Physical Education and Sports Coaching

Gain the practical, professional and academic skills needed to teach and coach sporting activities Our BA (Hons) Physical Education and Sports Coaching programme is for those of you who love sport, but you’re not sure if you want to go down the teaching route, coaching route or something else, using the excellent transferable skills you will develop on the course.

Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) education partner

Study the fundamentals of both PE and sports coaching On this highly practical course, you will have the opportunity to experience and develop the core skills underpinning the teaching of physical education and the coaching of sports activities.

Build your degree around your interests You will have the flexibility to tailor the course to your strengths and interests while developing an in-depth subject knowledge and professional skillset to enable you to move forward in your career progression.

Engage in research-led learning Throughout this course, you will study modules that use the latest research to inform your teaching practice, including aspects relating to schools’ impact on mental and physical health of its pupils.

Gain vital experience on dedicated work placements Each year, you will have the opportunity to develop your level of professional experience and improve your employability on various work placements that help support your learning and progress through the course.

Proud history of teacher training The University of Chichester has been training teachers for over 180 years and we look to train employable professionals who can teach and make a difference.

Learn from expert specialists You will be taught by experienced physical education and sports coaching specialists and our dedication to small teaching groups allows you to develop strong professional relationships with the University teaching team.

On this course you will: Develop professional knowledge and understanding of the teaching and coaching processes. Understand the developmental aspects of children and developing young adults within a physical activity context. Seize the opportunity to hone your skills and improve your employability through our dedicated work placement options. Build professional attributes such as communication, teamwork, building positive relationships and enhancing personal performance.