University of Chichester
Physical Education (Secondary QTS) BA (Hons)
University of Chichester

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 80 graduates of Physical Education (Secondary QTS) BA (Hons) and other courses in Teacher Training at University of Chichester for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Teacher Training.

Overall student satisfaction
83 /100
80 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Teacher Training

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Teacher Training at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25500 £25000 £30500
25-75 percentile range £25000 - £27500 £23000 - £27500 £25000 - £33500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Teacher Training

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24783 £22751 £26621
25-75 percentile range £22331 - £27828 £17573 - £26442 £19843 - £31733

Course Description

If you are passionate about inspiring the next generation through fun and high-quality secondary physical education, this course is for you. Our BA (Hons) Physical Education (Secondary QTS) course provides the practical, professional, and academic skills that are needed to prepare you to become a secondary school PE teacher. The course leads to the recommendation of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), which enables you to teach in schools in England and Wales.

You will develop an understanding of the pedagogical practice to physically educate young people in a range of learning environments. The course will build on your existing knowledge of sport activity and provide the opportunity to develop a sound academic foundation on which you will build your teaching skills.

The University of Chichester has been training teachers for over 180 years and we look to train employable professionals who can teach and make a difference. You will be taught by experienced physical education specialists and our dedication to small teaching groups allows you to develop strong professional relationships with the University teaching team.

On this course you will: -Gain a thorough understanding of the pedagogy, psychology, sociology and physiology of secondary physical education. -Spend 32 weeks on placement in a secondary school. -Learn from experienced professionals who will look to support you throughout your degree. -Gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) allowing you to teach in England and Wales.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Physical Education (Secondary QTS) BA (Hons) at University of Chichester

90% Skilled trades occupations
5% Caring personal services
0% Administrative occupations
0% Business and public service associate professionals

****You will be assessed through a variety of methods including:**** - Your ability to plan, track and evaluate outcomes for pupils - Group presentations - Research projects - Lab work - Analysis of practical sports performance.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Qualification requirements

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6

No component less than 5.5

PTE Academic 50

50-57 and no lower than 50-57 in each component

TOEFL (iBT) 79

**At least: **

18 in Reading

17 in Listening

20 in Speaking

17 in Writing

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Physical Education (Secondary QTS), BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Physical Education (Secondary QTS) BA (Hons)

Ireland £9250 year 1
EU £15840 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
International £15840 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of University of Chichester in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Chichester in related subject specific rankings.

Education

    • #14 
    • #16 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #49 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

See all 9 university rankings of University of Chichester

About University of Chichester

The University of Chichester is a government funded university based in West Sussex, England. The main campus, known as Bishop Otter, is located in the cathedral city of Chichester. The university has another campus called Bognor Regis, situated close to Hotham Park. With 14 different departments, the university has a lot of study options to attract a variety of students.

List of 131 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Chichester - Course Catalogue

Student composition of University of Chichester

undergraduates:
4415
postgraduates:
635
Total:
5050
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Where is this programme taught

Bishop Otter Campus, Chichester
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