Physical Activity and Health with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)
University of East Anglia
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 35 graduates of Physical Activity and Health with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons) and other courses in Sport and Exercise Sciences at University of East Anglia for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Sport and Exercise Sciences.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Sport and Exercise Sciences
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Sport and Exercise Sciences 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 | |
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Median salary | £20000 | £22500 | £28000 |
25-75 percentile range | £12000 - £26000 | £18000 - £24500 | £24000 - £32000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Sport and Exercise Sciences
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22438 | £20448 | £24818 |
25-75 percentile range | £18849 - £25991 | £15981 - £24541 | £19498 - £30391 |
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Course Description
Overview
Achieve a sense of wellness and strive to promote this in others, with a degree in Physical Activity and Health.
You’ll learn about the impact of physical inactivity among a variety of populations groups and consider community-based approaches to changing promoting healthy behaviours through a multi-disciplinary perspective.
Supported by the highly regarded School of Education and Lifelong Learning, you will develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills, through an innovative blend of teaching methods and hands on research.
The course is enriched with an embedded placement opportunity and an empirical research experience. Such activities will further equip you with everything you’ll need for a successful career in physical activity and health promotion following graduation.
Challenge yourself to tackle social inequalities and use your newfound skills and knowledge to advocate for physical activity and promote a lifelong approach to healthy behaviours amongst the community.
On this course, you’ll spend your third year studying abroad before returning to UEA for your final year.
About This Course
The UEA SportsPark is a multi-million-pound sports facility and is what we call home for both classroom and practical teaching.
Our staff are active researchers and practitioners within the field. Their expertise informs module content and highlights key developments within the sector of physical activity and health.
In year 1, you’ll explore the fundamental principles underpinning the study of Physical Education, Sport and Health. Modules are designed to facilitate a smooth transition into higher education study for everyone.
We operate a common suite of Year 1 modules in our Physical Education, Sport and Health (PESH) cluster, which means you’ll have the opportunity to transfer to one of the following courses after Year 1, if you have discovered an alternative career route:
- BSc Physical Education, Sport and Health
- BSc Physical Education
- BSc Sports Development
In years 2 and 4, you’ll study a number of physical activity and health-related compulsory modules. You’ll be autonomous in choosing from a menu of optional module choices covering additional aspects of physical activity and health landscape.
Your third year will be spent at one of our partner institutions in North America, Australia and New Zealand, where you will have the opportunity to discover how other countries and cultures approach physical activity, health, physical education and sport development.
Upon your return from your Study Abroad year into your final year of study, you’ll undertake an empirical research project which will allow you to delve into an area you are passionate about. By Year 4, you’ll have mastered a range of employability, professional and personal skills, applicable to your aspiring workplace.
While undertaking this course, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue a variety of nationally accredited coaching and physical activity activator awards. All of these will enhance your employability and broaden your horizons.
We have support from an excellent Careers Central Advisers, who will support you with your personal and professional development and applications into relevant sector roles.
Disclaimer
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.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Physical Activity and Health with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons) at University of East Anglia
25% | Other Educational Professionals |
20% | Legal professionals |
15% | Media Professionals |
15% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Finance Professionals |
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Sport and Exercise Sciences
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English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS score of 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
Costs
Tuition Fees Physical Activity and Health with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £20600 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. Fees for continuing students (i.e. those on courses of greater than one year in length) will normally increase annually. This increase will not exceed 4% or the % increase of the UK Government regulated fee whichever is higher. The fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.
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 East Anglia in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of East Anglia in related subject specific rankings.
Sports Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About University of East Anglia
The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a government funded research university located in Norwich, England. The university operates from a single campus site which includes the Norwich Research Park and the Bob Champion Research and Education Building, as well a 24-hour library, a concert and gig venue, and the on-campus accommodation.
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Student composition of University of East Anglia
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Total number of students enrolled at University of East Anglia by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13095
- postgraduates:
- 3400
- Total:
- 16495
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Exercise For Health”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Physical Activity and Health BSc (Hons) | University of East Anglia | - | - | - | £9250 | £20600 | - | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Exercise and Health Science BSc (Hons) | University of Aberdeen | - | - | - | £9250 | £26100 £24800 | - | Aberdeen | On campus Full-time | |
Physical Activity and Health with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons) | University of East Anglia | - | - | - | £9250 | £20600 | - | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Physical Education, Sport and Health with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons) | University of East Anglia | 88% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £20600 | 155 | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Physical Education, Sport and Health BSc (Hons) | University of East Anglia | 94% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £20600 | 158 | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Physical Activity, Sport and Health BSc (Hons) | Sheffield Hallam University | 72% | 1% | 9% | £9250 | £15860 £16655 | 139 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation BSc (Hons) | Middlesex University | - | - | - | £9250 | £15100 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity BA (Hons) | Durham University | - | - | - | £9250 | £24900 | - | Durham | On campus Full-time | |
Sport and Exercise Science (Nutrition) BSc (Hons) | Kingston University | 78% | 10% | 25% | £9250 | - | 139 | Kingston upon Thames | On campus Full-time | |
Sport and Exercise Science (Nutrition) with Professional Placement BSc (Hons) | Kingston University | 78% | 10% | 15% | £9250 | - | 106 | Kingston upon Thames | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023