UK entry requirements:

GCSE: 5 GCSEs at C/4 or above (to include Mathematics, English Language and Science). Acceptable alternatives to our GCSE Maths and English requirements are listed further down this page.

• Plus one of the level 3 qualifications below:A-levels: BBB, including one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology, Life and Health Sciences, Physics, P.E, Psychology, Sport Science, or Mathematics.
• BTEC: DDD in a relevant subject. More information about the BTECs we accept can be found on the school of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences Undergraduate page.
• QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma: 15 L3 credits at Distinction and 30 at Merit with at least 12 Distinction credits in relevant Science units.Access Diplomas will likely be in a Science or Healthcare related field to meet the requirement for Biological Science units. To check your Access includes a minimum of 12 L3 credits of Biological Science please contact your Access provider or check your course materials.
• This Access diploma must be supported by level 2 Maths, Science and English Language (either as GCSE or Functional Skills level 2 qualifications), if relevant units not taken as part of the Access diploma.
• IB: 30 points including a Higher Level Life Science (Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Physics or Mathematics) at grade 5, plus Standard Level Mathematics/Maths Studies and Science grade 4, if not taken at Higher Level.
• T-levels: Distinction overall with Distinction in the Occupational Specialism and grade B in the Core in one of the following T-levels:Science (with Occupational Specialism in Laboratory Science)
• Health (with Occupational Specialism in Supporting the Healthcare Teams)
• Healthcare Science (with Occupational Specialism in Assisting with Healthcare Science).
• Foundation courses in Science: normally 70% or above – varies depending on modules studied.
• Other level 3 (or higher) qualifications with sufficient Biological Science content may be considered by the Admissions team. If you are taking or have achieved any qualifications that are not listed here, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office.

International & EU entry requirements:

We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept. Remember to tell us about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.

• International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)

• Letter(s) of Reference
• Statement of Research Interests

Additional requirements:

This course has additional requirements including pass of an interview, a satisfactory reference and Occupational Health Check and Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check. For more information see the school of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences Undergraduate page.

Personal statement

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Reference

You'll also need a suitable reference - usually a teacher from your school or college, or from an employer.

International students apply for a visa

If you’re an international student applying for a course that's longer than six months, you’ll need to apply for a Student visa.

To apply for your visa you will require the University to issue you with a Confirmation of Acceptance to Study (CAS). Find out more about immigration and applying for a visa.