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Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- UCAS Course Code
- C600
- 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 Outcomes Survey 2022-23Course Overview
Why BSc Physical Education at UEA?
Prepare for your future career in teaching Physical Education at UEA, home to the renowned School of Education and Lifelong Learning and the Norfolk School Games. Learn to inspire and engage the next generation.
Why choose UEA?
- School partnerships: Strong PGCE links with schools and education providers across the region
- Expert teaching: Learn from researchers, practitioners, and international consultants with cutting-edge insights
- Excellent facilities: Access our state-of-the-art facilities, including the Sportspark at the heart of our Active Campus
What is Physical Education?
Build a strong foundation in the fundamental principles of physical education and school sport. You’ll learn to design and deliver effective teaching sessions, understand the policy contexts of physical education, and develop a broad teaching toolkit.
You’ll explore both traditional and alternative sports, examine government policy, and acquire practical teaching skills.
Hands-on learning and research are central to the course. You’ll complete an extended placement to build valuable real-world teaching experience and boost your future career prospects.
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Careers
Career Pathways
With a BSc in Physical Education, you could launch a career as a:
- Secondary PE Teacher: Teach physical education to secondary‑age pupils, helping them develop physical skills, confidence, and a lifelong understanding of activity
- Primary School Teacher: Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum to young children, supporting their academic, social, and physical development
- Sports Coach: Provide structured training and guidance to help individuals or teams improve their skills, performance, and enjoyment in sport
- Education Consultant: Advise schools, organisations, or professionals on improving teaching, learning, curriculum design, or educational strategy
- Educational Researcher: Investigate educational practices, behaviours, and systems to generate evidence that informs policy and improves teaching
Career Support
You’ll build strong skills and develop your interests through extended placements, helping you prepare for your future career.
Expert lecturers and industry professionals will also provide guidance and tailored advice to help you translate your learning into professional practice.
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
After graduation, you’ll have the skills to progress to a PGCE in primary teaching or secondary physical education.
You’ll also be ready for careers in sports coaching, physical activity promotion, education research, and consultancy.
Whatever your ambitions, we’ll support you to achieve your goals and reach your potential at UEA.
Study and Modules
Structure
Our Physical Education, Sport and Health (PESH) courses share common year one modules, giving you flexibility to transfer to another course after year one.
- BSc Physical Education, Sport, and Health(opens in a new window)
- BSc Physical Activity and Health(opens in a new window)
- BSc Sports Development(opens in a new window)
In your first year, you’ll explore the fundamentals of physical education, sport and health. You’ll explore how the human body responds to sport and physical activity, examining fitness and training principles for wellbeing and performance. You’ll also study sport and exercise psychology, gaining insight into how people learn and develop motor skills.
Whatever your academic background, we’ll support you to develop your professional identity in PESH and transition successfully 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 study a combination of modules from a wide variety of subjects. You’ll learn how to design and deliver effective teaching sessions and understand the policy shaping physical education.
Hands on research and experience in Physical Education are emphasised, eventually becoming the building blocks of your year three dissertation research project. You’ll receive an overview of common research methods in PESH, learnt via both practical sessions and lectures. You’ll also undertake an extended work placement with a local organisation of your choice.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A 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 start of your final year, you’ll have the skills to plan, conduct, and complete an original piece of research in your area of interest, under the guidance of an expert lecturer. You’ll learn how to collect and analyse data, transforming your findings into a substantial research report.
You’ll also choose from a range of modules to further support your future career aspirations, with topics such as alternative sports, aesthetic activities, sociology, and psychology.
By the end of year three, you’ll have mastered a range of employability, professional, and personal skills that will be directly applicable to your future teaching career.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 20)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.
Teaching and Learning, and Assessment
Teaching and Learning
In your first year, you’ll learn through interactive lectures and smaller seminars.
In lectures, you’ll develop note-taking skills and share your ideas with other students.
Seminars focus on applying theory to real situations. You’ll complete individual and group tasks to explore ideas and solve problems in classrooms and practical spaces. Seminars also help you build confidence in presenting and improve your communication skills.
In your second year, you’ll deepen your knowledge by choosing from a wide range of modules. You’ll also develop stronger independent research skills with continued academic and wellbeing support.
In your final year, you can specialise in topics that inspire you most. You’ll benefit from longer seminars, optional field trips, and guidance while completing your dissertation.
Throughout your degree, dedicated teams are available to support your study, research, and writing skills. You’ll also receive personalised wellbeing and accessibility support whenever you need it. You’ll have access to the Learning Enhancement Team and Student Support. If you’re an aspiring student athlete, UEA+Sport will also help you unlock your potential.
Assessment
Throughout your time at UEA, we’ll assess your learning in different ways to help prepare you for your future career
In year one, you’ll experience assessments including exams, presentations, essays, and professional portfolios. These assessments help you adjust to university study and showcase your practical work. Before submitting assignments, you’ll practise tasks and receive feedback to help you improve. Lecturers will provide written or verbal feedback depending on the assessment.
In year two, assessments will come from work completed in your core and optional modules. You’ll write essays, give presentations, create resources, develop research proposals, and deliver practical Physical Education lessons.
In your final year, assessment will focus on coursework that shows your skills and knowledge. You may complete practical demonstrations, essays, presentations, and creative resources. You’ll also produce videos or write grant proposals to build valuable employability skills. For your dissertation, you’ll work with a supervisor who will guide you and provide feedback.
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
Obtain an overall 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
ABB
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 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 yet meet the English language requirements for this course, UEA International Study Centre offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
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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: