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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Secondary Physical Education with QTS
Birmingham City University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Secondary Physical Education with QTS course at Birmingham City University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
112 UCAS tariff points from three A Levels. Grades BBC (or equivalent). Required subjects: At least one Science/Health/Sports related subject. Excluded subjects: General Studies.
You may also need to
Attend an interview
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £17,690 per year |
| International | £17,690 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: X13B
Here's what Birmingham City University says about its Secondary Physical Education with QTS course.
If you have a passion for Physical Education and Sport, inspiring and educating young learners, and want the best possible career opportunities after graduating, then this is the course for you.
The School of Education and Social Work is a leading provider of Initial Teacher Training (ITT) in the West Midlands with a strong partnership across a diverse range of secondary schools. Located in the heart of the West Midlands, you will gain practical experience in a range of schools with a rich variety of cultural and linguistic influences, religious beliefs and social diversity. The Department of Sport and Exercise, part of the School of Health Sciences, is committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of work it undertakes related to sport and exercise, sports therapy, physiotherapy and physical education and school sport. You will really value the vibrant and practice-led learning environment we create and the opportunities that we offer our students. This course will enable you to teach PE to secondary school aged pupils (11-16 year olds) and includes some post-16 enhancement.
You will also benefit from the unique and strong partnership between PE and Sports and Exercise Science teacher educators and subject specialists who are at the forefront of practice in their fields.
£1,000 scholarships for 2025/26
If you apply to BCU by 30 June 2025, you could be eligible for one of our £1,000 scholarships:
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Accelerate – if you are from a lower income family or household
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High Achievers’ – if you achieve 144 UCAS points or more from your main three qualifications
For full details and terms, visit www.bcu.ac.uk/scholarships
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of Education and Social Work
Location
University House / City South Campus | Birmingham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Secondary teaching
Start date
September 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
The modules you will study
Modules will cover topics such as: • Anatomy and Physiology • An Introduction to Physical Education • Professional Studies • School Placement • Skill Acquisition • Developing your pedagogy in Physical Education • Mastering Physical Education • Professional Enquiry
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Birmingham City University students who took the Secondary Physical Education with QTS course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
75%
low
Teaching on my course
75%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
78%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
83%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
70%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
69%
low
Learning opportunities
80%
low
Learning opportunities
80%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
79%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
83%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
84%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
74%
low
Assessment and feedback
75%
low
Assessment and feedback
75%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
73%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
77%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
65%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
95%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
64%
low
Academic support
72%
low
Academic support
72%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
68%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
76%
low
Organisation and management
54%
low
Organisation and management
54%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
63%
low
How well organised is your course?
45%
low
Learning resources
87%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
84%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
91%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
86%
med
Student voice
70%
low
Student voice
70%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
63%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
77%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
69%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
64%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
80%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
77%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Birmingham City University. These students are taking Secondary Physical Education with QTS or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Psychology | B | |||||
| Sociology | B | |||||
| English Literature | B | |||||
| Religious Studies | C | |||||
| History | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Secondary Physical Education with QTS at Birmingham City University.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Birmingham City University graduates who took Secondary Physical Education with QTS - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.1k
First year after graduation
£25.9k
Third year after graduation
£29.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Secondary Physical Education with QTS.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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At Birmingham City University, we make it easy for you succeed. Our focus on practical skills and real-world learning means you'll leave ready to make waves in your chosen career.
University is about more than a degree - it's an experience that shapes your future, unlocks your potential and helps you grow professionally and personally.
Located at the heart of the UK's second city, studying at BCU means you'll be at the centre of it all, experiencing student life to the fullest. Our cutting-edge facilities, vibrant and diverse city-centre location bring our students a wealth of opportunities, industry connections and not to mention, a whole lot of fun.
Birmingham City University open days
Open Days are the perfect way to find out more about university, you’ll be able to attend course talks, meet lecturers, chat to current students, find out about finance and other support services. It also offers a great way to get a feel for campus life and help you see firsthand why Birmingham City University is a great place to study.
Our next open days are taking place on:
• Thursday 12 June – Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
• Saturday 28 June
Source: Birmingham City University