University of East Anglia
Physical Education, Sport 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 Education, Sport 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.

Overall student satisfaction
88 /100
35 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

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
Median salary £20000 £22500 £28000
25-75 percentile range £12000 - £26000 £18000 - £24500 £24000 - £32000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Sport and Exercise Sciences

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22438 £20448 £24818
25-75 percentile range £18849 - £25991 £15981 - £24541 £19498 - £30391

Course Description

Overview

Train for a boundary-pushing career in Physical Education, Sport, and Health. If you are interested in working across the diverse and exhilarating landscape of sport and physical activity, but not quite sure what this looks like yet, then this degree is for you.

Supported by the highly regarded School of Education and Lifelong Learning, you’ll 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 explore a broad range of topics. Be courageous and embrace a sector that is diverse, fast paced, and in need of future practitioners who can adapt to change.

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.

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 Activity and Health
  • BSc Physical Education
  • BSc Sports Development

In years 2 and 4, you’ll be autonomous in choosing from a menu of module choices covering different aspects of the Physical Education, Sport and Health landscape.

Your third year will be spent at one of our partner institutions in North America, Australia and New Zealand, where you’ll have the opportunity to discover how other countries and cultures approach physical activity, health, physical education and sport development.

In your final year, 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.

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, Sport and Health with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons) at University of East Anglia

25% Protective service occupations
20% Finance Professionals
15% Managers, directors and senior officials
15% Engineering professionals
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Administrative occupations
5% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations
5% Artistic, literary and media occupations
5% Information Technology Professionals

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6

IELTS score of 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Physical Education, Sport and Health with a Year Abroad, BSc (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, Sport and Health with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
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

    • #3 
    • #3 
    Sports Science
    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

undergraduates:
13095
postgraduates:
3400
Total:
16495
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