Sport Science, Physical Education And Coaching

Highlights

Sports science degrees map to British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) for future sport and exercise scientist accreditation. Emphasis on the practical vocational skills important for applications to PGCE programmes, such as preparing and leading lessons in gymnastics and athletics. Gain physical education (PE) teaching and coaching work experience in special, primary and secondary settings with the option to train to become a fully qualified Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) coach and referee.

Outstanding sports science facilities include £1 million plus physiology teaching and exercise labs, thermal and altitude chambers, motion analysis and much more. An ideal location to study sport, North Wales offers a full range of outdoor pursuits, such as hiking, canoeing, climbing, and extreme sports like white water rafting, mountain biking, zip lining and caving.

Course overview

Did you know that the 10,000-hour rule suggests it takes 10 years or 10,000 hours of activity to perfect a set of skills? Thankfully, the targeted exercise and instruction techniques you’ll learn on our specialist Sports Science, Physical Education and Coaching degree will help adults and children develop their fitness and sport performance goals much faster. Whether you dream of training elite athletes, coaching local teams or becoming a physical education (PE) teacher, our course equips you with the practical skills and scientific know-how to adopt the holistic development approach needed to excel.

Extensive sport and sport science facilities enable you to test, monitor and train the mind and body. Using sport psychology to nurture mental strength, discipline and confidence, for example, or nutrition, physiology, biomechanics, strength and conditioning to improve power, skill, ability, technique, fitness and health. Home to Weightlifting Wales’s National Performance Centre, Bangor enjoys an international reputation in strength and conditioning, sport and exercise psychology, motor control and learning, and clinical exercise physiology.

The teaching team has a wealth of experience in physical education and coaching: one of our academics supported the Welsh government to develop the new curriculum, another is a UK Coaching Council (UKCC) Level 4 qualified Coach - the highest level available. Active researchers and practitioners, they work closely with schools across Wales and benefit from links with sports organisations and professional clubs throughout the UK, including UK Sport, Sport Wales, the England and Wales Cricket Board, WRU, and Premier League. This not only provides opportunities for work placements, but also helps to ensure your learning remains relevant and grounded in real-life scenarios.

You’ll plan, develop and evaluate tailored exercise, intervention and lesson plans for physical and psychological development - practising on peers (and vice versa) in the gym and our £1 million plus physiology teaching and exercise labs. Read more Course options

Placement year

What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September.

Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience.

How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements.

Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide…