Foundation Leading to Sport

Our foundation year in sport is an extra year of study at the start of your university degree.

Applicants should normally have: Five GCSEs including English Language (or Welsh First Language), Mathematics or Mathematics – Numeracy, and Science at grade C or above / grade 4* 32 points from at least 2 A level qualifications or their equivalent * For Welsh applicants sitting the reformed Mathematics GCSE, we will accept either GCSE Mathematics or Mathematics – Numeracy. Prospective students who do not meet the above criteria may be considered on an individual basis and will be called for interview. Combinations of the above qualifications are accepted if they meet our minimum requirements. If your qualifications aren’t listed, please contact Admissions or refer to the UCAS Course Search. Further information on Overseas qualifications can be found here. International Applicants Students whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an IELTS 6.0 standard or equivalent. For full details about how to apply and English Language qualifications

IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in all elements

International students: £16,000

UK students: £9,790

UK/Home: £9,790

International: £16,000

2026, 2027

international applicants, September entry

• Cyncoed Campus, United Kingdom