Program Overview

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Physical Education Cert HE

Overview

The Physical Education Cert HE is a 1-year course, equivalent to the first year of a Physical Education degree. This course is designed for sporting enthusiasts who want to promote healthy choices and inspire others to move more, make healthy choices, and enjoy lifelong participation in sports and exercise.

Study Options

• Cert HE (1 year)
• Accelerated (2 years)
• Honours (3 years)

Course Information

UCAS Code

• C902

Duration

• 1 Year

Start Date(s)

• Sep / Nov / Jan / Feb / Apr / Jun

Entry Year

• 2025/26 | 2026/27

Entry Requirements

• 64 UCAS points
• 2 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including English Language and Maths at Grade C/4
• Accepted Alternatives: Functional Skills Level 2 (English and Maths)

Course Introduction

This course is a starting point for sporting enthusiasts who want to promote healthy choices and inspire others to move more, make healthy choices, and enjoy lifelong participation in sports and exercise. You will learn how to understand how young people and adults engage with sport and exercise, explore approaches to teaching and learning, and deliver activities across a variety of settings.

How You Will Study

Course Breakdown

• 24 weeks of study
• 4 x 6-week blocks per year
• 1 subject module per block
• 4 CPD focus days per block

Subject Module Breakdown

• 250 hours of study per module
• 80 hrs face-to-face (32%)
• 20 hrs Digital Wednesdays (8%)
• 150 hrs independent study (60%)

Assessment Breakdown

• 100% coursework
• No traditional end-of-year exams

Your Course Modules

Level 4

• Module 1: Introduction to Human Activity of Physiology
• Module 2: Introduction to Sports and Exercise Psychology
• Module 3: Introduction to Coaching Pedagogy and Practice
• Module 4: Introduction to Teaching in Physical Education

What is the 92 Programme?

The 92 Programme is a requirement for all students and will count towards your overall grade. You will complete activities designed to boost your mindset, develop your skillset, and get you set for future career success.

Why the 92 Programme is part of your course?

The 92 Programme is designed to prepare you for life after graduation and equip you with the skills employers value most. You will develop skills in self-reflection and awareness, wellness and resilience, and professionalism and employability.

How is the 92 Programme assessed?

You will produce a learning journal that will document your experiences. This will be submitted at the end of the academic year to assess whether you have met the required standard to pass the module.

Why study at UA92

UA92 offers a deliberately different experience to traditional universities, with fixed morning or afternoon timetables and no end of year exams. Our industry-inspired courses place character and personal development firmly at the core of the learning experience.

Careers in Sports Development

This 1-year course is the perfect stepping stone to a full physical education degree. If you pass the Cert HE successfully, you will automatically be eligible to progress to the second year of the 3-year Physical Education BA (Hons) degree programme.

Industry Partnerships

We have over 60 industry partners who support our mission to develop career-ready graduates. These partnerships provide you with access to industry-leading expertise, mentorship opportunities, and work-place experiences.

Meet the Sport Team

• Amanda Partington, Senior Lecturer in Sport Teaching
• Christina Cunningham, Lecturer in Physical Education
• Christina Langley, Sport Lecturer
• Doug Owen, Sport Lecturer
• Eoin Murray, Head of Sport
• Henry Titley Wall, Course Leader: Sports Coaching & Physical Education
• Jason Doggett, Sport Lecturer
• Johnson Chandigere, Sport Lecturer
• Jon Radcliffe, Course Leader: Sports and Exercise Science
• Luke Robertson, Teaching Associate in Sport

Entry Requirements

• The standard entry requirements for the Physical Education Cert HE course is 64 UCAS points.
• Each application is assessed on an individual basis, taking into consideration a wide range of factors.
• Depending on your personal circumstances, and in line with our Contextual Admissions Policy, your application may still be considered on an individual basis.

Fees and Finance

• Fees and finance information is available on our website.

Similar Courses

• Sports Coaching BSc (Hons)
• Sports and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
• Physical Education Cert HE

Open Days and Events

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