Course summary
Find the recipe for career success with an industry-endorsed and accredited degree that combines practical experience with nutritional theory. You’ll learn about the roles of nutrition, exercise physiology and psychology in sports performance and general health from experts who work with everyone from elite athletes to NHS patients. Our facilities are among the best in the country, but you’ll also learn through placement in real-world environments, giving you a taste of what the industry has to offer. The foundation year equips you with essential scientific knowledge and study skills you need. Upon successful completion, you can transfer seamlessly into our degree programme. Why study at Hull? • State-of-the-art facilities: Put the theory into practice in some of the best facilities in the country, including our £1.5 million Health and Human Performance Lab. • Real-world experience: Experience placement-based learning through our links with professional sports teams, the NHS, nutritional health providers and schools. • Fully endorsed: We’re endorsed by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register and accredited by the Hong Kong Nutritionists Society – preparing you for a career in the UK or further afield. Where could this take me? On graduating, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to work within various clinical settings in the NHS, food industry or in professional sport. You could even go on to set up your own business. If you want to continue your studies, this degree is a strong foundation for progressing to SENR-accredited MSc degrees, such as our MSc Nutrition and Dietetics degree.
Modules
Foundation modules include: Preparing for Learning in Higher Education Foundation in Data Analysis Introduction to Biological Sciences Introduction to Sport, Health and Exercise Science Foundation Mathematics Core modules include: Applied Human Physiology Nutrition in Sport and Exercise Science Nutrition and Diet in Health and Disease Sport, Health and Exercise Psychology Professional Practice in Sport, Health and Exercise Science Sport Physiology Nutrition in a Specialist Sporting Population Food Science Ergogenic Aids All modules are subject to availability and this list may change.
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
How to apply
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:
- C614
- Institution code:
- H72
- Campus name:
- The University of Hull
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
The foundation year is designed for applicants whose qualifications and experience do not allow direct entry to the undergraduate degree. We expect applicants to demonstrate an experience of a related subject and an aptitude for academic work which may be determined by an essay and/or interview alongside the application. For applicants with Level 3 qualifications, we will usually require a minimum of 80 points.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk |
Institution's Own Test | 60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill) |
Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.
https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
England | £9250* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
International | £19500* | Year 1 |
*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
Provider information
University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX