Course summary

Overview Turn your sporting passion into a dynamic career with UEA’s Sports Development with a Year Abroad course. Dive into our unique curriculum, supported by innovative teaching methods, hands-on research, and practical experience, to ignite your passion and prepare you for a successful career in sports development. This course blends theory with practice to equip you with valuable skills. You’ll build a strong foundation in the fundamental principles of physical education, sport, and health, while studying the human body and the positive impact of physical activity on wellbeing. You’ll also explore the principles of sport and physical activity development, learn how to tackle inequalities through sport, and discover how to nurture elite athletes to reach their full potential. Hands-on research and real-world experience are emphasised, and you’ll undertake a rewarding extended work placement to enhance your skills and employability in an area of your choice. You’ll be part of a unique community in Norwich and Norfolk, including UEA Sport, Active Norfolk, and even visits to Norwich City FC, all designed to enrich your learning, build networks, and broaden your horizons. The course is taught by experts in sports participation, elite performance, athlete transitions, and gender equality, bridging theory with practice to offer cutting-edge insights. You’ll benefit from our state-of-the-art facilities, including the world-class Sportspark at the heart of our Active Campus. Additionally, you can enrich your studies with off-site trips to the stunning North Norfolk Coast, Thetford Forest, and local health and physical activity providers. In your third year, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner institutions across the globe. Previous students have studied in Europe, Asia, Australasia, and North America. Upon graduation, you’ll be well-positioned to pursue a wide variety of careers, including sports coaching, sports development, sports performance, marketing, education, event management, or government roles. Whatever your career ambitions, we’ll support you every step of the way to unleash your potential at UEA. Disclaimer Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk