Course Overview

During your first year of study, you will get the opportunity to undertake technical qualifications in a range of industry-relevant areas including sports coaching, exercise training & health and safety. These opportunities will ensure that you have the appropriate qualifications and experience to apply for one of the many work placement opportunities on offer both on and off campus. We will also support you to seek opportunities to work or study abroad. Work placements can give you a critical EDGE in gaining professional employment on graduation. Students who have graduated with a BSc in Sports Performance Analysis have gone on to work in careers both within and beyond the Sport Industry.

The day-to-day culture of performance analysis provision, coupled with vocationally relevant experiences, creates an environment complementary to learning and professional development. This is exemplified by the successful recruitment of graduates by major clubs and International teams in a range of sports. Recent graduates from BSc Sports Performance Analysis are now working for the English Institute of Sport, Sport Wales, Welsh Rugby Union, Scarlets Rugby, Scottish Rugby Union, Bath RFC, Southampton FC, Swansea City AFC, Bristol City LFC and further afield, such as New South Wales Institute of Sport in Australia. Other students have continued on to further study at the masters and doctoral levels.

General Eligibility

Minimum three A levels to include grades BB. No specific subjects are required. Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate is considered the third subject.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• Academic IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in all elements, or equivalent.