
Physical Education with QTS (Secondary) BA (Hons)
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Physical Education with QTS (Secondary) BA (Hons)
A Brighton Physical Education degree will ensure you are fully prepared to enter the teaching profession with the all-round experience and knowledge required to teach the National Curriculum for PE and play a critical role in the lives of young people.
The degree leads to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), the professional qualification for teachers, which is awarded by the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA). Brighton is rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted for secondary initial teacher education.
You’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter ...
<strong>A Brighton Physical Education degree will ensure you are fully prepared to enter the teaching profession with the all-round experience and knowledge required to teach the National Curriculum for PE and play a critical role in the lives of young people.</strong><br/><br/>The degree leads to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), the professional qualification for teachers, which is awarded by the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA). Brighton is rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted for secondary initial teacher education. <br/><br/>You’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. The course is packed with opportunities to gain real-world experience, with placements in each year of the degree, additional opportunities to work with schools running sporting festivals, and lots of practical sessions throughout your degree in our extensive sport facilities. You’ll also be able to take National Governing Body (NGB) awards. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best. <br/><br/>Brighton graduates have gone on to successful careers as physical education teachers, but the knowledge and experience you gain on the course prepares you for a variety of other roles too. Our graduates have found success in fields such as sport and leisure development, the armed forces, management, coaching and doctoral research. <br/><br/><strong>Top reasons to choose this course</strong><br/>• You’ll train to teach with an Ofsted ‘outstanding’ provider. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Sport courses at Brighton have received the 3-star ‘Enhancing’ grade for quality from the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). <br/><br/><br/><br/>• School placements in each year. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Additional opportunities to work with school pupils throughout your degree. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• You’ll gain the experience and knowledge required to teach the National Curriculum for Physical Education. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Extensive on-site sport facilities. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Opportunities to take National Governing Body (NGB) awards. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Brighton is 2nd in the UK for education courses – Guardian University Guide 2025. <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Why Brighton is a great place to study Physical Education</strong><br/>Brighton is less than an hour from central London, and Brighton & Hove Albion FC’s stadium is right next door to our Falmer campus where you’ll be studying. The city hosts many large-scale sporting events, including the UK’s third largest marathon, and was chosen as a host city for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. <br/><br/>Brighton is named one of the best cities on the planet and the third best city in the UK by Time Out.
Why Choose University of Brighton During Clearing?
At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. 100% of courses offer work experience, and opportunities like placements and study abroad will make your CV stand out. Brighton is in the top 1/3 in the UK for employment or further study (LEO 2022).
Located on the south coast, students benefit from living and studying in the 3rd best city in the UK (Time Out). It’s independent and inclusive; a place where everyone belongs. The music and arts scene is up-and-c...
At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. 100% of courses offer work experience, and opportunities like placements and study abroad will make your CV stand out. Brighton is in the top 1/3 in the UK for employment or further study (LEO 2022).<br/><br/>Located on the south coast, students benefit from living and studying in the 3rd best city in the UK (Time Out). It’s independent and inclusive; a place where everyone belongs. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round.<br/><br/>The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university.<br/><br/>The Brighton Summer Boost offers funding and support to eligible students, including up to £700 towards travel costs, free parking on campus, technology loans and more.<br/><br/>If you’d like to visit the university to see whether it’s right for you, attend a Clearing campus tour or visit day. Click Visit Website below to book your place.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Brighton
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
X1C6
Institution Code
B72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H3,H3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE (minimum grade C or grade 4). At least five GCSEs including English language and maths. Students must be in the process of re-taking the required GCSE(s).
A level
T Level
M
Education and Childcare, Health, Healthcare Science or Science T Level accepted for this course.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £17,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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