Course: BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Exercise (Progression Route)

This course is designed for those who are committed to sport, health and exercise and have a passion for making a positive contribution to the health and lifestyle of their local community.

The progression year allows holders of appropriate Foundation degrees to achieve a full BSc (Hons) degree. You will continue to apply the themes of developing transferrable skills and academic knowledge whilst demonstrating greater levels of autonomy. The course offers innovative and varied modules, it is intended that the skills and knowledge developed on these modules can be applied to a wide range of sectors including the general population and athletes. You will be encouraged to consider all individuals to be occupational athletes and assess the impact of their occupation on their health.

Students are able to take advantage of the excellent facilities on campus including a modern gym, sports hall, exercise referral suite and well-being facilities.

Whist this is a full-time course, typically this course generally only requires 1-2 days on campus attendance, supported by self-directed study.  This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments.

Modules you may study include:

• Wider Determinants of Health
• Functional Movement
• Physical Needs Assessment
• Sustainable Professional Practice
• Dissertation

You can apply for this course on the University of Suffolk website to study at the East Coast College Great Yarmouth campus. Click ‘More Information’ to be taken to the full course and application page.

This course is due to move to The Place – our new university centre opening in Great Yarmouth town centre – in 2025!