BSc (Hons) Physical Education at University of Gloucestershire

Be inspired to change the future of physical education and sport within schools. Gain hands-on experience via a range of placements, embedded throughout your degree. We’ll challenge you to plan and deliver inclusive and engaging sessions, designed to successfully overcome barriers to participation in sport and physical activity.

Department: Education and Learning  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; part-time no fixed duration  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2027; September 2028  |  Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules. Level 4 (Year 1): Human Structure and Function, Introduction to Primary Physical Education, Introduction to Secondary Physical Education, Introduction to Sport & Exercise Psychology, Study Skills and Principles of Research, Introduction to Professional Practice in Sport, Introduction to Sport Sociology and Ethics, Introduction to Sport Pedagogy; Level 5 (Year 2): Growth & Development, Outdoor & Adventurous Activities, Adapting the Physical Education curriculum, Research Methods, Developing Professional Practice and Placement, Pedagogy in Practice, Children in society: Family, school and community, Sport, Health and Social Issues; Level 6 (final year): Contemporary Practice and Policy in Physical Education and School Sport, Alternative Physical Activities in Schools, Teaching Accredited Courses in Physical Education, Dissertation, Health Promotion for Wellness and Wellbeing.

Career pathways

Our sports science courses are ranked 1st in the UK for career prospects by The Guardian University Guide 2027.

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