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BA (Hons) Physical Education and School Sport (with Foundation Year)

Leeds Trinity University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

You’ll prepare for a wide range of careers by studying physical education in its broadest sense and school sport. Exploring the full lifecycle of physical education, you’ll gain knowledge and experience of physical education for primary and secondary school children, as well as adults in the community.

This four-year course includes an initial full-time Foundation Year and offers an alternative route into university and gaining a degree.

This route is for you if you do not have the necessary qualifications or don’t yet feel ready to begin degree-level study, or are returning to education and would like some support to get up to speed with learning in a university setting.

The Foundation Year in Sport and Health will allow you to develop your academic skills and confidence as well as introduce you to key concepts, debates and skills that will support and inform your subsequent years of undergraduate study.

General Eligibility

Leeds Trinity University is committed to recruiting students with talent and potential and who we feel will benefit greatly from their academic and non-academic experiences here. We treat every application on its own merits; we value highly the experience you illustrate in your personal statement.

UCAS tariff: 48

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Foundation Year

Core modules (students are required to take):

  • Academic Skills and Studying with Confidence
    We'll help you develop core academic skills such as using electronic resources, planning and note-taking, communication skills related to essay and report writing and delivering presentations. You'll learn how to manage your time, how to prioritise and how to manage stress, and you’ll become more confident in engaging with collaborative learning, debates, discussions and critical reflection.

  • Project
    You’ll study an area of interest related to your chosen degree. You’ll work individually on your project, whether that's a written report, a presentation and oral examination, a film or a series of blog posts. You’ll undertake problem-solving learning, and formative feedback and support will be provided throughout, helping develop your self-confidence.

  • Being Healthy in a Modern World
    You’ll explore the benefits of a healthy population at individual and societal levels as well as key innovations in health and healthcare provision. You’ll focus on modern health issues including sleep, nutrition, alcohol, physical activity and mental health, and consider their cause, effect and impact for diverse populations. You’ll learn fundamental theories and concepts through formal lectures, seminars and group workshops.

  • Introduction to Sport and Exercise
    You’ll be introduced to multi-disciplinary perspectives on sport, exercise and physical performance including physiological, psychological, biomechanical and pedagogical concepts. You'll explore performance testing and evaluation methods through interactive lectures, workshops and lab and field-based practical work.

2 Year 1

Core modules (students are required to take):

  • Introduction to Coaching and Teaching 

  • Policy and Practice in Sport and Physical Education 

  • Sociology and Psychology of Physical Education and Coaching 

  • Scientific Principles of Physical Education and Coaching 

3 Year 2

Core modules (students are required to take):

  • Physical Activity and Health Promotion  

  • Applied Pedagogy – Models Based Practice 

  • Applied Scientific Principles within Physical Education and Coaching 

  • Applying Professional Skills in Physical Education and School Sport 

4 Year 3

Core modules (students are required to take):

  • Independent Project 

  • Inclusive Physical Education and School Sport 

  • Working in Physical Education and School Sport 

  • Contemporary Debates in Physical Education and Sport 

Language Requirement

GCSE requirements: GCSE English Language or English Literature is also required at grade C/4 or higher

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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