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Sport and Exercise Science

  • FdSc
  • 2 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Mansfield
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Course summary

The FdSc Sport and Exercise Science course is designed to give you the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the fields of sport and exercise science. Based at the Mansfield Hub, it focuses on key areas like physiology, biomechanics, and sports psychology, combining the latest research with practical applications. Whether you’re looking to enhance athletic performance or improve health and fitness, this course provides a clear pathway to achieving your career goals.

What sets this program apart is its focus on hands-on learning and employability. You’ll have access to specialist labs, gain practical experience through placements, and work with industry professionals, giving you the skills and confidence to succeed. Plus, the course offers the option to continue studying for a full bachelor’s degree, further enhancing your career prospects.

At NTU’s Mansfield Hub, you’ll benefit from a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Small class sizes and personalized guidance from tutors ensure you’ll receive the support you need to reach your potential. Whether your ambitions lie in sports coaching, rehabilitation, or exercise science research, this course equips you with the tools to succeed.

Why study FdSc Sport and Exercise Science at NTU Mansfield?

  • ** Top 10 University for Sport in the British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Championship.**

  • ** 100% of FdSc Sport and Exercise Science students were positive about the academic support and 98% were positive about learning resources on their course (National Student Survey 2024).**

  • ** Top 20 in the UK for teaching quality in Sport Science (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023).**

  • ** You'll have access to a state-of-the-art Sports Lab, equipped with the tools and technology you need for the course. **

Modules

There are six modules in year one each worth 20 credits

Professional and Academic Skills 1
Physical Activity for Health
Performance Analysis (Individual Sports)
Coaching Theory and Practice
Physiology, Training and Testing for Sport and Exercise
Sport and Exercise Psychology 1

There are six modules in year two each worth 20 credits

Professional and Academic Skills 2
Training and Physical Activity Interventions for Sport and Health
Performance Analysis
Sport and Exercise Psychology 2
Nutrition for Sport and Health
Current Issues in Sport and Exercise

This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Mansfield

Study options

  • FdSc • Full-time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 14 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
C601
Institution code:
N91
Campus name:
Mansfield
Campus Code:
9
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
C601
Institution code:
N91
Campus name:
Mansfield
Campus Code:
9

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff 56 - 64 points

56 - 64 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications, including a Physical Education, Mathematics or a Science subject.

A level

56 - 64 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications, including a Physical Education, Mathematics or a Science subject.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) MPP

MPP from a BTEC Extended Diploma including relevant Physical Education, Mathematics or Science modules

Access to HE Diploma

Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3 including relevant Physical Education, Mathematics or Science modules

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English grade C/4
GCSE Maths grade C/4

T Level

We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.

** If you are applying with a BTEC Extended Certificate you will also need an A-level in Physical Education, Mathematics or Science**

We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

NTU makes contextual offers for this course to give everyone a fair chance to access their chosen degree.

Contextual offers are lower than our standard entry criteria or may be an unconditional offer for courses that require a portfolio. We also take individual circumstances into account when we receive results and may accept grades lower than our published criteria.

We use a range of data from UCAS to make our offers and more information on our approach is available at the link below.

Learn more on the Nottingham Trent University website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

The tuition fees above are subject to parliamentary procedure. They haven't been confirmed yet, but we expect them to be finalised by May 2026. The level of tuition fees for the second and subsequent years of your undergraduate course may increase in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.

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