Secondary Physical Education (with QTS) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Our course is designed to develop confident, reflective and highly skilled teachers who are ready to make a positive difference in today’s diverse classrooms. We combine academic excellence with extensive practical experience, ensuring you graduate with the knowledge, professional confidence and classroom expertise that schools value. Throughout your training, you will be supported by an experienced and dedicated team of tutors who are recognised for the high levels of academic guidance, pastoral care and professional mentoring they provide.

We set high expectations for all trainee teachers while creating a supportive learning environment that prioritises wellbeing, inclusion and personal growth. You will learn from tutors who are passionate about education and bring specialist expertise in areas such as adaptive teaching, inclusion and SEND, Early Years practice, behaviour management, wellbeing, and the full range of National Curriculum subjects.

Our strong partnerships with schools ensure that your learning is closely connected to classroom practice. Placements take place every year of the course and are supported by trained school mentors and university staff, enabling you to develop your teaching skills in real educational settings while receiving expert guidance and feedback.

What makes this course distinctive:

* Extensive school partnerships providing meaningful placement experiences each year, supported by trained mentors and university tutors.

·       Expert-led teaching from specialists in inclusion, SEND, behaviour, wellbeing and the full range of  school based experience leading the Physical Education.

* A strong focus on inclusion, equality and diversity, preparing you to teach and support all learners.

* Pastoral support and wellbeing guidance to help you thrive personally and professionally throughout your training.

* Masterclasses and conferences featuring alumni, educational specialists and nationally recognised experts.

* Enrichment opportunities, including visits to diverse educational settings and collaborative learning experiences.

* Innovative digital learning platforms that complement face-to-face teaching and develop your digital literacy as an educator.

* Strong community links, including partnerships with faith organisations, schools and sport-based initiatives that promote active and healthy lifestyles.

Based at our welcoming Walsall campus, with excellent transport links and parking, you will join a supportive learning community while building the knowledge skills and behaviours needed for a successful career in teaching.