Sports Performance (Hons) Hartpury University

Overview

The Sports Performance (Hons) at Hartpury University is a dynamic undergraduate programme designed to empower students for successful careers within the professional sporting landscape. By combining rigorous academic research with professional practice, the course ensures graduates develop a well-rounded understanding of the industry. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances theoretical knowledge with extensive real-world application.

Why Sports Performance (Hons) at Hartpury University?

Hartpury University provides an unrivalled learning environment, recently recognised as the Specialist University of the Year 2026. Students have access to world-class facilities, including a £10 million Sports Academy equipped with advanced technologies, specialist laboratories, and professional-standard gyms. The institution’s strong industry connections allow students to work alongside professional sport partners and within multidisciplinary teams in elite sports academies.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18150 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to build foundational knowledge before moving into specialist areas of performance. Modules may include:

Year 1

• Professional Practice in Sport
• Academic Skills for Sport and Exercise Scientists
• Research and Data Skills
• Sport and Exercise Psychology
• Exercise Physiology
• Strength and Conditioning

Year 2

• Sports Performance Environments
• Sport and Exercise Scientist
• Applied Performance Analysis
• Sport and Exercise Nutrition
• Injuries in Sport and Exercise

Final Year

• Sport Research Project
• High Performing Teams
• Sport and Social Media
• Sport Sponsorship and Brand Development
• Developing the Young Athlete

Careers with Sports Performance (Hons)

Graduates are well-equipped to enter a variety of roles within professional clubs, national governing bodies, and the wider fitness industry. The programme focuses on enhancing employability through significant placement hours, often leading to direct graduate employment with placement providers. Potential career pathways include:

• Professional Coach
• Performance Analyst
• Sports Consultant
• Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Professional Player

Additionally, the degree provides a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue postgraduate study in specialised areas of sports science and performance at Hartpury University.