This BSc (Hons) Sports Performance is designed to prepare and empower you for a career in the professional sports industry. Throughout the course, you will develop a solid foundation in professional practice through modules that encourage you to explore and reflect on your own perspective of professionals in your sport. You will develop an understanding of what it’s like to be in the world of professional sport. This is complimented by developing a range of skillsets through industry experience in a professional practice area of your choice. You will have the opportunity to develop your employability network, as well as explore modules in a range of areas such as Psychology, Physiology, Strength and Conditioning, Nutrition, Performance Analysis and Sport Injuries to enhance your ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
- GCSE | A minimum of 5 GCSEs A* to C, (or 9 to 4 where numeric grades are being awarded) or equivalent, to include English Language and Mathematics.
- A-Level | Typical offer is DDD-CDD or equivalent. This must include a minimum of two A Levels.
- Vocational Award | Typical offer is a MMP-MPP in an Extended Diploma in a relevant subject.
- Access | Typical offer is 72-80 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
- IB | Typical offer is 72-80 UCAS tariff points in an IB Diploma, to include a minimum of one Higher at H3 or above.
This must also include Maths and English Language at a minimum of Standard Level S3 if equivalent GCSEs have not been obtained.
- Scottish Highers | Typical offer is 72-80 UCAS tariff points in Scottish Highers. You must have completed two years of study at Higher Level.
- Irish leaving Certificate | Typical offer is 72-80 UCAS tariff points in the Irish Leaving Certificate. This must include a minimum of two Highers.
- T Level | An overall grade of Pass, to include grade C or above in the Core component.
We welcome applications from individuals with equivalent, non-UK qualifications and mature students (over 21) with industry experience. We will also consider other relevant level 3 qualifications, such as Personal Training. We may interview as part of the application process.
We welcome applications from individuals who are completing a Level 3 Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) in combination with an additional level 3 qualification such as A Level, Level 3 Extended Certificate, Level 3 Diploma.
We will consider combinations of Level 3 qualifications. The minimum academic entry requirement for this programme is 64 UCAS tariff points, providing this is combined with relevant experience.
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Duration
3 or 4 years full-time
You will study full-time and subsequently complete within 3 years, or you can also complete an optional placement year, bringing your course to 4 years. The module contact during semester 1 and 2 will be approximately 12 hours at Level 4 and Level 5. Level 6 will include more independent learning due to the nature of the modules.
There will be opportunities for independent study within all modules. You will need to utilise this to complete reading materials to support your learning on the module, make progress with assessment, and develop your knowledge and understanding further.
Your support network
You'll benefit from a strong support network from day one to be the best you can be. This will range from your personal tutor and specialist academic support team (our Achievement and Success Centre) to dedicated wellbeing and employability (Innovation, Careers and Enterprise) centres.
Academic support
You’ll have your own personal tutor while you’re here who will support you to succeed in your studies. You’ll also have access to our academic and wellbeing support teams who run regular workshops and one-to-one sessions on campus and online.
Alongside this, we have a comprehensive bank of online study skills resources to help you make the most of your qualification.
Your learning experiences
You'll experience a range of teaching methods to strengthen your understanding of topics, lectures, workshops, practical sessions, placements and tutorials.
Your career
Each year of your course will be made up of two semesters, which will focus on different industry topics to provide you with an understanding of the professional practice industry in sport. This will help you develop your own portfolio of knowledge and understanding, skills and experience, ready for the career you choose within professional sport.