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Sport and Health at UEA
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Find out moreBSc (Hons) Physical Education, Sport and Health
Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- UCAS Course Code
- C640
- Typical Offer
- ABB
- Contextual Offer
- BBC
- Course Length
- 3 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2027
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95%
Of graduates go on to work and/or study within 15 months after the course
Graduate Outcome Survey 2020Course Overview
Why BSc Physical Education, Sport and Health at UEA?
Shape the future with BSc Physical Education, Sport, and Health, where theory meets real-world experience. Explore the national curriculum, school sport, sport development, and physical activity for wellbeing and performance.
Why choose UEA?
- Expert teaching: Learn from experts in physical education, elite performance, and health promotion who combine research with real-world practice
- Excellent facilities: Access our state-of-the-art facilities including the Sportspark at the heart of our Active Campus
- Industry connections: Connect with a unique community including UEA Sport, Active Norfolk, and Norwich City FC
What is Physical Education, Sport and Health?
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.
Discover expert training techniques to boost health, happiness, and performance, for everyone from absolute beginners to elite athletes.
You’ll have the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests, exploring topics such as sports psychology, policy and partnerships, and the science of physical activity. You’ll also have exciting opportunities to collaborate with local organisations to broaden your experience and networks.
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Careers
Career Pathways
With BSc Physical Education Sport and Health, you could launch a career as a:
- Secondary school teacher (PE): Plan and deliver inclusive PE to support learning and wellbeing
- Sports development officer: Design programmes that increase participation and community impact
- High performance sport coach: Support athletes and teams as part of a multi-disciplinary sport science team with evidence‑based insights
- Event co-ordinator (sport): Organise safe, engaging sporting events and programmes
- Physical activity and health promotion officer: Lead behaviour‑change initiatives improving population health
Career Support
You’ll build your skills and experience through extended placements preparing you for your future career.
Academic guidance and tailored advice from expert lecturers and industry professionals will help you translate your learning into professional practice. You can also complete additional qualifications in your area of interest to compliment your academic learning.
You’ll also benefit from expert guidance through Career Central, UEA’s dedicated careers service, offering personalised advice, skills development, and career support to help you stand out in a competitive job market.
After the Course
Upon graduation, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to progress to a rewarding career in physical education, sport, and health.
Our graduates thrive in dynamic fields in schools, sports development, performance advising, event management, physical activity promotion, social prescribing, private fitness ventures and post graduate study.
Whatever your career ambitions, we’ll support you every step of the way to unleash your potential at UEA.
Study and Modules
Structure
We have a common suite of year one modules across our Physical Education, Sport and Health (PESH) courses, which means you’ll have the flexibility to transfer to one of the following courses after year one:
BSc Physical Activity and Health
In your first year, you’ll explore the fundamentals of physical education, sport, and health. You'll discover how the human body responds to sport and physical activity, examining fitness parameters and training principles—both for general wellbeing and elite performance. You’ll also be introduced to sport and exercise psychology, gaining insight into how we acquire and develop motor skills.
No matter your academic background, we’ll support you in developing your own professional identity in PESH, enhancing your learning skills, and ensuring a smooth transition into higher education.
Compulsory Modules
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
As you progress into year two, you’ll have the flexibility to tailor your module choices to your career aspirations. From psychology to aquatics, policy and partnerships to the scientific underpinnings of physical activity, you’ll have the opportunity to explore various areas, test out your preferences, and hone your expertise.
The emphasis will be on hands-on research and experience in physical education, sport, and health, which will lay the foundation for your year three dissertation research project. You’ll gain an understanding of common research methods used in the field, taught through a combination of practical sessions and lectures. You’ll also undertake an extended work placement with a local organisation of your choice within the physical activity and health sector.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 40)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 40)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
At the outset of your final year, you’ll have the skills to plan, conduct, and complete your own original research in an area of interest, under the guidance of an expert in the field. You’ll gather, analyse, and interpret data, learning how to effectively communicate your findings to the wider scientific community.
You’ll also choose from a selection of modules to align with your future career. From alternative sports to aesthetic activities, sociology, psychology, health promotion, and performance analysis, there’s something for all. By the time you graduate, you’ll have honed your academic, professional, and interpersonal skills.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 20)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 20)Optional C Modules
(Credits: 40)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning, and Assessment
Teaching and Learning
In year one, you’ll learn through lectures and smaller seminars. Lectures will develop your note-taking skills and confidence in presenting ideas and research. Seminars focus on applying theory to real situations. You’ll complete individual and group tasks, exploring ideas and solving problems in classrooms and practical spaces. Seminars also help you develop communication and presentation skills.
In year two, you’ll deepen your knowledge by choosing from a wide range of modules. You’ll also strengthen independent research skills with continued academic and wellbeing support.
In your final year, you can specialise in topics that inspire you most. Longer seminars, optional field trips, and dissertation guidance help prepare you for your next steps.
Throughout your degree, dedicated teams support your study, research, and writing skills. You’ll also have access to the Learning Enhancement Team and Student Support. If you’re an aspiring student-athlete, UEA+Sport will help you unlock your potential both in the classroom and on the playing field.
Assessment
Throughout your time at UEA, we’ll assess your learning in different ways. In year one, you’ll try different assessments including exams, presentations, essays, and professional portfolios. Before submitting assignments, you’ll practise tasks and receive feedback to help you improve. Lecturers may give written or verbal feedback depending on the assessment.
In year two, assessments come from work completed in core and optional modules. You may write essays, give presentations, create resources, develop research proposals, or experiment with formats such as podcasts.
In your final year, assessment focuses on coursework demonstrating your skills and knowledge. You may complete practical demonstrations, essays, presentations, and creative resources. You’ll also produce videos or develop grant proposals to build valuable employability skills. For your dissertation, you’ll work with a supervisor who will guide you and provide feedback throughout the process.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Additional GCSE Requirements
We also require GCSE grade C or 4 in Science, or equivalent qualification.
- Contextual Offers
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes(opens in a new window).
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
A levels
ABB
Contextual offer: BBC
BTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM
Contextual offer: DMM
BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3.
Contextual offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and pass in 15 credits at Level 3.
T levels
Merit.
- Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate
32 points overall
Irish Leaving Certificate
3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3
Scottish Highers
AAABB or above.
A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
Scottish Advanced Highers
BCC or above.
A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Additional GCSE Requirements
We also require GCSE grade C or 4 in Science, or equivalent qualification.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students(opens in a new window).
A levels
ABBBTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM
Combinations of BTEC and A levels
Extended Diploma: DDM
Diploma: DD plus B at A level.
Extended Certificate: D plus BB at A level.
BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers
International Baccalaureate
32 points overall.
- UEA International Study Centre
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies(opens in a new window) for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme
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- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2027/28 are:
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UK Students: £10,050
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International Students: £24,250
We estimate living expenses at £1,171 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships(opens in a new window) for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of course-related costs.
How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information: