BSc Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis
About this course
BSc (Hons) Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis is an undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science focused on athletic preparation and tactical evaluation. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students undertake a 100-hour vocational placement and complete an independent final-year research project, alongside opportunities for professional certifications such as ISPAS Level 1 accreditation. The first year introduces foundational principles through modules such as Principles of Human Movement and Function, Exercise Techniques and Training, Introduction to Sport Psychology, and Introduction to Performance Analysis. The second year advances practical and investigative capabilities with Strength and Conditioning for Performance, Field Based Conditioning for Sport, Applied Movement Analysis, and Applied Notational Analysis. The final year integrates multidisciplinary concepts through Sport Performance Testing and Prescription, Applied Conditioning and Performance Analysis, and the Independent Investigative Project.
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Entry requirements
104-112 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table. Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range. Applicants who meet our contextual information criteria will be offered at the bottom of the range. GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths and Adult Literacy and Numeracy are also accepted. A full list of acceptable level 2 qualifications can be found here: Level 2 Acceptable Entry Requirements . DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK If you accept an offer of a place we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background clearance check. Details on the policy can be found here . If you think you have a criminal conviction You will need to submit a Criminal Record Self Disclosure Form as part of the process For more information on this and the form itself, please refer to Self-disclosure of criminal record . GCSEs: GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above. A-levels: BCC-BBC. T-levels: P (C+) – M. All subjects are accepted for entry to this course. Access to HE: 15 Credits at Distinction & 30 at Merit. Scottish Highers: BBBC - BBBB. Irish LC Highers: B1, B2x3 – B1x3, B2. Alternative routes: If don't think you'll meet the criteria for direct application to this course, check out our integrated foundation year. Selection criteria: As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to this programme. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon any experience you have gained.
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 66%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 70%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 15%
- Therapy professionals: 15%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Animal care and control services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 8%
- North West: 46%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 11%
- London: 2%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 70%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- Other qualifications: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Personal and Professional Development
- Principles of Human Movement and Function
- Exercise Techniques and Training
- Developing the Practitioner Toolkit
- Introduction to Sport Psychology
- Introduction to Performance Analysis
- Investigative Techniques
- Strength and Conditioning for Performance
- Leadership and Relationships in Sport
- Field Based Conditioning for Sport
- Applied Movement Analysis
- Applied Notational Analysis
- Independent Investigative Project
- Sport Performance Testing and Prescription
- Applied Conditioning and Performance Analysis
- Practitioner Placement
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £21,000 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £31,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis at University of Cumbria do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis at University of Cumbria?
84% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis at University of Cumbria?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 93 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis at University of Cumbria?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.