for a rewarding career in a dynamic global industry.
This programme provides an insight into why exercise and nutrition are crucial to our health. From understanding the relationship between psychology and sport to food science, you will deepen your understanding of the effects of regular exercise and sports nutrition.
Nutrition and exercise are industries that are increasingly recognised and supported by the government, with many initiatives and grants encouraging new business ventures and niche sectors to develop.
Whether you would like to focus on the fundamentals of healthy eating or power the daily habits of elite athletes, this qualification can help you access a diverse array of exciting career paths.
Foundation year
- Academic Skills
- Introduction to Coaching Process Development
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduction to Research Methods and Individual Project
- Introduction to Psychology
- Principles of Health and Wellbeing
- Energy and Nutrition (Core)
- Research Methods 1 (Core)
- Micronutrients (Core)
- Physiology of Exercise (Core)
- Food Science and Novel Foods (Core)
- Professional skills of Nutritionists (Core)
- Nutritional and PA Assessment (Core)
- Research Methods (Core)
- Physiology of Training (Core)
- Sports Nutrition (Core)
- Social Psychology of Sport (Optional)
- Nutritional Biochemistry (Optional)
- Nutrition and PA for Health and Disease Prevention (Optional)
- Experience and Employment in a Business (Optional)
- Experience and Employment in Sport (Optional)
- Research Project (Core)
- Nutrition and the Athlete (Core)
- Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology (Core)
- Weight Management (Optional)
- Applied Sport Psychology (Optional)
- Environmental Physiology (Optional)
- Managing in the Workplace (Optional)
- The Enterprising Workplace (Optional)
- Building a Start-up Business (Optional)
Standard entry requirements:
Alternative assessment:
For mature students (those over 21 years old), or those requiring an alternative kind of assessment:
- You must take part in an academic interview to demonstrate your non-academic achievements, such as work experience.
- IELTS score of 5.0 (no grade below 4.5)
Please note that fees are subject to change. Following the recent government announcement, we expect to increase our undergraduate tuition fees for UK students from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Fees for the 2025/26 academic year will be published in due course.
Funding Your Study
You may be able to borrow money from the UK Government to help pay your tuition fees and to help with your living costs while studying.
This could take the form of a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, and/or a Maintenance Loan to support you with living costs whilst studying.
FAQ
What is BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Nutrition with Foundation Year?
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Nutrition with Foundation Year is a four-year undergraduate degree designed for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements for a traditional BSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition degree. The foundation year provides essential academic and scientific knowledge to prepare students for the full degree in sports nutrition.
Who should study this course?
This course is ideal for students who are interested in sports science, exercise physiology, nutrition, and fitness coaching but do not have the required qualifications to directly enter the BSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition degree. It is also suitable for mature students returning to education.
What is covered in the Foundation Year?
1. Introduction to Sports Science and Human Biology
2. Fundamentals of Nutrition and Metabolism
3. Academic and Scientific Study Skills
4. Psychology of Exercise and Wellbeing
5. Research Methods in Sports and Health Science
What are the key topics covered in the BSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition program after the Foundation Year?
1. Sports Nutrition and Dietetics
2. Exercise Physiology
3. Metabolism and Energy Balance
4. Performance Nutrition for Athletes
5. Human Anatomy and Physiology
6. Biochemistry of Exercise and Nutrition
7. Food Science and Supplementation
8. Public Health and Nutritional Interventions
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