Sport and Exercise Science
Nottingham Trent University
UCAS Code: C601 | Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Nottingham Trent University
UCAS Code: C601 | Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Entry requirements
A level
64 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications, including a Physical Education, Mathematics or a Science subject.
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3 including relevant Physical Education, Mathematics or Science modules
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English grade C/4 GCSE Maths grade C/4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP from a BTEC Extended Diploma including relevant Physical Education, Mathematics or Science modules
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
UCAS Tariff
64 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications, including a Physical Education, Mathematics or a Science subject.
About this course
The FdSc Sport and Exercise Science course is designed to give you the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the fields of sport and exercise science. Based at the Mansfield Hub, it focuses on key areas like physiology, biomechanics, and sports psychology, combining the latest research with practical applications. Whether you’re looking to enhance athletic performance or improve health and fitness, this course provides a clear pathway to achieving your career goals.
What sets this program apart is its focus on hands-on learning and employability. You’ll have access to specialist labs, gain practical experience through placements, and work with industry professionals, giving you the skills and confidence to succeed. Plus, the course offers the option to continue studying for a full bachelor’s degree, further enhancing your career prospects.
At NTU’s Mansfield Hub, you’ll benefit from a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Small class sizes and personalized guidance from tutors ensure you’ll receive the support you need to reach your potential. Whether your ambitions lie in sports coaching, rehabilitation, or exercise science research, this course equips you with the tools to succeed.
**Why study FdSc Sport and Exercise Science at NTU Mansfield?**
- ** Top 10 University for Sport in the British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Championship.**
- ** 100% of FdSc Sport and Exercise Science students were positive about the academic support and 98% were positive about learning resources on their course (National Student Survey 2024).**
- ** Top 20 in the UK for teaching quality in Sport Science (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023).**
- ** You'll have access to a state-of-the-art Sports Lab, equipped with the tools and technology you need for the course. **
Modules
Over both years of the course, you will analyse current data, and plan and deliver interventions to enhance both sporting performance physical activity in identified groups. Year one modules include Professional and Academic Skills 1 (20 Credit Points), Physiology for Sport and Exercise (20 Credit Points), Performance Analysis (Individual Sports) (20 Credit Points), Sociology of Sport (20 Credit Points), Fitness Testing and Training (20 Credit Points) and Sport and Exercise Psychology 1 (20 Credit Points). Year two modules include Professional and Academic Skills 2 (20 Credit Points), Performance Analysis (Team Sports) (20 Credit Points), Training and Physical Activity Interventions for Sport and Health (20 Credit Points), Sport and Exercise Psychology 2 (20 Credit Points), Nutrition for Sport and Health (20 Credit Points) and Current Issues in Sport and Exercise (20 Credit Points).
The Uni
Mansfield
School of Science and Technology
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One of the fastest growing subjects in the country, the number of sports science graduates went from under 3,000 in 2003 to over 10,000 in 2013. Numbers have fallen slightly since 2015, but we still have over 9,000 graduates in the subject. However, the good news is the country's appetite for good health and fitness - and the adaptability of graduates in the subject - means that sports science grads are less likely than average to be out of work. Sports science graduates, not surprisingly, tend to get jobs in sport, fitness and health - coaching and teaching especially - but they're found all over the economy. Management and business are also popular options for graduates from this subject — and sports science graduates are particularly found where drive, determination and physical fitness are an advantage.
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