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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year
Canterbury Christ Church University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year course at Canterbury Christ Church University.
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A level
D,D,E
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Canterbury Christ Church University. These students are taking Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | C |
| Physical Education | C |
| Biology | B |
| Geography | C |
| Mathematics | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: C608
Here's what Canterbury Christ Church University says about its Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year course.
100% of our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science students were in work or further study 15 months after finishing their course. (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025)
Get ready with a foundation year and learn the foundational skills and knowledge to complete a full Honours degree. You'll be able to embark on this qualification without meeting the level 3 entry requirements, giving you the opportunity to study at degree level through this four year course.
Unlock the science behind human performance with a Sport and Exercise Science degree from Canterbury Christ Church University. If you’re passionate about sport, health, and the science that drives elite performance and wellbeing, this course is your next step.
Taught by expert staff in our cutting-edge labs and training facilities, you'll explore how the body and mind respond to physical activity. You’ll gain hands-on experience with the latest sport science technology and develop practical, professional skills that are highly valued in careers across sport, health, fitness, and exercise science.
What you’ll learn
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Explore a range of topics, from anatomy to sociology.
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Analyse human movement and performance as you learn the scientific techniques involved in biomechanics.
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Apply psychology to understand motivation, behaviour, and the impact of cognition and emotion.
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Develop research skills to investigate key topics in sports science, fitness and health.
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Train in real-world environments to build the practical and communication skills needed for careers in sports coaching, personal training, and health promotion.
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Gain an appreciation of the social structures, cultural influences, group dynamics and interactional encounters that enhance and restrict participation and enjoyment in sport, exercise, and physical activity.
Whether you’re aiming to become a sport scientist, work in elite performance, or support public health through physical activity, this degree will equip you with the knowledge and experience to make a real difference. You’ll graduate ready for the workplace or further study, with a strong foundation in the science of sport and exercise.
Accreditation Our labs are accredited by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences. You’ll have access to cutting-edge equipment, including eye-tracking technology, 3D motion-capture systems, gas-analysis equipment and an altitude chamber.
Source: Canterbury Christ Church University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Science, Psychology, Arts and Humanities, Computing, Engineering and Sport (SPACES)
Location
Main Site | Canterbury
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Sport and exercise sciences
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £17,000 per year |
| International | £17,000 per year |
The modules you will study
For a list of core and likely optional modules, please visit our website. https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/courses/sport-and-exercise-science-with-foundation-year
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Canterbury Christ Church University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Canterbury Christ Church University students who took the Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
96%
high
Teaching on my course
96%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
96%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
98%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
98%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
94%
high
Learning opportunities
91%
med
Learning opportunities
91%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
88%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
96%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
96%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
87%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
88%
med
Assessment and feedback
91%
med
Assessment and feedback
91%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
94%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
88%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
89%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
89%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
93%
high
Academic support
95%
high
Academic support
95%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
93%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
97%
high
Organisation and management
93%
high
Organisation and management
93%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
95%
high
How well organised is your course?
93%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
93%
high
Student voice
87%
med
Student voice
87%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
85%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
85%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
93%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
77%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
93%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
87%
med
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
89%
high
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
70%
low
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
56%
low
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
65%
low
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
58%
low
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
84%
low
Student information
See who's studying at Canterbury Christ Church University. These students are taking Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Canterbury Christ Church University graduates who took Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.8k
First year after graduation
£25.2k
Third year after graduation
£27.7k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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