FdSc Sport

Are you passionate about supporting others to perform at their best, or dream of organising events that get everyone moving? If you're eager to make a real difference through the power of sport and physical activity, then kick on over to the FdSc Sport course at Bridgend College's fantastic Pencoed Campus!

This Foundation Degree is your ultimate playbook for a dynamic and rewarding career in the fast-paced world of sport, fitness, and public health. It blends cutting-edge sports science with the practical skills needed to coach, lead, and inspire, preparing you to shape healthy, active communities and support athletic development.

So, why should YOU sign up for the FdSc Sport with us?

Become a Coaching Maestro: Ever wondered what makes a great coach? You'll dive deep into coaching methodologies, sports psychology, and skill acquisition, learning how to get the best out of athletes of all ages and abilities. From grassroots to elite performance, you'll be equipped to lead.
Unlock the Science of Performance: Understand the amazing human body and how it performs! You'll explore exercise physiology, anatomy, and biomechanics, learning how to design effective training programmes, prevent injuries, and optimise physical performance.
Practical Skills, Real Impact: Our Pencoed Campus provides excellent facilities where you can put theory into practice. You'll gain hands-on experience in fitness testing, programme design, coaching sessions, and even event organisation. This practical application ensures you're job-ready the moment you graduate.
Pathways to Diverse Sport Careers: This Foundation Degree is your springboard to a wide array of exciting roles. Imagine working as a sports coach, fitness instructor, community sports development officer, PE teaching assistant, leisure centre manager, or even starting your own sports business! The opportunities are as vast as your ambition.
Bridging the Gap to a Full Degree: An FdSc is a fantastic qualification in its own right, highly valued by employers. But here's the best part: it's also designed as a direct pathway! Many of our graduates choose to top up their FdSc to a full Bachelor's degree (BSc) at university, allowing you to specialise further or even pursue teaching qualifications.
Inspire Healthy Communities: Beyond the thrill of competition, this course focuses on the broader impact of sport. You'll learn how to use physical activity to promote health, well-being, and social inclusion within communities – becoming a true agent of positive change.
Learn from Passionate Experts: You'll be taught by experienced lecturers who are active in the sport and exercise industry. They'll share their insights, provide mentorship, and help you connect with professional networks.

Ready to turn your passion for sport into a powerful career that truly makes a difference? Join us at Bridgend College, Pencoed, and let's get you ready to lead the game!

Overview and modules

You will study the following compulsory modules:

Year 1

Research and Scholarship
Applied Sports Pedagogy
Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing
Physical Education, Sport Coaching and Pedagogy
Foundations of Strength and Conditioning
Introducing Coaching and Teaching as Social and Relational Activities

Our strength and conditioning module in year 1 will allow you to achieve a UKSCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning qualification, at no extra cost.

On successful completion of year 1, you will be awarded the Certificate in Higher Education (Cert HE Sport – Level 4).

Year 2

Research Design and Practice
Applied Sports Pedagogy
Professional Placement
Strength and Conditioning Coaching
Pedagogy and Communication in Sport Coaching
Understanding Coaching Practice

On successful completion of year 2, you will be awarded a Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Sport.

You can also top-up to a degree at Cardiff Metropolitan University on either BSc (Hons) Sport or BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching at Level 6, with one additional year of study.

This qualification is awarded by Cardiff Metropolitan University.

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have 5 GCSEs including GCSE English Language (or Welsh First Language) and Maths* at grade C or above (grade 4 or above for applicants holding newly reformed GCSEs in England).

Typical offers may include:

72 UCAS tariff points to include grades from A2 Level (including General Studies) or Scottish Advanced Highers to include a relevant subject. Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate will be considered as a third subject
BTEC National Extended Diploma / Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma with MMP/MPP
VTCT Extended Diploma in Sports Studies with MMP/MPP overall
72 UCAS tariff points to include grades within the Irish Leaving Certificate at Highers to include a relevant subject
Qualifications equivalent to the above are also accepted

*For Welsh applicants sitting the reformed Mathematics GCSE, we will accept either GCSE Mathematics or Mathematics – Numeracy.

Applicants are normally made an offer based on the details above. Typical offers will be made within the tariff range detailed above and will be based on the strength of your overall application, including your academic and sporting profile.

For applicants who are only undertaking 2 A levels (or equivalent) or are not predicted to meet the standard tariff offer above, applications will be considered based on the strength of the whole academic profile and we may issue a graded offer in lieu of an offer using the UCAS Tariff.

Assessment methods

Modes of assessment are designed to reflect that you have fulfilled the learning outcomes of the programme of study, or part of a programme, and achieved the standard required to progress to the next stage or to qualify for an award.

Assessments vary between modules and range from essays and presentations to coaching practical sessions and case study projects. Some modules have one form of assessment with others utilising three or more assessment methods.

Continue your studies

This course will prepare you for employment in a range of occupations including a sports development officer, coach, fitness instructor, or within teaching or sales.

You can top-up to a degree at Cardiff Metropolitan University on either BSc (Hons) Sport or BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching at Level 6, with one additional year of study.

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