Program Overview

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Physical Education Accelerated BA (Hons)

Overview

Get a head start and inspire the next generation of sporting enthusiasts with a 2-year accelerated BA (Hons) Physical Education degree.

Study Options

• CERT HE (1 YEAR)
• ACCELERATED (2 YEARS)
• HONOURS (3 YEARS)

Course Information

UCAS Code

X221

Duration

2 Years

Start Date(s)

Sep / Jan / Apr

Entry Year

2025/26 | 2026/27

Entry Requirements

104

Course Introduction

With our accelerated PE degree, you can take your passion for sport, fitness, and education to the next level and become an enthusiastic sports practitioner in just two years. The 2-year course combines the basics of sports science, coaching, and outdoor activities with inclusive core teaching practices – just the same as our standard 3-year degree.

How You Will Study

Course Breakdown

• 36 weeks of study per year
• 6 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

• No traditional end-of-year exams
• Year 1 – 100% coursework
• Year 2 – 100% coursework

Your Course Modules

Years of Study 92 Programme

Level 4

• Module 1: Introduction to Human Activity of Physiology
• Module 2: Introduction to Sports and Exercise Psychology
• Module 3: Developing Active Lifestyles
• Module 4: Introduction to Teaching Physical Education

Level 5

• Module 1: Teaching Contemporary Sports in PE
• Module 2: Teaching Traditional Sports in PE
• Module 3: Analysis of Performance
• Module 4: Applied Research Practice

Level 6

• Module 1: Applied Teaching and Learning in Physical Education
• Module 2: Strategy for School Sport and PE
• Module 3: Strength and Conditioning or Advanced Professional Practice
• Module 4: Final Project

What is the 92 Programme?

Alongside your subject modules, you will complete the 92 Programme. Engaging with the 92 Programme is a requirement for all students and will count towards your overall grade.

Why the 92 Programme is part of your course?

In a recent study, 78% of employers believe graduates do not arrive in the workplace fully equipped with the skills they need to be work-ready. Another study conducted by the World Economic Forum identified ‘10 Skills You Need for the Future of Work’. These skills include:

• Emotional intelligence (EQ)
• Analytical (critical) thinking
• Active learning with a growth mindset
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Technology skills

At UA92, we prepare you for life after graduation and equip you with the skills employers value most.

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 each academic year (or level of study) 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. This is more than a degree. It’s preparation for life.

• Degrees awarded by the prestigious Lancaster University
• No traditional end of year exams
• Study one module at a time
• Courses co-designed with industry
• Fixed morning or afternoon timetable
• Multiple start dates throughout the year
• Focus on Character and Personal Development

Careers in Physical Education

With a starting salary of nearly £29,000, you might want to go on to become a qualified PE teacher, by completing a one-year PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) after your PE degree at UA92.

But if you’re keen to get stuck in sooner, there are plenty of jobs you can dive into straight after an accelerated BA (Hons) degree.

You might want to go into community sports coaching, community outreach activities, youth work, charity work, or become a fitness instructor. Whatever your goal, you’ll get there faster with an accelerated BA (Hons) Physical Education degree at UA92.

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.

Our industry partners play a vital role in shaping both the curriculum you study and your student experience. From delivering guest lectures and masterclasses to providing internships and graduate roles. Here are just some of our partners:

• Manchester United
• Lancashire Cricket
• Salford City FC
• Nuffield Health

Meet the Sport Team

• Amanda Partington
• Christina Cunningham
• Christina Langley
• Doug Owen
• Eoin Murray
• Henry Titley Wall
• Jason Doggett
• Johnson Chandigere
• Jon Radcliffe
• Luke Robertson

Entry Requirements

The standard entry requirements for the accelerated BA (Hons) Physical Education course is 104 UCAS points. However, each application is assessed on an individual basis, taking into consideration a wide range of factors.

• LEVEL 2
  • 5 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)
• LEVEL 3
  • UCAS Points: 104
  • A Levels: BCC (104 equivalent)
  • BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM
  • BTEC Diploma: D*D
  • T Levels: M
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: AB
  • IB: 28 points with 14 from Higher Level Subjects
• NON-TRADITIONAL Some qualifications do not carry UCAS Tariff points but may still be considered. We take into account a range of qualifications and work/life experience that can demonstrate your ability to succeed on the course.
• INTERNATIONAL
  • International Baccalaureat
    • Pass the IB Diploma with minimum 28 points overall, with 14 points from Higher Level Subjects.
  • English Language Requirements
    • IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no section lower than 5.5

Fees and Finance

• FEES AND FINANCE
• FUNDING

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