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UndergraduateCourse summary
This forward-thinking part-time MA programme empowers students to shape the future of Physical Education (PE) and physical literacy. With a focus on improving physical activity and enhancing health and wellbeing across all age groups, it equips learners to foster physical competence, motivation, and community impact. Supported by the Wales Institute for Physical Literacy, it integrates research-informed teaching, critical reflective practice, and hands-on learning. Its flexible, multidisciplinary structure ensure you tailor your experience to achieve real-world change in education, sport, and health contexts. Through the programme, students delve into how evidence-based practice drives better outcomes for individuals and communities. From schools to lifelong learning settings, you’ll learn to lead initiatives that promote physical literacy while critically evaluating curriculum development and its impact on pupil outcomes.
Modules
Core Master's Dissertation in Health, Outdoor Education and Physical Literacy (60 credits) Physical Literacy, Physical Education and Sport - Philosophy, Policy and Curriculum (30 credits) Developing and Supporting Physical Competence (30 credits) Motivation and Physical Activity (30 credits) Optional Research Methods in Health, Outdoor Education and Physical Literacy (30 credits) Master’s Internship in Health, Outdoor Education and Physical Literacy (30 credits) Master’s International Study (60 credits)
Assessment method
Assessments are varied to enable students to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding in a variety of ways. These include seminar papers and presentations, essays, video analysis and oral lab exam, reflective journal and blogging.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
International applicants
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
2:2 honours degree or UWTSD recognised equivalent.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £7800 | Whole course |
| EU | £16800 | Whole course |
| England | £7800 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7800 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £7800 | Whole course |
| International | £16800 | Whole course |
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
Accommodation on the study weekends.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP