Sport and Exercise Nutrition with Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

Bachelor's degree

In Birmingham

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Duration

    Flexible

You will study very broad subjects in your foundation year, which is designed to prepare you for a range of courses, not just one particular BSc degree. Our practice-based, innovative Sport and Exercise Nutrition with a Foundation Year course will provide you with the underpinning scientific knowledge of nutrition and physiology for sports performance, exercise and health.

You'll study nutrition and exercise at both ends of the spectrum, from assessing professional sports teams to health-based clients with specific nutritional issues. It’s a chance for you to gain experience in developing nutritional strategies that aid performance, health and wellbeing.

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Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
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Start date

On request

About this course

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

Five subjects at grade C/4 or above
Must include Mathematics, English language and Double Science
Level 2 equivalent qualifications (e.g. Functional Skills) are not accepted
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment
Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application

Why Choose Us?
There will be live projects to work on, as well as compulsory work placements, enabling you to gain first-hand experience and build your knowledge.
You'll receive talks from guest lecturers who work within the sector and can provide relevant, up-to-date advice.
There will be an opportunity to engage in international exchanges, as well as trips and visits that will aid your course.
Many of our staff are PhD-trained and remain active in their chosen fields.
You'll work in state-of-the-art nutrition and dietetic laboratories, building your skills and knowledge.

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Subjects

  • Nutrition
  • Physiology
  • Sports Therapy
  • Anatomy
  • Planning
  • Evidence
  • Biomechanics
  • Sport
  • Behaviour Change
  • Exercise Nutrition
  • Performance Nutrition

Course programme

Foundation Year

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
  • Academic Skills for Success
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity
  • Interpersonal Skills and Professional Behaviours
  • Negotiated Studies
  • Introduction to Human Biology
  • Foundations of Sport and Physical Activity
Year One

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
  • Introduction to Sport and Exercise Nutrition20 credits
  • Professional Skills and Evidence-based Practice20 credits
  • Sport and Exercise Physiology and Principles of Training20 credits
  • Practical Skills in Sport and Exercise Nutrition20 credits
  • Applied Anatomy20 credits
  • Biomechanics of Human Movement
Year Two

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
  • Applied Performance Nutrition
  • Applied Exercise Nutrition
  • Planning and Conducting Research
  • Sport and Exercise Nutrition Placement
  • Performance Analysis
Year Three

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
  • Strength and Conditioning20 credits
  • Nutrition Referral and Behaviour Change20 credits
  • Professional Practice in Sport and Exercise Nutrition40 credits
  • Independent Research Project

Additional information

Award: BSc (Hons) Starting: Sep 2021
Duration - 1 year foundation followed by 3 year degree
Fees - £9,250 per year

International students

Award:
 BSc (Hons) Starting: Sep 2021
Mode - Full Time
Duration - 1 year foundation followed by 3 year degree
Fees - £13,200 per year

Sport and Exercise Nutrition with Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

Price on request