BSc Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis with Foundation Year is an undergraduate degree in the Sport and Exercise Science subject area. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice. The course includes an integrated foundation year designed to build academic and practical fundamentals before progressing into undergraduate study. Students complete a 100-hour vocational placement and an independent research project in the final year. The first year introduces essential academic study skills alongside introductory modules such as Essential University Skills 1, Essential University Skills 2, Sport in Action, and Human Anatomy & Physiology. The second year focuses on applied foundations through modules including Personal and Professional Development, Principles of Human Movement and Function, Exercise Techniques and Training, and Developing the Practitioner Toolkit. The third year advances into specialized training and analysis via modules such as Investigative Techniques, Strength and Conditioning for Performance, Leadership and Relationships in Sport, and Field Based Conditioning for Sport. The final year concludes with advanced professional practice and research through modules including Independent Investigative Project, Practitioner Placement, Sport Performance Testing and Prescription, and Applied Performance Analysis.
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Entry requirements
48 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table . GCSE English Language 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 . 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 Language and Maths at grade 4/C or above. A-levels: A. T-levels: P (D or E) All subjects are accepted for entry to this course. Access to HE: 45 Credits at Pass. Scottish Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points. Irish LC Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points. Other experience: Pearson Level 3 National Diploma MP. 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. The Integrated Foundation Year programme supports your return to education and are specifically designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree but may not have all the necessary qualifications, skills or experiences to join the degree in Year 1.
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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
- Essential University Skills 1
- Essential University Skills 2
- Sport in Action
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Individual Case Study
- Contemporary Issues and the Media
- 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
- Practitioner Placement
- Sport Performance Testing and Prescription
- Applied Performance Analysis
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
The average entrant had 93 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Sport Conditioning and Performance Analysis with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.