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BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences with foundation year

University of Roehampton

Explore the science behind movement, performance and physical wellbeing. Connect research and practical analysis with the needs of active people and sporting environments.

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01

Is this for you?

For students who want an initial foundation year before progressing through the named degree, subject to progression requirements.

02

What you will learn

Published modules

Selected published modules. Options and availability may change between intakes.

  • Academic Skills and Communication (foundation students only)Foundation
  • Data Analysis and Research SkillsFoundation
  • Human Physiology and NutritionFoundation
  • Principles of Sports ResearchFoundation
  • Professional Skills
  • Fundamentals of Life Sciences
  • Sport and Exercise Psychology: Core Concepts
  • Research Methods for the Life Scientist
  • Exercise Physiology and Prescription for Diverse Populations
  • Applied Case Studies in Sport and Exercise Science
  • The Sport and Exercise Scientist: Cutting Edge Topics
  • Application of Research

Put it into practice

Illustrative examples based on these subjects; assessed activities are confirmed by the provider.

  • Illustrative example: Analyse a simulated movement or exertion record and explain which indicators could evaluate an exercise session.
Subject areas

Subject guidance. The exact curriculum for this course variant needs confirmation with the provider.

Sport scienceHuman movementHealth and performance
03

Explore your career potential

Gross annual figures. Region and source are shown for each occupation.

Indicative occupational salaries, not guaranteed earnings after this course.

Sports scientist

Additional training or accreditation required

Use physiology, biomechanics and psychology to improve performance and wellbeing.

Starting out
£25,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000

How to get there: Develop applied sport-science practice and relevant laboratory or performance skills; check specialist postgraduate and CASES/accreditation requirements for the chosen role.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Sports coach

Additional training or accreditation required

Plan and deliver training to develop participation, skills and performance.

Starting out
£19,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£28,000

How to get there: Develop practical teaching/coaching experience and the recognised activity-specific qualification; first aid, safeguarding, insurance and employer checks may also apply.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Personal trainer

Additional training or accreditation required

Design individual exercise programmes and support fitness goals.

Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published

How to get there: Develop practical teaching/coaching experience and the recognised activity-specific qualification; first aid, safeguarding, insurance and employer checks may also apply.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Fitness instructor

Additional training or accreditation required

Lead safe exercise sessions for individuals and groups.

Starting out
£21,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£27,000

How to get there: Develop practical teaching/coaching experience and the recognised activity-specific qualification; first aid, safeguarding, insurance and employer checks may also apply.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Sports therapist

Additional training or accreditation required

Assess sporting injuries and deliver rehabilitation within competence.

Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published

How to get there: Complete appropriate sports-therapy practitioner education and supervised clinical experience; check SST membership, insurance and employer requirements. This does not confer physiotherapist status.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Physiotherapist

Additional training or accreditation required

Assess movement and provide treatment and rehabilitation to improve function.

Starting out
£32,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£48,000

How to get there: Complete an HCPC-approved qualifying programme in this profession, the required clinical placements and HCPC registration; a related course does not replace professional training.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Nutritionist

Additional training or accreditation required

Use nutrition science to advise on food, health and population wellbeing.

Starting out
£32,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£48,000

How to get there: Check relevant nutrition-science training and eligibility for the Association for Nutrition register; additional accredited study may be needed and the award does not qualify a dietitian.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Dietitian

Additional training or accreditation required

Assess nutritional needs and provide dietetic treatment for health conditions.

Starting out
£32,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£48,000

How to get there: Complete an HCPC-approved qualifying programme in this profession, the required clinical placements and HCPC registration; a related course does not replace professional training.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Sport and exercise psychologist

Additional training or accreditation required

Support performance and participation through psychological practice.

Starting out
£25,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000

How to get there: Requires BPS Graduate Basis eligibility (conversion if needed), accredited specialist postgraduate or doctoral training, supervised practice and HCPC registration; this award alone does not qualify.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Sports development officer

Related career

Develops community sport and physical-activity programmes.

Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£35,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Leisure centre manager

Experience required

Manage recreation facilities, staff, budgets and activities.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000

How to get there: Build relevant sector experience and a record of delivering projects, budgets or team results; senior responsibility and experienced pay are later-career outcomes.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Health promotion specialist

Related career

Develop programmes that support healthier communities.

Starting out
£25,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£35,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Clinical research associate

Related career

Monitor clinical trials, study sites and the quality of research records.

Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published

How to get there: A relevant science/health degree supports entry; complete employer training in trial monitoring, Good Clinical Practice and research records, with experience often needed for independent monitoring.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Research scientist

Additional training or accreditation required

Design experiments and interpret evidence to answer scientific questions.

Starting out
£27,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£48,000

How to get there: Develop laboratory/field research expertise; many independent research roles require a relevant master’s or doctorate and a strong research record.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Data analyst-statistician

Related career

Analyse datasets and communicate findings for evidence-based decisions.

Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000

How to get there: Demonstrate the role’s specific software, quantitative or technical skills through practical projects; additional specialist training may be needed beyond this curriculum.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Secondary school teacher

Additional training or accreditation required

Secondary school teachers teach children from 11 to 16, or up to 19 in schools with sixth forms.

Starting out
£34,000
UK median (2025)
£47,632
Experienced
£53,000
How to read the median

Median for SOC 2313: secondary education teaching professionals. It includes different experience levels. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.

ONS · ASHE 2025

How to get there: Complete the appropriate teacher-training/QTS route and school placements; subject and age-range requirements apply, with additional SEND expertise for specialist teaching.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Training officer

Related career

Identify learning needs and design and evaluate staff training.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Further education lecturer

Additional training or accreditation required

Teach academic or vocational subjects in further education.

Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£47,000

How to get there: Build relevant subject or industry expertise and complete appropriate further-education teacher training; employers assess teaching experience and safeguarding.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Higher education lecturer

Additional training or accreditation required

Teach university students and contribute to academic research.

Starting out
£37,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000

How to get there: Develop postgraduate subject expertise, usually a doctorate or equivalent professional standing, teaching experience and a competitive research/practice record; a taught master’s alone is not sufficient.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Events manager

Experience required

Organise events, suppliers, budgets and delivery.

Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Build relevant sector experience and a record of delivering projects, budgets or team results; senior responsibility and experienced pay are later-career outcomes.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21
04

Study options and entry

Availability checked: 04/11/2026, 07:31

Campus, mode and intake
London · On Campus · please enquire
Duration
To be confirmed
Published tuition fee
£9,790 / year
Awarding university
University of Roehampton
Entry requirements and routes

Level 3 64 UCAS Points

English language

ELLT test, No english test for On-site Level 3 holders.

Interview or assessment

No Interview

Classes and attendance

2-3 days a week on campus, 9 am to 3pm

05

Funding and support

FUNDING AWAITING CONFIRMATION

CalmaLink needs to check this course’s funding before confirming it to you.

Student Finance England

Tuition fees: To be confirmed

Maintenance: To be confirmed

Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you. If the course has not been confirmed as LLE-funded, check it with us.

For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.

Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you.

Previous study does not rule you out: it depends on what you studied, whether you received UK funding and the course. We review it with you.

Student Finance England makes the decision. We help you check. Official source

Course funding does not guarantee individual approval or a particular amount.

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Attendance and English

To receive a Maintenance Loan you normally need regular in-person classes during the week. A course offering only weekend attendance does not normally meet these requirements. Before enrolling, confirm the timetable and any applicable exceptions with the provider and Student Finance England.

The provider will check that you meet the English requirements for this course, whether you are a Home or international student. Declaring your level does not replace their assessment.

Read the official attendance guidance

Roehampton’s Disability and Dyslexia Service explicitly supports autistic students and other disabilities. Confidential appointments can discuss individual adjustments; evidence and eligibility may be required. Contact disabilities@roehampton.ac.uk before study or placements.

Sources and review

Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21

Catalogue availability and curriculum/salary evidence are checked on separate dates.

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