**Why Physical Education and Coaching?**
Our Physical Education and Coaching degree allows you to build practical skills and theoretical knowledge, as you focus on the development of young people in sports teaching and coaching contexts. You’ll develop expertise in different teaching approaches, contemporary educational policy and inclusive practice, offering an ideal platform to progress to a teacher training qualification such as a PGCE, or for a range of other roles. With the chance to gain experience on placements, in settings from schools to community sports clubs, our graduates stand out from the crowd.
You’ll draw on the experience of lecturers including qualified teachers and sports coaches with links to GB Rowing, British Equestrian, GB Paralympic squads and the England and Wales Cricket Board. They’ll help you develop skills in sports such as football, netball, swimming and athletics, as well as activities such as dance, Zumba and Parkour. There are opportunities to enhance your CV as you study, by gaining UK Coaching qualifications, teaching overseas on our Sport Malawi project or setting yourself up as a freelance practitioner (additional costs may apply, see course web page for details). You’ll benefit from brand new sports facilities at our Oxstalls campus, including an international-standard sports arena, 3G pitches, dedicated pitches for rugby, hockey and football and a cricket pavilion and pitch. This is in addition to our state-of-the-art sport and exercise science labs, fitness suites and strength and conditioning facilities.
**Why University of Gloucestershire?**
We’ve been using our expertise to support and inspire students since 1847. Join us and you will benefit from professional-standard facilities in the beautiful, historic surroundings of Cheltenham and Gloucester. Our vibrant and tight-knit community of over 10,000 students and staff paired with a wide variety of courses means you will have the best of both worlds – a diverse community of sports clubs, societies and activities while also benefiting from specialist lecturers who value you as an individual.
Who Cares? We do. We care about our students and the planet. We listened to what our students value most, turning our prospectus digital and providing opportunities for them to protect the planet and move on to study in an environment that works hard to support future generations. As a result, we’re proud that the University of Gloucestershire has been judged the UK’s most sustainable university.
Our students never tire of finding inspiration here in the dynamic county of Gloucestershire, home to over 45 festivals every year, including 2000trees, Wychwood and the world-famous Cheltenham Literature festival. Many students gain valuable skills and experience working at these events alongside their studies.
**After the course**
Your story with us doesn’t end at graduation. We are proud of our record that 92% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study within six months of completing their course*, and throughout your studies we are committed to working with you to develop your future plan.
*Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2021 and based on 2018/19 leavers.
**Experience an open day**
Book yourself a place at a University of Gloucestershire open day at www.glos.ac.uk/BookAnOpenDay. Our open days have been designed to inform you, inspire you, and help you make the right decision about your next step. It’s your chance to see the university for yourself, get a real insight into what we're about and meet your potential course tutors and lecturers. Our friendly student ambassadors will also be on hand to show you round your campus.
**To find out more information about this course, visit www.glos.ac.uk/OurCourses, email us on enquiries@glos.ac.uk or call 03330 14 14 14.**
Course Details - Modules
The course includes both practical and theoretical aspects of teaching PE. You’ll explore sports taught in schools, such as football, netball, swimming and athletics, as well as more alternative activities such as dance, Zumba and parkour. You’ll work with the physical education team, all of whom have Qualified Teacher Status and experience teaching in schools. They will develop your expertise in different teaching approaches, contemporary educational policy and inclusive practice.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January 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.
Application Codes
Course code:
A4R5
Institution code:
G50
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language and Mathematics (or equivalent) are normally required.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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AdditionalDetails
International students will need to produce evidence of an acceptable score on an approved English language test such as IELTS.
We run pre-sessional English language courses to help you prepare for undergraduate or postgraduate study.
