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BSc Sports Nutrition and Health with Foundation Year

University of Derby

Institution
University of Derby
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Sports Nutrition and Health with Foundation Year
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
C691
Typical offer
A-level DDD

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff: 72 A level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Maths and English at L2 as part of your course of study. Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 0, Merit: 30, Pass: 15 English language: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Cellular Molecular and Paramedic Science and Sport and Exercise Science, combining biomedical study with sport and exercise disciplines. Core topics include Statistics, Research Methods, and Communication & Writing. The programme spans four years including a professional placement year with external organisations in the physical activity, health and wellbeing sector. A final-year independent study module requires a systematic application of research skills and subject knowledge.

Modules

  • Placement Learning and Professional Development
  • Study Skills and Research
  • Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Science
  • Research Methods and Data Handling
  • The Art of Sport and Exercise: A Foundation
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Biomedical Science
  • Society and Culture
  • Academic and Research Skills for Sport and Exercise
  • Principles of Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • Principles of Sport and Exercise Physiology
  • Introduction to Anatomy for Sport & Exercise
  • Principles of Physical Activity, Nutrition and Health
  • Professional Placement 1
  • Research Methods for Sport and Exercise
  • Physical Activity and Health
  • Nutrition for Public Health
  • Physiological Assessment for Sport, Exercise and Health
  • Nutrition and Metabolism for Sport and Exercise
  • Psychology for Physical Activity Practitioners
  • Independent Study for Sport and Exercise
  • Professional Placement 3
  • Advanced Nutrition and Metabolism for Sport and Exercise
  • Biomedical Implications of Exercise, Activity and Health
  • Applied Sport Psychology and Behaviour Change
  • Applied Sports Science