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Sport and Health at UEA
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Find out moreBSc (Hons) Sports Development with a Year Abroad
Key details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- UCAS Course Code
- C62A
- Typical Offer
- ABB
- Contextual Offer
- BBC
- Course Length
- 4 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2025
Course options
Other Start Dates
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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
Embark on a transformative journey with UEA’s Sports Development course. Discover how theoretical knowledge intertwines with practical application, shaping the principles of sports and physical activity development. Dive into a dynamic curriculum supported by innovative teaching methods and hands-on research, igniting your passion and preparing you for a fulfilling career.
Choose UEA for excellence in Sports Development. Our School of Education and Lifelong Learning offers a supportive environment led by staff whose expertise in sports participation, elite performance, athlete transitions, and gender equality bridge theory with practice. Our research and innovative teaching will prepare you for a successful career in sports development after graduation.
Expand your university experience with a year abroad, learning about sports development in a new cultural context. With global learning opportunities in Europe, Asia, Austrasia and North America, you can gain new perspectives and stand out to prospective employers by building global connections and learning new skills.
Immerse yourself in UEA's state-of-the-art SportsPark, a hub for your academic and practical learning where you’ll be supported every step of your sport development journey. You’ll encounter a unique community in Norwich and Norfolk including UEA Sport, Active Norfolk and even visits to Norwich City FC to enrich learning, build networks, and broaden horizons.
Discover diverse career paths with a BSc in Sports Development. Gain nationally accredited coaching and officiating awards plus the UEA Award for better job prospects. Graduates excel in event management, marketing, youth sport, and operations. Our dedicated careers adviser offers personalised support, guiding your professional growth and career goals.
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Year Abroad
On this course, you’ll get an insight into how other countries and cultures approach participation and performance sports development by spending a year studying abroad. You can study at one of our partner universities in Europe, Asia, Australasia or North America.
Your time abroad will be an invaluable academic and cultural experience, one that most students consider the highlight of their time at university. It will also demonstrate your adaptability and resilience to future employers.
For further details, visit our Study Abroad section of our website.
Careers
Career Pathways
Example of careers that you could enter include:
- Sport development officer
- Physical activity development officer
- Sports operations and marketing
- Performance sport development
- Educational training and development
- Local authority community development
Discover more on our Careers webpages.
After the Course
You’ll graduate as a skilled and confident advocate for all forms of participation and performance sport development. You’ll be well placed to enter a range of sectors and organisations, including national governing bodies of sport, local authorities, Active Partnerships and sports coaching organisations, physical activity and health promotion, the fitness industry, business research, educational research, youth, community and charity work.
In addition, many of our graduates decide to continue their studies with postgraduate courses such as Sports Development, Sports Management and Marketing, Sports Science, Coaching Studies, Strength and Conditioning, or a Master’s by Research.
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.
- 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
Combinations of BTEC and A levels
Extended Diploma: DDM
Contextual: DMM
Diploma: DD plus B at A level
Contextual: DD plus C at A level.
Extended Certificate: D plus BB at A level
Contextual: D plus BC at A level.
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
T levels
Obtain an overall Pass including a B in the core of the T Level and a Distinction in the Occupational Specialism. We accept: Health, Healthcare Science or Science
- 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
Scottish Advanced Highers
BCC. 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.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
A levels
ABB
BTEC
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
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).
- INTO UEA
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO UEA 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 yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA 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
View our information for Tuition Fees(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
You’re eligible for reduced fees during your year abroad. Further details are available on our Tuition Fee webpage.
Extra costs, related to items such as your travel and accommodation during your year abroad, will vary depending on location.
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of other 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: