Bachelor in BSc Honours Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation Year

Applications for the Dec 2027 intake close on Sep 15, 2027, and tuition fees are 18,900 GBP per year.

Graduates of this programme often transition into diverse professional roles within the sports and health industries, working as performance analysts, strength and conditioning coaches, lab technicians, or health promotion specialists. By blending rigorous scientific investigation with practical, real-world application, this course prepares you to tackle the challenges of modern athletic performance and public health.

You will explore the fundamental pillars of human function—anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, psychology, and nutrition—while learning to harness these insights to improve physical outcomes. Whether you are aiming to support elite athletes at professional clubs or drive positive behavioural change in community health settings, the curriculum provides the technical grounding and analytical dexterity required to excel.

Applied Professional Development

What sets this programme apart is its deep integration with the sporting landscape of Sheffield. You will benefit from strong local ties to elite clubs and organisations, turning the city into your primary classroom. The inclusion of a dedicated foundation year ensures that you build the necessary academic confidence and subject-specific knowledge before progressing to the full honours degree. This pathway is designed specifically for those who may need additional preparation to succeed at the undergraduate level, ensuring you graduate not just with a degree, but with a portfolio of work experience and professional connections.

Sheffield Hallam University, established in 1843 and based in Sheffield, is a large modern university serving around 31,000 students, including approximately 3,100 international learners. The university is known for applied teaching, industry-aligned courses and strong professional links across disciplines from business and health to engineering and the creative industries. Students benefit from modern facilities, well-equipped labs and specialist studios tailored to career-focused learning.

The campus ethos emphasizes employability: placements, work-based projects and employer partnerships are embedded across many programs, helping students gain practical experience and build professional networks. Academic staff work closely with industry and regional employers on applied research and innovation, creating pathways into internships and graduate roles. Dedicated student support services assist with academic skills, careers advice and wellbeing.

Sheffield itself is a friendly, affordable student city with good transport links to the north of England and easy access to green spaces and cultural venues. International students often highlight the city’s welcoming community, active student societies and opportunities to balance study with outdoor activities. For those seeking a practical, career-oriented university experience in the UK, Sheffield Hallam offers strong employer engagement, supportive services and an accessible urban lifestyle.