BSc (Hons) Physical Activity and Health
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
Empower people and change lives with our dynamic BSc in Physical Activity and Health at UEA. You'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to drive meaningful change and graduate ready to shape a healthier, more active world. On this course, you’ll blend scientific knowledge with the study of global issues and gain practical real-world experience.
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. Taking a global perspective, you’ll examine the effects of physical inactivity across diverse populations and explore community-centred strategies for promoting healthy behaviours. You’ll learn how to challenge social inequalities and develop the skills to advocate for physical activity.
You’ll also undertake a rewarding extended work placement with a local organisation of your choice.
Key highlights
- Extended work placement with a local organisation of your choice
- Blends human body science with study of global health issues
- Explores community-centred strategies for promoting healthy behaviours
- Examines effects of physical inactivity across diverse populations
- Develops skills to challenge social inequalities and advocate for activity
- Foundation in principles of physical education, sport and health
Entry requirements
- GCSE: C/4 — to include Science
- International Baccalaureate: 32 — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Scottish Advanced Highers: BCC — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Scottish Highers: AAABB — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3
Careers this course leads to
- Physical activity development officer
- Health promotion specialist
- Sports development officer
- Public health practitioner
- Health and wellbeing coach
- Community exercise coordinator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,100 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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