BSc (Hons) Sport, Physical Education and Health

The BSc (Hons) Sport and Physical Education course at Cardiff Metropolitan University is a full-time undergraduate programme that broadens the understanding of the science behind sports and physical activities. It encourages students to develop comprehensive professional knowledge and skills required in today's rapidly growing sports industry.Course Content: The course content primarily focuses on the education, health and welfare of children, adolescents, and adults in sports and physical activities. It combines multiple academic disciplines such as sport and exercise science, psychology, sociology, education, research methods, sports marketing, and social and health policy to provide students a multifaceted approach towards understanding how physical activities can impact human behaviour and overall health.Key Modules: Core modules include Foundations of Sport & PE, Active Play, Science of Performance, Sport Development, Active Children, Science of Rehabilitation, Sport Policy, Independent Project, and Inclusive Sport, among others. These modules are intended to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of sports education, its diverse operations, and roles.Accreditations: Prospective students should note that the course is endorsed by the Association for Physical Education (AfPE) and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). It also meets the Initial Teacher Training (ITT) requirements for a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Secondary Course in Physical Education including a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).Future Careers: Graduates of this programme can look forward to careers in PE teaching, sports coaching, sports development officers, teaching assistant roles, postgraduate study, researchers, or policy development within sport and physical activity sectors.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.aspx).