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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Physical Education, Sport and Health

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Physical Education, Sport and Health course at University of East Anglia.

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Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at University of East Anglia. These students are taking Physical Education, Sport and Health or another course from the same subject area.

Sport and exercise sciences
SubjectGrade
Physical EducationB
PsychologyB
BiologyD
GeographyC
MathematicsB
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: C640

Here's what University of East Anglia says about its Physical Education, Sport and Health course.

Overview

Shape the future of Physical Education, sport, and health at UEA, where theory combines with real-world experience. Spark your creativity and fuel your passion for a transformative career in this dynamic field.

You’ll build a strong foundation in the fundamental principles of physical education, sport, and health while studying the human body and the positive impact of physical activity on wellbeing. You’ll discover expert training techniques to boost health, happiness, and performance, for everyone from absolute beginners to elite athletes. You’ll have the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests, exploring topics such as sports psychology, policy and partnerships, and the science of physical activity.

You’ll work with experts in physical education, elite erformance, and health promotion who are leading researchers and practitioners in their fields. Hands-on research and experience are emphasised, and you’ll undertake an extended work placement to enhance your real-world skills.

At UEA, you’ll have access to our state-of-the-art facilities, including the world-class Sportspark at the heart of our Active Campus. You’ll have the freedom to enjoy off-site adventures on the North Norfolk Coast, in Thetford Forest, and at Norfolk Snow Sports Club. You’ll also benefit from our exciting collaborations with local organisations like Norwich City Football Club, all of which make UEA the ultimate destination for sport.

Upon graduation, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to progress to a rewarding career in physical education, sport, and health. Our graduates thrive in dynamic fields, securing roles in schools, sports development, performance advising, event management, physical activity promotion, social prescribing, and private fitness ventures, amongst others. Whatever your career ambitions, we’ll support you every step of the way to unleash your potential at UEA.

Disclaimer

Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Source: University of East Anglia

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

School of Education and Lifelong Learning

Location

Main Site | Norwich

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Sports coaching

• Sports development

• Sports studies

• Sport and exercise sciences

• Exercise for health

Start date

14 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,790 per year
Scotland£9,790 per year
Wales£9,790 per year
Northern Ireland£9,790 per year
Channel Islands£9,790 per year
International£23,100 per year

University of East Anglia student reviews

(4.1)
Based on 120 reviews from University of East Anglia's students and alumni
5 star
39%
4 star
41%
3 star
15%
2 star
4%
1 star
1%
All reviews

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Unknown year

1 year ago

Overall id say that the inversity is okay, the course is good however the lectuerers arent the best and often times lectures feel quite pointless. Things cost a lot here too, with the laundrette and shop being very overpriced making it hard to budget money easily. However, the camous looks quite nic...

(3)
Overall

Foundation year student

1 year ago

Uni life is very fun. You get to spend time with your friends and they're always there so you don't get bored. Norwich is a very average city but again you get used to it and it's also very historic

University life

Foundation year student

1 year ago

Cost of living is hard personally but you get used to it. It depends on how you manage your money

Finance

Foundation year student

1 year ago

The student union are there all the time and are very supportive. They practically run the university and make it seem amazing. They run events almost every day and week and make the uni thrive.

(5)
Student Union

Foundation year student

1 year ago

I haven't had any issues but they're supportive and available when u need them

(4)
Support

Foundation year student

1 year ago

Accommodation is definitely good and like a hotel. The library is open 24/7 and the campus kitchen has very good food. My room is amazing I opted for en suite room which is better than others. We share a kitchen which is ok as it can get dirty quickly. But other than that all is good

(5)
Facilities

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of East Anglia

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 University of East Anglia students who took the Physical Education, Sport and Health course - or another course in the same subject area.

Sport and exercise sciences

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

89%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

96%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

91%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

82%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

85%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

93%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

85%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

89%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

87%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

85%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

84%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

78%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

87%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

76%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

98%

high

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

93%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

96%

high

How well organised is your course?

95%

high

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

84%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

89%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

89%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

76%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

87%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

87%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

77%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

95%

high

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

76%

low

Student information

See who's studying at University of East Anglia. These students are taking Physical Education, Sport and Health or another course from the same subject area.

Sport and exercise sciences
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female46%Male54%
Where students come from
International3%UK97%
Student performance
2:1 or above62%
Number of students220
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Physical Education, Sport and Health at University of East Anglia.

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of East Anglia graduates who took Physical Education, Sport and Health - or another course in the same subject area.

Sport and exercise sciences

Earnings

£19.9k

First year after graduation

£27.7k

Third year after graduation

£27.7k

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 Physical Education, Sport and Health.

Source: LEO

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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