**Why study Physical Education at Liverpool John Moores University?**
- The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences is ranked 6th for Sports Science (QS World University Rankings 2024)
- Developed by expert academics with an international reputation for the delivery of physical education
- Combines practical and theoretical aspects of physical education
- Gain real-world experience and skills within the local community through work placements and an optional sandwich year. LJMU offers strong partnerships with both primary and secondary sch...
**Why study Physical Education at Liverpool John Moores University?**<br/>- The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences is ranked 6th for Sports Science (QS World University Rankings 2024)<br/><br/><br/>- Developed by expert academics with an international reputation for the delivery of physical education<br/><br/><br/>- Combines practical and theoretical aspects of physical education<br/><br/><br/>- Gain real-world experience and skills within the local community through work placements and an optional sandwich year. LJMU offers strong partnerships with both primary and secondary schools for placement opportunities<br/><br/><br/>- Offers excellent career opportunities in a variety of areas, such as teaching (upon completion of an Initial Teacher Training programme), sport coaching, sport development or youth and community work<br/><br/><br/>**About your course**<br/>On our PE degree, youll learn about a wide range of topics, including teaching methods, physical training concepts, psychological theories related to sport and exercise, social issues in physical education such as gender, race and media, and historical and philosophical aspects related to PE.<br/><br/>This engaging and challenging BSc (Hons) Physical Education course integrates the theoretical and practical aspects of physical education into one exciting degree programme. There continues to be a high demand for graduates with the skills, knowledge and confidence to promote health and fitness, competitive sport and engagement with physical activity in a range of educational, community and other settings. This degree offers you the chance to specialise in physical education, exploring both the theory and practical aspects of the subject.<br/><br/>Students on the course apply their learning in practical physical education sessions, through assignments such as research projects, and work placements in industry. This combination of up to date theory and practical application serves our students well as they develop their careers through teacher training programmes, post-graduate study (Masters degrees and PhDs), in education (primary and secondary schools, further education), and at a host of non-teaching areas (businesses, community groups such as charities, and the uniformed services).<br/><br/>During your studies, you will develop your own philosophies and interests while being introduced to innovative concepts of physical education. You will gain a wide variety of essential professional skills and qualities that can form the foundation for a successful career teaching physical education in primary, secondary or further education, though teaching is not the only career pathway available.<br/><br/>The programme synthesises the practical and theoretical aspects of physical education through an extensive range of activities and contexts. You will have the opportunity to take part in innovative entrepreneurial projects by working within sport and physical education in different educational establishments and sporting ventures. This includes excellent work-related learning and placement opportunities with organisations such as LJMUs in-house Sport Start scheme.<br/><br/>You will be assigned a student peer mentor, and this support will be available before you arrive at LJMU and for the duration of your academic studies.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Mount Pleasant Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
4K59
Institution Code
L51
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS Tariff112 128 Scottish HigherAcceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. Access to HE DiplomaAcceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeAcceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM DDM Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. A levelB,B,C A,B,B Minimum Number of A Levels: 2 Maximum AS UCAS Points: 20 Subject requirements: one Science related subject T LevelTo obtain the required UCAS points from a related subject area. Contact the Course Enquiries team for details. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
International | £18,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |