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Physical Education and School Sport at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS

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2025 - 2026
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Sheffield Hallam University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary

  • Prepare for a fulfilling career in education, school sport, physical activity, and health
  • Learn teaching techniques from experts and find out how to make young people passionate about movement
  • Access world-leading facilities such as Ponds Forge and the English Institute of Sport
  • Apply your practical skills and knowledge in real-life situations with work placements
  • Develop the skills to succeed in sport, health and educational environments
Are you driven by a love for sports and want to help people to embrace physical activity? On the Physical Education and School Sport course, you will explore a wide range of topics to prepare you for the world of physical education and school sports – from practical activities and developing professional practice to sport science, sociology, philosophy and research. How you learn All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. At Sheffield Hallam we prioritise practical learning through teaching, working and doing. Our experienced staff have all worked in education – from primary to secondary and post-16. You’ll be learning from the best, and they’re here to guide you through your degree, developing your digital capabilities, critical thinking and inclusive approaches that value equality and diversity. You’ll combine theory with hands-on projects in our exceptional sports facilities – giving you true-to-life experience and excellent preparation for a rewarding career in a range of roles. The course is also carefully designed and aligned with professional teaching standards. You’ll gain the professional expertise and knowledge to be well-positioned for a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). We’re dedicated to helping you develop your sports skills and knowledge – alongside the confidence to support children's physical activity and health in schools. You’ll explore theoretical, philosophical and practical aspects of physical education and school sport – gaining insights into the roles of physical education graduates in sports, physical activity, and broader professional settings. Topics include teaching strategies, physical education delivery, education policy, reflective practice, sport and exercise science, philosophy, sociology, professional standards and safeguarding. You’ll learn how to investigate contemporary issues that shape the broader context of PE and school sport by actively engaging in school-based work. In turn, you will enhance your comprehension of the National Curriculum in relation to sport and physical education across all education levels, gaining a holistic understanding of the field. Applied learning Work placements Often, students undertake their placements within school settings - secondary and primary. The course prepares students to apply for ITE. There’s a mandatory short placement at the end of your second year. Over a minimum of 120 hours, you will be learning while you work and preparing to progress into employment after you graduate. You’ll also have the opportunity to undertake a year-long work placement (25 weeks minimum) or multiple placements between your second and final years. This gives you further valuable work experience to prepare you for your future career and allows you to graduate with an Applied Professional Diploma to add to your CV. We connect students with schools and education facilities at all levels – in the UK and abroad. In the past, this has included short placements in Spain and Tanzania, plus opportunities to study abroad.

Modules

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information. Year 1 Compulsory modules Foundations Of Coaching And Teaching Foundations Of Professional Practice In Pe And School Sport The Nature And Purpose Of Physical Education And Sport Coaching The Science Of Physical Education And Sport Coaching Year 2 Compulsory modules Developing Practical Pedagogy Professional Practice In Pe And School Sport Science And Health In Physical Education And School Sport Elective modules Alternative Physical Activities Analysis Of Sport And Games Event Management For Sport And Physical Activity Exercise Prescription For The Prevention Of Disease Sport As A Tool For Social Change Sports Club Development Sports Facility Management Simulation Technology For Sport And Physical Activity Testing And Analysis In Sport And Physical Activity Year 3 Optional modules Placement Year Final year Compulsory modules Independent Project In Sport And Physical Activity Pe Spaces And Social Change Elective modules Approaches To Talent Development Coach Education And Development Economics And Finance Of Sport Entrepreneurship And Innovation For Sport And Physical Activity Exercise Prescription For Long Term Conditions Health Promotion Innovative Practical Pedagogy Major Sport Events Nutrition For Sport And Physical Activity Performance Analysis Of Sport Programming And Prescription Of Training In Sport And Physical Activity Psychology Of Sport And Exercise Sport And The Media Sport, Brands And Culture Sport Data Analytics Sport Injury Sport Journalism

Assessment method

Coursework, Practical

How to apply

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Sport-and-physical-activity/BSc-Honours-Physical-Education-and-School-Sport/Full-time/

Additional entry requirements

Other

Please note that this information is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent.

If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Sport-and-physical-activity/BSc-Honours-Physical-Education-and-School-Sport/Full-time/

Student Outcomes

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80%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
93%
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The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
EU £17155 Year 1
International £17155 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

Our tuition fee for UK students on full-time undergraduate degree courses in 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. These fees are regulated by the UK government and therefore subject to change in future years. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found at https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations under student fees regulations. Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2025/26 is £17,155 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/undergraduate/fees

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Physical Education and School Sport at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS