Physical Education and Sport

Our physical education and sport degree teaches you the principles of teaching and coaching. The main disciplines include sport psychology, sport and exercise physiology, sociology of sport, and sport policy and development. By participating in athletics, dance, games, gymnastics, outdoor and adventurous activities and swimming, you will explore the practical areas of the national curriculum for PE.

This degree will develop your contemporary knowledge and understanding of PE and sport, as well as relevant skills for a range of sport-related careers. It is taught at Avery Hill Campus, home to our extensive sports facilities and where most of our student sports take place.

What you should know about this course:

* We’re one of the few London universities with extensive sports facilities on campus.

* Our campus is home to excellent facilities including an indoor AstroTurf airdome, sports hall and strength and conditioning lab.

* Study a sports science degree that is in the top 20 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2023).

* Students studying this course can expect to earn up to £30,000 on graduation (HESA, 2020).