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University Centre Rotherham Courses Sport Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Sport Science

Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Sport Science

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The Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Sport Science is ideal for individuals who wish to further their career in the sport, fitness and exercise industry. You will develop both your practical and theoretical knowledge of coaching and fitness as well as covering contemporary units such as coaching active lifestyles, special populations, psychology and innovative and exclusive delivery. Students also get the opportunity to participate in our Sports Academy, attend trips to sports training facilities and a residential, and receive talks and lectures from industry guest speakers. Upon successful completion of this course you can progress onto the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Sport Science (Top-up).

On this course you will have access to our excellent sports facilities which include:

  • A fully commercial, on-site sports centre (DVC Sports)
  • FIFA 2-star accredited 3G Astroturf pitch
  • Multisport cages
  • Full-size grass football pitches
  • Sports hall
  • State-of-the-art fitness suite
We use a wealth of sporting equipment and technology used by professional sports clubs including a sports GPS system, timing gates and various other technological equipment used to measure fitness and performance.

  • Exercise Physiology
  • Gym Instruction
  • Coaching Active Lifestyles
  • Personal and Professional Development
  • Psychology
  • Sports Coaching Foundation
  • Advanced Trainer
  • Coaching in Sport
  • Informed Research
  • Nutrition
  • Human Assessment
  • Special Populations

  • GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or above or equivalent
  • Access to HE Diploma from a recognised HE course

You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of the page.

Upon successful completion of this course you could go into employment as a Sports Coach, Performance Coach, Fitness Centre Manager, Sports Development Officer and many more.With further study you could also progress into employment in teaching or sports analysis.

“My course is giving me lots of experience of working in a gym which is helping me achieve my ambition of becoming a PT. The tutors are really helpful, and I know I always have someone to talk to if I am unsure or worried about anything.”

Tia Laycock
Tia Laycock Foundation Degree (FdSc) in sports science
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We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2023/24. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.

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Start an exciting career in Sport

The sport sector is ideal for those who enjoy sport, keeping fit, improving their health and fitness, and are interested in inspiring others in fitness.

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Leisure Centre Manager

Average salary - £34,200

Leisure and Sport Managers organise, direct and coordinate the activities and resources required for the provision of sport and other recreational services.

Day-to-day tasks**:
  • Arrange leisure activity timetables
  • Organise and promote special events
  • Recruit, schedule and manage staff
  • Control budgets and monitor performance targets for your centre
  • Take responsibility for health and safety
  • Visit organisations, like local authorities, to promote your centre
Working environments

You could work at a fitness centre or in an office.

*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk

Physiotherapist

Average salary - £30,700*

Physiotherapists plan and apply massage, promote and encourage movement and exercise, use hydrotherapy, electro-therapy and other technological equipment in the treatment of a wide range of injuries, diseases and disabilities in order to assist rehabilitation.

Day-to-day tasks**:
  • Help patients with spine and joint problems
  • Help patients recover from accidents, sports injuries and strokes
  • Work with children who have mental or physical disabilities
  • Help older people with physical problems to become more mobile
Working environments

You could work at a hospice, at a client’s home, at a GP practice, at an adult care home, in an NHS or private hospital or at a fitness centre.

*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk

In-demand skills that commonly appear in job descriptions for roles within the sport sector include*:

  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Enthusiasm
  • Management
  • Leadership

What our students say

“My course is giving me lots of experience of working in a gym which is helping me achieve my ambition of becoming a PT. The tutors are really helpful, and I know I always have someone to talk to if I am unsure or worried about anything.”

Tia Laycock
Tia Laycock Foundation Degree (FdSc) in sports science

Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Sport Science

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