Overview 

This foundation programme serves as a crucial academic bridge into the scientific study of human performance and dietary health. Designed to prepare you for the rigorous demands of the full undergraduate degree at Kingston University London, the course equips you with the essential biological, chemical, and academic frameworks required for higher education. By completing this preparatory year, you will establish a robust theoretical baseline necessary to explore the complex relationship between exercise, athletic training, and applied nutritional science.

What You'll Learn

• Fundamental principles of human biology, focusing on anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to physical exertion.

• Introductory concepts in nutritional science, examining the roles of macronutrients and micronutrients in supporting health and athletic performance.

• Core methodologies used in sport and exercise science, including basic biomechanics and sports psychology.

• Essential mathematical techniques and statistical analysis methods utilized in modern empirical research and fitness testing.

• Practical laboratory and field-testing skills, emphasizing safe experimental procedures and accurate physiological data collection.

• Key academic practices, encompassing the critical evaluation of scientific literature, structured report writing, and effective research methodologies.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this foundational year, you will possess a solid grasp of the primary biological and nutritional theories used to investigate human physical performance. You will be capable of applying critical reasoning and basic mathematical tools to evaluate scientific data objectively and solve introductory sports science problems. The programme will significantly enhance your practical laboratory and field-testing competencies, enabling you to conduct basic physiological assessments safely and interpret empirical evidence with precision. Furthermore, you will develop the resilient independent research habits, structured academic writing capabilities, and analytical confidence required to thrive in a demanding higher education environment. This comprehensive preparation ensures you are fully equipped to transition seamlessly into your advanced undergraduate studies and tackle complex sport and nutritional inquiries effectively.