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Physical Education at University of Wales Trinity Saint David - UCAS

Course summary

Our BA Physical Education degree is designed to help you become skilled in teaching physical education and coaching youth sport. This course combines both academic content and practical activities to give you a comprehensive education. As a student, you will engage in a variety of practical activities such as games, athletics, health and fitness, dance, swimming, gymnastics, and adventurous activities. This hands-on approach ensures you gain real-world experience while learning. You will be guided by a team of inspirational academic staff who have extensive experience in working and researching in physical education and sport. Their expertise will support your growth and development throughout your studies. The course is developed in collaboration with practitioners from the fields of physical education and youth sport. This ensures that the curriculum is relevant and up-to-date, preparing you for the challenges in the field. Whether you aim for a postgraduate qualification in education (Primary or Secondary PE) or a career in youth sport and physical activity promotion, this degree provides an excellent foundation. Studying at UWTSD means being part of a community that values high-quality physical education and youth sport. These areas are crucial for the health and well-being of young people. By gaining both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, you will be well-equipped to support young people in leading healthy and active lives. The Physical Education degree at UWTSD is your gateway to a rewarding career. It offers a blend of academic content and practical experience across a range of activities. This balance helps you understand and apply the principles of teaching physical education and coaching youth sport effectively. Throughout your course, you will participate in practical activities such as games, athletics, health and fitness, dance, swimming, gymnastics, and adventurous activities. These activities are designed to make learning engaging and to ensure you gain valuable skills by applying theory to practice. High-quality physical education and youth sport are essential for the health and well-being of young people. By completing this degree, you will gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to help young people lead healthy and active lives. This course offers a unique blend of academic content and practical experience, providing you with the skills and knowledge to make a positive impact on the lives of young people.

Modules

Year One – Level 4 (Cert HE, Dip HE & BA) Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference (20 credits; optional; Graduate Attributes Framework module) Creative Education through Movement (20 credits; compulsory) Facilitating Adventurous Activities (20 credits; compulsory) Human Physiology and Fitness (20 credits; optional) Introduction to Health and Exercise Psychology (20 credits; optional) Learning in a Digital Era (20 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) Physical Education and Aquatic Activities (20 credits; compulsory). Year Two – Level 5 (Dip HE & BA) Developing your Professional Profile (20 credits; Placement) Research in Health, Exercise and Physical Education (20 credits; compulsory) Competitive Activities: A Models Based Approach (20 credits; compulsory) Exercise Physiology (20 credits; optional) Foundations in High Quality Physical and Outdoor Learning (20 credits; compulsory) Health and Well-Being in Education (20 credits; compulsory) Sport and Exercise Psychology (20 credits; optional). International Mobility Opportunity (optional against another 60cr at L5). Year Three – Level 6 (BA) Assessment in Physical Education (20 credits; compulsory) Coaching Pedagogy (20 credits; optional) Curriculum Adventure (20 credits; compulsory) Education, Sport and Physical Education (20 credits; compulsory) Independent Project (40 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) Perspectives in Health and Physical Activity (20 credits; optional).

Assessment method

In line with the philosophy underpinning the degree, there is a strong emphasis on learning and teaching methods in the assessment of modules. While good quality of personal performance is encouraged, it is not a focus of assessment in the practical based modules. Rather, issues of inclusion, entitlement and differentiation are embedded in many of the assessments, and students are required to plan and evaluate their own and other students’ teaching. Students learn how to present a balanced evidenced argument through their formal written work, as well as via individual and group presentations. Within the final year students will design and conduct their own research project or critical portfolio in a specialist area of their choice. Specific types of assessments include; essays, laboratory reports, presentations (group and individual), practical tasks, examinations (seen and unseen papers).


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
CX69
Institution code:
T80
Campus name:
Carmarthen Campus
Campus code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

In choosing to study at university you are making a considerable investment in your future and it is a decision that we take seriously. We will make every effort to ensure that your experience as a student here will help you to develop your potential to the full. We will provide you with sound academic knowledge, but we also believe that the rich diversity of cultural and social experiences that you will have as a student here will help you develop a range of personal and professional qualities as we believe that these are both equally important considerations when choosing a university.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)


Student Outcomes

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55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £9000 Year 1
England £9000 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9000 Year 1
Scotland £9000 Year 1
Wales £9000 Year 1
Channel Islands £9000 Year 1
International £13500 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Physical Education at University of Wales Trinity Saint David - UCAS