This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2025.
University of East London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
What is physical education like at UEL? It's an exciting time to be involved in the fields of sport and physical education. Recent global events such as COVID-19 and the subsequent lockdowns have shown us the importance of a holistic approach towards physical activity as a vehicle for health and wellbeing. You will: explore an inclusive approach to sport and physical education in one of the UK’s most diverse areas learn how to encourage as many people as possible to engage in sport and physical exercise, including through sport coaching have the opportunity to put your studies to the test through real-world opportunities including local schools and national organisations such as Panathlon Challenge.
Modules
Year 1: Essential Skills for Sport (Mental Wealth) (Core), Anatomy & Physiology for Sport (Core), Coaching Principles (Core), Development of Sport (Core), Sports Leadership & Management (Core), Psychological Aspects of Sport (Core) Year 2: Inclusion in Youth Sport & PE (Core), Principles & Practice in Teaching & Coaching (Core), Disability, Sport and PE (Core), Research Methods & Design (Mental Wealth) (Core), Sport & PE Policy (Core), Community Sport Development (Core) Year 3: Applied Research Project in Sport (Core), Independent Research Project (Core), Developing the Healthy Child (Core), Applied Teaching Practice (Core), Education & Development in Sport (Employability) (Mental Wealth) (Core), Disability, Sport & Society (Core), Work Placement (Practice) (Core) For more information about individual modules, please visit our course pages via the link below.
Assessment method
We'll assess you through a variety of coursework methods, including essays, research reports, group and seminar presentations, and a final-year project. In your first year, assessments are a mix of coursework, practical coaching sessions and portfolios, and we’ll provide you with as much feedback as possible to support your learning. As we move into the second and third year of the programme, we incorporate authentic practical teaching and coaching scenarios, working with peers and schools within the local community to help you develop real-world skills and experience.
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
- Course code:
- B993
- Institution code:
- E28
- Campus name:
- Docklands Campus
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*
For detailed information on entry requirements for our courses, please see the individual course pages. We consider a range of UK and worldwide qualifications at the appropriate level and also take relevant work experience into account when considering an application. Many courses have a Foundation Year option for those students whose qualifications do not meet the BA or BSc entry requirements. Applicants should have, or be working towards, grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics or Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication) Entry requirements are intended only as a guide for applicants. They are not a guarantee of an offer, nor of the conditions that may apply. When making a decision on your academic suitability, we will make an assessment of you as an individual and will use information other than qualifications; which may include predicted grades, performance at Level 2, relevant work experience, previous study at degree level, personal statement, references and any portfolio, written test or interview, to make our decision. If you have any questions, please contact a member of our Applicant Relations Team from Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) on +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 or https://uel.ac.uk/about/contact-us
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £15560 | 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.
Provider information
University of East London
Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Newham
E16 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageApplicant Relations Team
0208 223 3333