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Overview

Train for a boundary-pushing career in physical education, sport, coaching, sport development, physical activity or health, at one of the UK’s best university sports facilities. If you’re interested in a future career in physical education, sport, coaching, sport development, physical activity or health, but not yet sure exactly what this looks like, then this degree is for you. You’ll learn how to link theory with practice across a broad range of areas, whilst enjoying the extensive sporting facilities at UEA.

About This Course

In your first year, you’ll explore the key areas underpinning the study of physical education, sport and fitness, and sport and physical activity development. Through core modules in the areas of psychology, physiology, skill acquisition and health, you’ll discover factors influencing the performance, participation and development of individuals within physical education, sport and physical activity settings. You’ll also gain delivery specific knowledge across a range of games activities. We attract students from a range of academic backgrounds, so the module Academic and Professional Practice is designed to facilitate a smooth transition into higher education study for everyone, and will enable you to test out your preferences through voluntary work. We operate a common suite of Year 1 modules in our Physical Education, Sport and Health cluster, which means you’ll have the opportunity to transfer to one of the following, more specific courses after Year 1 if you have narrowed down your interests: - BSc Sports Development - BSc Physical Education - BSc Physical Activity and Health Students can remain on this degree if they wish to continue to explore a wider range of areas. In your second and third years, you’ll study a combination of compulsory and optional modules covering different aspects of the landscape. In your final year, you’ll also complete a research project under the supervision of a lecturer who’s actively engaged in research. This is a great opportunity to delve into an area you’re passionate about. You’ll get the chance to collect and analyse data, turning those findings into a substantial research report. This will help you demonstrate a wide range of applicable workplace skills. You’ll also have the opportunity to pursue a range of nationally accredited coaching and officiating awards Â鶹ԭ´´ the set curriculum. All of these will enhance your employability and widen your horizons. We have support from an excellent careers adviser who will support you with your personal development and applications into relevant sector roles.