Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. **Course summary** * Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start. * Gain knowledge and understanding of how scientific methods can be used in sport, exercise, and health. * Explore a range of sport and exercise science theories and concepts. * Develop important laboratory skills in physiology, psychology and biomechanics. Work with well-known sporting organisations and examine how the disciplines of scientific research can be used to improve the performance of athletes. You explore how important physical activity and exercise are for a healthy lifestyle in different populations. Performance analysis, strength and conditioning are all areas with growing career opportunities. **How you learn** All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. The course is suitable if you don't meet the entry requirements for our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science course, or you want extra preparation before starting degree-level study. You share the first year with other sport foundation students, then move on to the degree. The course is specifically designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and attributes required for a professional career within sport or the wider employment sector. You learn through * lectures * seminars * tutorials * project supervision * demonstration * practical classes and workshops * workshop or studio time * field trips * external visits * In the foundation year, you build your Sport and Exercise Science interest and knowledge alongside developing your academic skills. You receive face-to-face feedback regularly during your modules in order to prepare you for the completion of your assignments. This will be via tasks set for you to undertake in the module seminars or in your independent study time. **Applied learning** **Work placements** You will have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your third and fourth years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. Previous students have worked as strength and conditioning coaches, applied sports scientists, cardiac rehabilitation assistants, physical activity referral specialists and as a performance analyst for a professional sports team. Many of our students choose to complete their placement aboard at a range of sporting organisations around the world.

Year 1 Compulsory modules Contemporary Issues In Health, Sport And Social Care 40 Foundation Project In Health, Sport And Social Care 20 Personal And Professional Skills For Health, Sport And Social Care 40 Elective modules Applied Science For Health, Sport And Social Care 20 Introduction To Social Science For Health, Sport And Social Care 20 Year 2 Compulsory modules Developing Professional Skills In Sport And Physical Activity 20 Foundations Of Applied Physiology And Nutrition For Sport And Exercise 20 Foundations Of Biomechanics In Sport And Exercise 20 Foundations Of Physiology And Nutrition For Physical Activity And Sport 20 Foundations Of Psychology In Sport And Exercise 20 Foundations Of Research In Sport And Physical Activity 20 Year 3 Compulsory modules Applied Professional Development 20 Biomechanics Of Sport And Exercise 20 Physiology And Nutrition Of Sport And Exercise 20 Psychology Of Sport And Exercise 20 Elective modules Enterprise And Innovation 20 Physical Activity And Health 20 Principles Of Conditioning For Sport Performance 20 Sport And Exercise Analysis 20 Year 4 Optional modules Placement Year Final year Compulsory modules Issues In Sport And Physical Activity 20 Project In Sport 40 Elective modules Applied Analysis Of Performance In Sport And Exercise 20 Applied Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise 20 Applied Physiology And Nutrition Of Sport And Exercise 20 Applied Psychology Of Sport And Exercise 20 Managing Sporting Enterprises 20 Physical Activity Programming For Special Populations 20 Strength And Conditioning For Sport Performance 20

Coursework Exams Practicals

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: A105

Institution code: S21

Campus Name: Main Site

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/sport-and-physical-activity/bsc-honours-sport-and-exercise-science-with-foundation-year/

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 or above, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.

Student satisfaction : 79%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 90%

EU	14415.0	Year 1
International	14415.0	Year 1

Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2022/23 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2021/22 is £9,250 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. † If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations. Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2022/23 is £14,415 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.

City Campus
Howard Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Sheffield
S1 1WB