Applied Sport and Exercise Studies (Level 6) BSc (Hons)

Our Applied Sport and Exercise Studies top-up course is the ideal way to build upon your foundation or HND qualification. Youearn a full honours degree in just one year, and be well prepared to move into education (including a PGCE), community and coaching environments.

Our Sports Science courses are ranked in the top 20 in the UK for teaching satisfaction by the Guardian University Guide 2022.

This course explores the impact of sport on peoples lives and the various influences that sport might have in our schools, communities and society. Its designed to recognise the range of experience and knowledge you have after completing your foundation degree or HND.

Study style

Throughout this online course yoube taught by our industry-experienced lecturers, and youlearn from current professional practitioners from a variety of sports setting. Guest lecturers range from elite sport coaches and successful sports business owners to teachers and lecturers from Primary, Secondary Further Education Settings.

Youpursue your research interests through your dissertation and will undertake professional development and work placements focusing on your future career aspirations. This will provide you with an invaluable insight into the industry and will greatly support the development of your skills and employability.

Our dedicated professional development and sports placement team will work with you to find opportunities that fit with your individual career aspirations. Recent students have undertaken work placements with Cheltenham Town Football Club, Atlas Sports, Gloucester City Council, and local primary and secondary schools.

All modules and student support have been specifically designed to be delivered online and provide students with a range of creative methods for engagement.

Graduates from this course can go on to:

• Community sport and development
• Fitness and training
• Teaching (following a PGCE)
• Postgraduate study
• Personal training
• Sports coaching.

• Read the course information online and check out the course modules (classes).
• Check out the international events including virtual talks and taster sessions as well as our physical events and fairs in various countries.
• Chat to a current student online.
• Meet with one of our regional representatives, or contact our Admissions Team to learn more about our courses.

You’ll need to check the course page and your country page to ensure you hold the necessary qualifications. You’ll also need to check that you meet the English Language requirements.

Some courses require an interview, audition or the submission of a portfolio containing examples of your work as part of the application process. Visit our Interviews and requirements page to find out more.

There are several options available to you when it comes to making your application:

• Contact one of our agents in your country for support with the application process.
• Contact a regional representatives in the International Team to apply directly.
• Apply via UCAS, the UK Universities and Colleges Admissions Service.

The university accepts applications on a rolling basis, with no firm deadline to apply. However, please note that some courses are competitive with places filling up quickly, so we recommend applying as early as possible. You should be aware that students requiring a student visa to travel to the UK for their course are bound by CAS request deadlines.