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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C60F
Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year
Birmingham City UniversityBirmingham, England
4 yearsDuration
£18,570Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Avg. Graduate Salary
90%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by Birmingham City University, the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science course will equip you with the skills to become a practitioner in the sport and exercise industry, either helping athletes to achieve their potential or working with members of the public to achieve their goals. Why choose a foundation year course? The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science with a Foundation Year course has been specifically designed to support your transition to degree-level study in Sport. As a student, you will undertake a foundation year situated at level 3 study, which has been designed as a prelude to your chosen degree co... International tuition fees are £18,570 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission.
What You'll Learn
Foundation Academic Skills
Introductory Sport Science
Exercise Physiology Fundamentals
Biomechanics and Movement Analysis
Sport Psychology Essentials
Anatomy for Sport and Exercise
Nutrition and Health Sciences
Research Methods in Sport Science
UCAS Code:C60F
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CDD 80 UCAS tariff points from three A Levels. Grades CDD (or equivalent). Required subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education at A Level or level 3 equivalent, at grade C or above. Excluded subjects: General Studies; Critical Thinking; Extended Project. |
| International Baccalaureate | 24 points Obtain a minimum of 24 points overall. Required subjects: Biology, Chemistry or Physics at Higher level. |
| UCAS Points | 80 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,570
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£74,280
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birmingham City University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £23,000 | £28,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH03-02-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
50%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
89%
Overall
Teaching on my course
90%Learning opportunities
85%Assessment and feedback
89%Academic support
94%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
87%Student voice
85%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
76%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University offers Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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