Program Overview

Physical Education & Sport

BA (Hons)

Attendance

• Full-time
• Part-time

Campus

• Preston Campus

Start

• September 2025

Duration

• 3 years

UCAS Code

• C5X1

Delivery

• In-person

Foundation year available

• Yes

Study abroad option

• Yes

Placement option

• Yes

Course Description

This degree will equip you with the skills to lead, teach, and motivate through movement, setting you on the path to an exciting career in education or youth sports.

Why Study with Us

• 100% of students are satisfied with the teaching on the course (National Student Survey, Sport Coaching and Leadership, 2024)
• 100% of students are satisfied with the learning opportunities on the course (National Student Survey, Sport Coaching and Leadership, 2024)
• You'll be taught by academics who are at the forefront of research and have real experience in schools.
• Gain opportunities to take part in unique experiences such as residentials in Snowdonia.
• You could also choose to study abroad for a year, in places like the USA and Australia.
• You'll grow your skills and experience through industry placements, conferences, and opportunities to work with local and national groups.

What You'll Do

• You'll learn how to plan, deliver and assess Physical Education lessons.
• Plus you'll consider the wider impact of sport on society.
• Gain practical skills to help you excel in physical education and sport environments, including opportunities to work with local schools, organisations and international partners.
• Benefit from our network to boost your experience of leadership and teaching, gaining the skills you need to support your chosen career.

Modules

Year 1

• Introduction to Lifestyle, Mental Health and Wellbeing (TL1120)
• Industry Learning (TL1121)
• Physical Education, Sport and Society (TL1122)
• Introduction to Professional and Academic Development (TL1123)
• Introduction to Teaching and Learning in Physical Education (TL1143)

Year 2

• Applied Teaching and Learning in Physical Education (TL2143)
• Disability, Sport and Physical Activity (TL2146)
• Sociology of Physical Education and Sport (TL2148)
• Investigating Physical Education and Sport (TL2149)
• Optional modules:
  • Sport for International Development (TL2105)
  • Facilitating Outdoor Learning (TL2138)

Year 3

• Dissertation (TL3102)
• Consultancy Project (TL3172)
• Contemporary Teaching and Learning in Physical Education (TL3209)
• Optional modules:
  • Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in Physical Education and Sport (TL3173)
  • Power and Politics in Physical Education and Sport (TL3175)
  • Movement, Mind and Body (TL3176)

Entry Requirements

• UCAS: 104-112 points at A2
• BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM
• BTEC Diploma: DD-DD*
• Pass Access Course: 104-112 points
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level subjects
• T Level: M
• IELTS: 6.0 with no score lower than 5.5
• GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent
• A satisfactory DBS check is required for this course

Fees and Funding

• UK: £9,535 per year (full-time), £1,623 for the placement year
• International: £17,325 per year (full-time)

Additional Costs

• As part of your course there may be additional costs to consider that are not included in your tuition fees.

Scholarships and Bursaries

• We offer many scholarships, bursaries and funds to support you during your studies.
• Select your country or region to see if you are eligible and how to apply.

Learning and Assessment

• Studying this degree involves different modes of learning in a variety of environments.
• This includes lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops.
• This course also involves independent study, including writing essays, reports and presentations.
• In your last year, you’ll also write a dissertation or conduct a consultancy project.

Industry Links

• Developing your employability is a priority for us.
• We’ve worked hard to forge links across the education sector, both at home and abroad.
• You could take on placements helping school children get active, listen to guest lecturers, or study at our campus in Cyprus and or other international destinations.