Plymouth Marjon University
Football Science BSc (Hons)
Plymouth Marjon University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 60 graduates of Football Science BSc (Hons) and other courses in Sport and Exercise Sciences at Plymouth Marjon University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Sport and Exercise Sciences.

Overall student satisfaction
81 /100
60 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Sport and Exercise Sciences

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Sport and Exercise Sciences at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22000 £19500 £23500
25-75 percentile range £18000 - £27500 £15000 - £23500 £18500 - £27500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Sport and Exercise Sciences

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22438 £20448 £24818
25-75 percentile range £18849 - £25991 £15981 - £24541 £19498 - £30391

Course Description

The BSc (Hons) Football Science degree are for those who have an interest in player and team development. This programme will advance your theoretical and practical knowledge of the scientific disciplines (physiology, psychology, biomechanics and performance analysis) were you will learn how to analyse, monitor and evaluate football performance.

The programme will challenge students intellectually, with outstanding academic education and applied practice through real life projects that will enhance student experience. To support this fast growing industry, you will gain an array of industry recognised qualifications that are embedded into the modular structure. Students will be given the opportunity to develop specific areas of expertise within a multi-disciplinary programme, for an industry that requires specialist professionals. The university links to key industry partners, will give you the necessary skills, experience and networking opportunities to support future employment.

Why study at Marjon?

  • First-class facilities used by world-class athletes
  • Small, person-focused university with a big personality
  • No.1 university in England for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2023)
  • Southwest University of the Year for Student Life and Student Support (WhatUni Student Choice Award 2022)
  • No.3 university in England for Learning Community (National Student Survey 2022)

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Football Science BSc (Hons) at Plymouth Marjon University

21% Administrative occupations
14% Sports and fitness occupations
13% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
9% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations
4% Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
4% Teaching Professionals
4% Administrative occupations
2% Artistic, literary and media occupations

Case Study A detailed investigation into a specific issue or real life example that allows for deeper understanding of contextual and specific knowledge within football science Critical Review An analysis and evaluation of a topic (often a chapter from a book or an article from a journal), which requires the student to understand the material, while analysing and evaluating it using appropriate criteria. Essay An assessed piece of writing used to provide feedback to the student to improve their learning and target areas that require further work. Formal Examination An examination is an assessment intended to measure a test-taker's knowledge, skill, aptitude, or classification in many topics. An exam may be administered verbally, on paper, on a computer, or in a predetermined area that requires the exam-taker to demonstrate or perform a set of skills. Exams vary in style, rigour and requirements. For example, in a closed book test, an exam taker is usually required to rely upon memory to respond to specific items whereas in an open book test, the exam taker may use one or more supplementary tools such as a reference book or calculator when responding. Honours Project An in-depth independent study of 7000 words, or equivalent, chosen by the student. This may include a variety of approaches such as a traditional research dissertation or applied work such as consultancy or project work. Oral Presentation A clearly structured, detailed verbal delivery illustrated/supported by a variety of audio-visual aids, which demonstrates knowledge and understanding of a selected topic in football science either as an individual or in small groups. Online Portfolio/Reflective Diary A collection of documents created by a person to demonstrate the achievements, learning and skills they have developed. A portfolio may be created via an edublog project, for example as part of the personal development planning/profiling process, as part of the assessment for reflective practice on work based learning projects. Poster Presentation Presentation of data/information/critical analysis in a visual ‘poster’ format to include brief verbal delivery and defence of questions posed, specific to the information contained within the poster. Assesses knowledge of the topic and effective communication skills. Practical Assessment An assessment of the ability to apply knowledge, understanding and skills practically (e.g., collecting data, interviewing skills). Laboratory Report A report is an analytical piece of work using research to critically review the subject area. A report can also use the support of diagrams, pictures and captions to analyse research. Research Proposal/Honours Project Proposal A precise and coherent summary of a proposed research project setting out the central issues to be addressed and the ethical procedures to be followed. Website Presentation Students deign a professional website and present their area of expertise to a panel.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Sport and Exercise Sciences

Qualification requirements

Access to HE Diploma

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Football Science, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Football Science BSc (Hons)

EU £14500 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
International £14500 year 1

Additional fee information

EU applicants will be classed as International unless they have Pre-settled or Settled status.

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of Plymouth Marjon University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Plymouth Marjon University in related subject specific rankings.

Sports Science

    • #51 
    • #67 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

See all 5 university rankings of Plymouth Marjon University

About Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth Marjon University, usually abbreviated to Marjon, is the trading name of the University of St Mark and St John. Based in a single campus several miles north of Plymouth city centre, next to Derriford Hospital, Marjon delivers courses and programs from two faculties: Faculty of Education, and Enterprise & Culture and Faculty of Sport, Health & Wellbeing.

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Student composition of Plymouth Marjon University

undergraduates:
2085
postgraduates:
415
Total:
2500
Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Sport and Exercise Sciences”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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