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Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year

University of Surrey

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Stag Hill

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Foundation courses

A foundation year can develop your skills and make it easier to get started at university. It is an extra year of study at the start of your course that leads in to a full degree programme. It’s a great option if:You don’t have the grades for a full degree courseYou have non-traditional qualifications or experienceYou’re starting university after some time away from educationYou’re looking for more support during the transition into university study.


Life as a foundation year student

During a foundation year you’ll learn about your chosen subject, develop your study skills and get used to university life. On successful completion of your foundation year, you’ll be ready to progress to the first year of your degree course.As a foundation year student, you’ll be a full student of the University and part of our community. You’ll have access to all our campus facilities and support.


Why choose this course

-Study a hands-on curriculum recognised by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES) for providing all the skills and knowledge you need to enter the profession.-Gain industry experience through our Professional Training placements, where you can work for a range of employers, including sports clubs, performance laboratories and nutrition companies.-Complete nationally recognised gym instructor and personal training qualifications as part of your course, without any extra cost.-Apply for one of our sports scholarships, designed for individuals with exceptional sporting ability, to help support your studies.


What you will study

In your first year, you’ll study topics including anatomy, biochemistry, fitness and health, physiology, kinesiology, and skills acquisition, ensuring you have a solid foundation upon which to build the rest of your degree.During your second year, you’ll apply your knowledge in a sporting context, incorporating perspectives from physiology, nutrition, psychology, biomechanics and management, with the opportunity for interdisciplinary application and the development of discipline-specific practical skills.In your third year, you’ll select two optional modules, exploring topics such as advances in nutrition, biological rhythms, exercise referrals and prescriptions, and human movement and rehabilitation.You’ll also complete a research project, bringing together all the practical, analytical and presentation skills you’ve developed. Current students are investigating topics like ‘The effect of New Zealand blackcurrant extracts on running performance.’

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University of Surrey

University of Surrey

  • University League Table

    21st

  • Campus address

    University of Surrey - Stag Hill campus, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sports Science

    12th out of 86

  • Entry standards

    / Max 208
    121 58%

    37th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    29th

    23

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.36 84%

    13th

    11

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