Course summary

Why Sport and Physical Education? There is an increasing emphasis on sport and physical education to meet a range of health agendas, including developing a sporting nation by spotting talented young people who can represent their country at major sporting events. This course promotes sport and physical education for children and young people to encourage lifelong participation and healthier lifestyles. Through studying this course you’ll have the opportunity to examine current theory and practice to gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the unique barriers and facilitators for this population. This course could prepare you for a highly rewarding career including education, health promotion and sport development. How will you learn?

• You'll learn by studying a combination of theoretical and practical modules, covering topics such as anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, psychology, sociology and pedagogy.

• You’ll explore sport and physical education in a broad context, developing interpersonal qualities that will allow you to apply your knowledge in a variety of sport settings. This will put you in a strong position to apply for teacher training and postgraduate study.

• In your second year, you’ll go on a work placement which will provide you with the opportunity to apply your skills in a real-world context.

• This course is also endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), the professional development body for the UK’s sport and physical activity sector. This will enable you to gain industry recognised standards and qualifications, including Gym Instructor, Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Working with Children, which are recognised by major employers in the sector aligned to your degree. You’ll also be able to apply for annual student membership of CIMSPA, and graduate membership upon successful completion of your course.

• This course is endorsed by CIMSPA, which enables you to meet industry recognised standards and gain qualifications within your degree which are recognised by major employers.

• You’ll have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through a work placement in your second year, where you’ll be able to put the skills and knowledge gained on the course into practice.

• You’ll explore sport and physical education in a broad context, developing interpersonal qualities that allow you to apply your knowledge in a variety of sport settings.