BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year

University of Salford

United Kingdom, Salford

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University of Salford

United Kingdom , Salford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

Course ID C601

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year

About

Introduction

In a nutshell

This foundation year programme will provide a solid foundation and pathway into our Sports Science degree programme. The key areas of study will be effective communication and study skills and you will be introduced to basic theories and concepts within the discipline.

You will:

Develop the skills and knowledge to successfully study at Level 4.
Learn about the basic theories and concepts relating to Sports Science.
Be taught by a multi-disciplinary programme team with experience in a range of professional health care, sports and exercise settings.

Sprint analysis training using timing gates

Student briefing on biomechanics

Student taking part in a 3D motion capture session

Sprint analysis training using timing gates

Students using live analysis software

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Requirements

What you need to know

The Foundation Year pathway is designed for students who do not have the standard entry requirements to enter university at degree level. You can read about the entry requirements for the degree programme via our BSc (Hons) Sports Science programme page.

This course isnât suitable for international students. If you are an international student and interested in studying a foundation year, please visit our International Foundation Year course page.

Standard entry requirements

GCSE

English Language and Maths at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent). You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS Tariff points

80 UCAS Tariff points.

A Level

UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of two A2 subjects.

BTEC National Extended Diploma

MMP

Scottish Highers

UCAS Tariff points.

Irish Leaving Certificate

UCAS Tariff points including:

English - Higher H6 (D3), Ordinary O5 (C3)
Maths - Higher H6 (D3), Ordinary O5 (C3)
Science - Higher H6 (D3), Ordinary O5 (C3)

International Baccalaureate

UCAS Tariff points.

Access to HE

UCAS Tariff points. Health and Science based subjects preferred.

Alternative entry requirements

Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)

We welcome applications from those who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to pursue the course successfully. Once we have received your application we will assess it and recommend it for SAES if you are an eligible candidate.

There are two different routes through the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme and applicants will be directed to the one appropriate for their course. Assessment will either be through a review of prior learning or through a formal test.