| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Sport and Education BA (Hons) at University College Birmingham is a 2-year program that integrates sport and education, preparing graduates for careers in both sectors. It emphasizes practical skills, offers placement opportunities, and has strong industry connections. Graduates can pursue roles such as teachers, sports coaches, and community sports development officers.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Sport and Education BA (Hons) is a dynamic, accelerated program that integrates the fields of sport and education, offering a comprehensive understanding of their relationship. The course prepares graduates for diverse career opportunities in both sectors.
Objectives:
- Provide a holistic understanding of the link between sport and education.
- Equip students with practical and theoretical skills for diverse careers in both fields.
- Prepare graduates for qualified teacher training or direct entry into industry roles.
Description:
This 2-year program offers a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. Students can potentially progress onto qualified teacher training, opening doors for teaching careers. Additionally, the program equips graduates for various other roles, including working in educational settings, sports development, community coaching, and learning support.
Outline:
Program Content and Structure:
The program consists of a variety of modules aimed at equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed for careers in sport and education.
Course Schedule:
- Year 1: Focuses on foundational concepts in both sport and education.
- Year 2: Builds on the knowledge gained in the first year and delves deeper into specific areas of interest, allowing for specialization and preparation for desired career paths.
Modules:
Year 1:
- Core Modules:
- Academic Skills
- Principles of Coaching
- Human Growth and Development in Childhood and Young People
- Effective Pedagogical Approaches in Education
- Protecting and Safeguarding Children and Young People
- Sport in Society
Year 2:
- Core Modules:
- The Developing Sports Coach
- Research for Sport and Education
- Personal and Professional Development
- Additional Modules:
- Education & Health Inequalities
- Principles of Curriculum Development
- Performance Analysis
- Special Populations and Inclusive Coaching
- Work-based Learning in Sport
- Contemporary Issues in Education, Learning & Graduate Practice
- Social Justice in Work with Families, Young People, and Communities
- Sport and Nutrition Project
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- Coursework However, the course generally focuses on practical skills and application of knowledge, as opposed to written exams.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Group work
- Practical sessions
Faculty:
The program is delivered by experienced faculty members with expertise in various aspects of sport and education.
Unique Approach:
- Focus on practical application: The program emphasizes practical skills development alongside theoretical understanding.
- Placement opportunities: Students have the chance to gain real-world experience through placements in relevant organizations.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Primary school teacher
- Secondary school teacher (physical education)
- Further education teacher
- Community sports coach
- Sports development officer
- Learning mentor
Career Opportunities and Outcomes:
The program equips graduates with a wide range of skills and knowledge, opening doors for diverse career options in the sport and education sector.
Other:
- The program is subject to validation and approval.
- Students on this course are subject to the Code of Professional Conduct and Fitness to Practise Policy, along with a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Conclusion:
The Sport and Education BA (Hons) at University College Birmingham is an intensive program designed to launch graduates into fulfilling careers within the sport and education landscape.
A half-year tuition fee is £4,625. There will be no change to this tuition fee for the forthcoming two academic years (2023/24 and 2024/25).
International students
If you are an international student enrolling on a full-time foundation degree or a BA/BSc in 2023/24, your fee for this academic year will be £13,500 per year. The course fee for academic year 2024/2025 is £14,000 per year. If you complete a placement year, there will be an administration fee of £500 for a full year or £250 for a half-year placement.
