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Sport and Health at UEA
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Find out moreBSc (Hons) Sports Development
Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- UCAS Course Code
- C620
- Typical Offer
- ABB
- Contextual Offer
- BBC
- Course Length
- 3 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2027
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100%
Of graduates go on to work and/or study within 15 months after the course
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021-23Course Overview
Why BSc Sports Development at UEA?
Turn your sporting passion into a career with BSc Sports Development. Explore how sport can drive participation, tackle inequalities, and support athlete development in real-world settings.
Why choose UEA
- Flexible degree: Choose study options from partnership working to high-performance sport
- Expert teaching: Learn from specialists in sports participation, elite performance, athlete transitions, and gender equality
- Industry partnerships: Join an exciting community including UEA Sport, Active Norfolk, and Norwich City FC
What is BSc Sports Development?
Imagine creating community sport programmes that inspire participation for all, experiencing elite performance environments, or shaping the future of physical activity and wellbeing. These are just some of the exciting journeys you can take on UEA’s Sport Development degree.
You’ll explore how sport transforms lives and communities, from tackling inequalities to developing pathways that help athletes thrive.
You’ll explore the principles of sport and physical activity development, learn to tackle inequalities, and nurture elite athletes to reach their full potential.
As part of a vibrant sports development community including UEA Sportspark, Active Norfolk, and Norwich City FC, you’ll experience sport development in action. These partnerships will enrich your learning, expand your professional networks, and open doors to future opportunities.
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Careers
Career Pathways
With a BSc in Sports Development, you could launch a career as a:
- Sports development officer: Focus on increasing participation in sport and physical activity through community programmes, outreach initiatives, and partnerships
- Sports performance coach: Work with athletes to optimise physical and psychological performance through training, analysis, and specialist support
- Marketing officer: Promote organisations through targeted campaigns that engage audiences and influence sport and physical activity participation and visibility
- Event manager: Plan, organise, and deliver sports events by coordinating logistics, people, and resources
- Policy officer: Contribute to policy development, public health initiatives, or elite athlete programmes
Career Support
You’ll gain career-ready experience through extended placements integrated into your studies. Guidance from expert lecturers and industry professionals helps you apply your learning in the workplace.
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 be ready to pursue a wide variety of careers, including sports coaching, sports development, sports performance, marketing, education, event management, or government and national governing body roles.
Whatever your ambitions, we’ll support you every step of the way to unleash your potential at UEA.
Study and Modules
Structure
We have a common set 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:
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 study a combination of topics across different areas, exploring the organisations, policies, and practices of sport development and high-performance sport.
You’ll gain hands-on experience in sport development, which will form the basis for your third-year dissertation. You’ll also receive an overview of common research methods used in the field, with teaching that blends theory and practice. To further expand your practical experience, we’ll support you in undertaking an extended work placement with an 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
Building on the foundation of your first two years, you’ll enter your final year ready to see your own unique research project through from inception to completion. You’ll collect and analyse data, learning how to communicate your findings through a research report.
You’ll also have the opportunity to choose advanced modules that align with your research interests and professional goals.
By the end of year three, you’ll have developed a strong arsenal of academic, professional, and personal skills, fully preparing you to embark on your chosen 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 year one, you’ll learn through interactive lectures and smaller seminars that will build your confidence in note-taking and presenting ideas. Seminars focus on applying theory to real situations through individual and group activities in classrooms and practical learning spaces.
In year two, 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. Longer seminars, optional field trips, and dissertation guidance help prepare you for your next steps.
Throughout your degree, dedicated teams are there to support your study, research, and writing skills. You’ll have access to personalised wellbeing and accessibility support whenever you need it. These include 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 prepare you for your future.
In year one, you’ll try different assessments including exams, presentations, essays, and professional portfolios. You’ll practise assignments and receive feedback to help you improve your work. Lecturers may provide 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 write 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.
- 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
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
ABBInternational 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).
- 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(opens in a new window) 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, 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: