Physical Education and Sport, BA Hons

This programme builds on the foundations of physical education and sport provided by schools and colleges through the physical education National Curriculum and wider programmes in sport and leisure.

The programme provides theoretical courses related to the scientific, psychological and sociological study of physical education and sport, and practical courses in athletics, dance, games, gymnastics and swimming.

Throughout the degree, there are courses related to sport policy, practice and development which consider the principles of teaching and coaching, as well as sport in the local, national and international community. In the final year, students have an opportunity to undertake courses from a range of options, as well as pursue a relevant independent study in their chosen area.

UCAS code

X360 A BA/PESp

School

Education

Location

Avery Hill Campus

Attendance

3 years full-time
4-6 years part-time

Entry requirements

Applicants should have:

240 UCAS points

PLUS at least three GCSEs at grade C or above (including English language and mathematics).

Assessment

Students are assessed through exams, essays, reports, portfolio tasks, group presentations, video examination, oral examinations and practical assessments.

Career options

Graduates are equipped for work in the sports and leisure industry. Graduates can apply to undertake teacher training via a PGCE programme leading to Qualified Teacher Status.

Year 1

PE and Sport: Theoretical Issues 1 (30 credits)
Research in PE and Sport (15 credits)
PE and Sport Performance: Games (15 credits)
PE and Sport Performance: Dance, Athletics, Aquatics and Gymnastics (30 credits)
PE and Sport: Policy and Practice (30 credits)

Year 2

Theoretical Issues 2 (30 credits)
Analysing PE and Sport Performance (30 credits)
Education and Training in the Outdoors (15 credits)
Research Methods in Physical Education and Sport (15 credits)
Equity and Diversity in PE and Sport (15 credits)
Olympism, The Games and Elite Performance (15 credits)

Year 3

Independent Study in PE and Sport (30 credits)
Three 30-credit options from: Enhancing Physical Education and Sport Performance; Teaching Physical Education; Contemporary issues in Sport and Coaching; Monitoring and Evaluating PE and Sport Performance; Sport Policy and Development; Sport and Disability (90 credits)

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