Course contact details
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Email:HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk
Phone:07766 781736
Admissions
Email:HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk
Phone:07766 781736
SGS (South Gloucestershire and Stroud College)
Filton Avenue
Filton
Bristol
BS34 7AT
Applied Sports Conditioning and Exercise Level 6 Top-up
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
- 1 Years
- Full-Time
- September 2027
- Undergraduate
- University Centre WISE (UCWISE)
- Awarded by:
- University of Gloucestershire
Course summary
Our BSc (Hons) Applied Sports Conditioning and Exercise Level 6 programme offers the perfect opportunity to complete your honours degree in just one year. If you are interested in applied practice and have achieved a relevant Foundation Degree, Higher National Diploma or comparable level 4/5 qualification this programme could offer you an exciting opportunity to progress with your studies.
Professionally relevant, the course combines in-depth academic study with meaningful practical application relevant to sports conditioning and exercise. Based on three fundamental components, namely academia, vocational relevance and industry expertise, you will have opportunities to build on your experiential learning through work placement opportunities in a relevant discipline.
The programme supports you to progress into a variety of career pathways including fitness instructor, conditioning coach with professional sports teams, work related to national governing bodies, clubs and academies, research or progression into teaching (via PGCE).
With a delicate balance of content and assessment you will be supported to embark on a Dissertation or Action Research Project giving you an opportunity to develop your own specialism within the field. You will also develop your understanding of reflective practice, contemporary and innovative approaches to training, current debates within the sports industry and different methods of developing training plans for specific populations.
During the course, you will develop theoretical knowledge and apply it in practical sessions with clients and professional teams, where possible. It is a highly engaging course which offers a uniquely supportive and challenging learning environment.
Part time routes are available. For more information, please email headmissions@sgscol.ac.uk
Open Days
Why not visit our one of Campuses at an Open Day.. You will have the opportunity to meet tutors and Student Ambassadors. To register interest please go to our website: https://uni.sgscol.ac.uk/open-events
If you are interested in playing for one of our academies please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk and we will put you in contact with the relevant coach
Part time routes are available. For more information, please email HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk
This programme prepares you well for progression into postgraduate study as-well as range of careers in the sports industry, particularly because of the applied nature of the programme:
Graduate opportunities
Fitness trainer
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Sports club fitness coach
Health and fitness specialist
Physiological development coach
Rehabilitation assistant
Work in schools or holiday clubs as a sports coach
This course also provides an excellent foundation for teacher training if you wish to progress onto a PGCE in primary or secondary education.
Modules
Course Modules
Level 6
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The Curious Practitioner: Applied Research,
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The 360 Practitioner: Applied Reflective Practice,
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Innovation of Training: Practices and Approaches of the Future,
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Altogether for Health: Physical Activity and Exercise for Specific Populations,
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Future of Fitness Lead the Way! Sport, Exercise and Health Promotion.
For more modular information visit: BSc (Hons) Applied Sports Conditioning & Exercise - (Level 6 | Top-up) | University Centre SGS
https://uni.sgscol.ac.uk/course/bsc-applied-sports-conditioning-exercise
Assessment method
Coursework, Practical Assignments, Presentations and Group Presentations
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
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:
- T600
- Institution code:
- S55
- Campus name:
- University Centre WISE (UCWISE)
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
You will required to have achieved a foundation degree or HND in a relevant subject to study this course.
Please provide proof of achievement
English language requirements
We welcome applications from international and EU students, and accept a range of international qualifications. You will need to take the following English qualification as part of the Visa process: IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component. If you are travelling from and English speaking country this may not be required.
International entry requirements
International Applicants from a non English speaking will need to undertake an IELTS for UKVI Purposes to apply for a visa. You will need to achieve an overall score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.
You will have to pay 50% of the fee before a Confirmation of Study (CAS) is issued and if you are applying from a country that is not on the UK Government Exempt countries https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/money will have to provide bank statements showing that you have held at least £10, 539 (£1,171 per month for up to 9 months) for 28 consecutive days before we can issue the CAS and The end date of the 28-day period must be within 31 days of the date you apply for your visa. For support with your application please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk https://www.gov.uk/student-visa
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9500* | |
| EU & International | £13750* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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