Overview
Diploma in Sporting Excellence.
The Diploma in Sporting Excellence offers fighters the opportunity to significantly increase their training volume while working towards a vocational qualification recognised by UCAS.
It is a key part of the British Judo Performance Pathway — using the same Trademark model as Britain's Olympic and Paralympic judoka — delivered in our traditional Japanese-style dojo at the Team Bath Sports Training Village, alongside elite Strength & Conditioning coaches and physiotherapists.
Qualification
UCAS-recognised
Duration
2 years
Venue
Sports Training Village
Pathway
British Judo Performance
Two Routes
Both routes cover the same curriculum and lead to the same qualification — pick the structure that fits your life.
A residential camp-based programme over half-terms and weekends, with all accommodation and food covered. Each camp includes 2–3 Randori sessions, 2–3 technical sessions, plus Strength & Conditioning and injury-prevention work.
Suited to students already based in or near Bath — combine DiSE with sixth-form or college study through weekly in-person training and theory lessons scheduled around your timetable.
Apply or ask a question
For full programme details, eligibility, or to discuss whether DiSE is right for you: gv201@bath.ac.uk · University of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY · teambath.com/judo
