Diploma of Higher Education - DHE

Certificate of Higher Education - CHE

Bachelor of Arts with Honours - BAH

Level 5 Core

Level 5

Level 4 Core

Level 4

Level 6 Core

Level 6

Programme Structure

Extended Diploma: DMM-DDM Offerings: All

Grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics/ Numeracy.
GCSE Equivalences accepted: • Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/English • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number

Grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics/ Numeracy.
GCSE Equivalences accepted: • Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/English • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number Offerings: All

BBC-ABB 112-128 UCAS points
Minimum Number of A Levels: 2
Maximum AS UCAS Points: 20
At least one Science related subject is required

BBC-ABB 112-128 UCAS points
Minimum Number of A Levels: 2
Maximum AS UCAS Points: 20
At least one Science related subject is required Offerings: All

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.
You need to obtain the required UCAS points from a related subject area.

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.
You need to obtain the required UCAS points from a related subject area. Offerings: All

A minimum of Grade O6 in English, Maths and Biology or Physical Education in the Irish Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) is required with a minimum pass in any other 3 subjects or full QQI Level 5 major award (or equivalent) including Anatomy and Physiology. 
Applicants who completed prior study in languages other than English, will be required to demonstrate command of English at IELTS 6.0 level (minimum score of 5.5 in all categories) or equivalent qualification.

A minimum of Grade O6 in English, Maths and Biology or Physical Education in the Irish Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) is required with a minimum pass in any other 3 subjects or full QQI Level 5 major award (or equivalent) including Anatomy and Physiology. 
Applicants who completed prior study in languages other than English, will be required to demonstrate command of English at IELTS 6.0 level (minimum score of 5.5 in all categories) or equivalent qualification.  
  Offerings: All

Candidates may be required to be interviewed (online) after formal application.

Candidates may be required to be interviewed (online) after formal application. Offerings: All

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. We would expect this to be science or sport/exercise related.

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. We would expect this to be science or sport/exercise related. Offerings: All

Critically reflect on the development of personal and professional skills in a Physical Education context

Develop a competence in a chosen specialism (for example: Primary Physical Education or 14 - 19 Physical Education) and support this knowledge in a practical way 

Understand the importance of inclusive Physical Education in establishing lifelong health related activity and personal development 

Understand how advanced pedagogical concepts can be utilised in school or community settings 

Appreciate the social, psychological, physiological, historical and philosophical influences of the development on young people through Physical Education 

Appreciate the inclusive pedagogical approaches within Physical Education 

Show an awareness of contemporary community issues related to Physical Education 

Appreciate the work-based environment related to the Physical Education community

Develop an ability to effectively co-ordinate and manage a variety and range of inputs to a successful Physical Education programme 

Appreciate research methodology in current issues within Physical Education 

Evaluate the National Curriculum for PE and sport programmes/initiatives for young people 

Hold a knowledge and understanding of the function and purposes of educational and sporting structures at a local, national and global level 

Evaluate a range of leadership and personal development strategies based on management of themselves and groups. 

Demonstrate competence in Information & Communication Technology skills and be able to use this within a variety of settings 

Evaluate and appropriately apply relevant theories and concepts that enable an understanding of the development of Physical Education in a social and cultural context 

Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and application of teaching and learning concepts through, of and about, a range of physical activities and related theory.

Assist in the organisation and delivery of appropriate Physical Education activities and programmes, working with small groups under supervision 

Work independently, co-operatively and critically using planning and time management skills 

Demonstrate effective communication to audiences in written, graphical, technological and verbal forms 

Develop practical and transferable skills which will facilitate interaction and co-operation with a range of people and provide leadership in a range of practical activities 

Gather, understand and critically evaluate primary and secondary evidence to support and develop theoretical and conceptual perspectives 

Show an awareness of research skills related to analysis and improvement of the performer in physical activities 

Appreciate the multi-disciplinary aspects related to PE through a range of options 

Course Catalogue

Physical Education - 36670 - BA (Hons)